Florida man cited for shooting, killing great blue heron and duck on his property: FWC

A man allegedly shot and killed a great blue heron and a mallard duck that were on his property, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

Teen arrested for murder after shooting 13-year-old while victim was recording: SPPD

A 14-year-old faces murder charges after St. Petersburg police say he fired a gun inside a vehicle, hitting a 13-year-old who was recording the suspect at the time.

Volunteers help mother move into new home after hurricanes

No one needs a reminder that the hurricanes impacted the Tampa Bay area this past season, but some people could not have recovered without the help of outreach groups and volunteers.

Double murder suspect would 'do it again', after stabbing girlfriend and her mother: PCSO

The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office says the suspect in a double murder was planning to kill other members of his family after stabbing his girlfriend and her mother.

Teenage boy shot, killed in St. Pete driveway, investigation underway: SPPD

A 13-year-old Largo boy has died after being shot in the driveway of a home late Saturday, according to the St. Petersburg Police Department.

Deputies find 2 dead, 1 injured while responding to domestic call in St. Pete: PCSO

Two people are dead, and one person has been taken to a nearby hospital after deputies responded to a domestic call in St. Petersburg, according to the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office.

New Florida bill aims to prepare local governments for better hurricane response

A bill led by a Pinellas County state senator now heads to the Florida House, focusing on hurricane preparedness and response. Its goal is to make sure each county has a post-storm plan following the devastating impacts of last year’s hurricane season.

Mosquito control discusses prevention strategies

Eggs are a hot commodity, and they’re not the only thing Pinellas County Mosquito Control’s 56 chickens provide.

Incredible Dog Challenge returns to Clearwater this weekend

Some of the nation’s top canine athletes are taking over Coachman Park this weekend for a crowd-pleasing, high-energy competition.

Tampa Bay Rowdies set to return to Al Lang Stadium for first time since 2024 hurricanes

An exciting homecoming is set for this weekend as the Tampa Bay Rowdies return to Al Lang Stadium for the first time since last year's hurricanes caused significant damage.

Firefighter arrested for DUI after topping 100 mph in residential area: PCSO

A Gulfport firefighter faces a DUI charge after Pinellas County deputies say he reached speeds of more than 100 mph in a residential area while off-duty.

Gulfport couple raises home after Hurricane Helene: ‘Up we go’

A Gulfport couple is preserving their colorful cottage by raising it 10 feet and hopes neighbors will follow suit to preserve the neighborhood charm.

CPD sergeant honored for role in finding missing 8-year-old girl

When Clearwater Police Department Sergeant Kevin Klein got to work on Jan. 29 last year, he had one goal: to find eight-year-old Alessia Muhaj unharmed.

VIDEO: Woman shot by deputies after waving gun, ramming several vehicles, PCSO says

The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office has released video following an incident that critically injured a 65-year-old suspect, who investigators say waved a gun and rammed several vehicles.