Clearwater Ferry crash: Here's what led to Jeffry Knight’s arrest months after deadly boat strike

The Coast Guard and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission have been investigating the deadly Clearwater Ferry crash for three months and charged 62-year-old Pinellas County businessman Jeffry Knight and the Clearwater Ferry captain in connection with the incident. 

Crash critically injures pedestrian in Pinellas Park

Pinellas Park police are investigating after a crash sent a pedestrian to the hospital with critical injuries early Tuesday.

Clearwater Ferry crash: Jeffry Knight charged months after deadly incident

Months after the deadly Clearwater Ferry crash, officials said they arrested the man operating the private vessel that slammed into the ferry. 

Lightning strike sets Clearwater home on fire: CFR

A lightning strike set the roof of a Clearwater home on fire Friday night, according to fire crews.

Pinellas Schools says $9M in federal grants unfrozen after sudden pause

Pinellas County Schools will now get nearly $9 million in federal grants that were suddenly frozen at the end of June, according to a statement from officials with the district. 

Bay Area creator hopes to make people smile, one postcard at a time

Lifelong creator Archie Perleberg loves to make people smile through postcards, but his postcards are more than meets the eye. 

Man arrested for murder of 15-year-old: SPPD

A man faces a murder charge after Pinellas County deputies say he shot and killed a 15-year-old boy earlier this week.

Advocates call on St. Pete leaders to prioritize youth, safe streets in upcoming budget

As city officials begin shaping next year’s budget, residents and community organizers are calling for greater investment in St. Petersburg’s youth — especially in neighborhoods plagued by gun violence.

Pinellas County scrambles after $9M in federal education grants frozen

Pinellas County Schools are facing a sudden $9 million shortfall after a federal freeze on grant money meant for K-12 programs like after-school care, teacher training and mental health support.