Cross Bay Ferry moves closer to comeback after HART signs off on plan

Hillsborough County transit leaders approved a plan Monday to use millions of dollars in grant money to revive the Cross Bay Ferry – a move that now awaits final approval from the federal government.

Woman shoots father during custody exchange in Largo: PCSO

The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting that happened during a custody exchange at a sheriff's administration building in Largo.

Lightning likely sparks Clearwater house fire

It appears mother nature played a role in a house fire on Saturday morning in Clearwater.

75,000 items of Tampa Bay Rays memorabilia sell out fast at the team's largest yard sale ever

The Tampa Bay Rays had what they're calling their largest charity yard sale ever. From hats to bobbleheads to t-shirts, all were up for grabs Saturday outside Tropicana Field.

'Rare Air' art exhibit features endangered birds, bats, butterflies & bees

A visit to the James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art will expose the viewer to not only some amazing artwork in the current “Rare Air" exhibit, but also to the conservation efforts underway to help keep some of the most beautiful flying creatures here longer.  

St. Pete plans to add more pickleball courts to meet popular demand

Pickleball, one of the fastest-growing sports in the United States, has taken St. Petersburg by storm. The city is now facing a challenge: Accommodating the increasing number of enthusiasts eager to play. 

Pinellas County workers training to run hurricane shelters ahead of 2025 season

One of the most important things to know is where you’ll go when a storm hits, and Pinellas County workers are going through their final training on how to run shelters as hurricane season begins on Sunday.

Horse Soldier Bourbon to open Kentucky distillery

A group of retired Green Berets who started a bourbon business in the Bay Area are planning to open a distillery in Kentucky with hopes of leaving a lasting legacy for the next generation.

Woman hospitalized, pet reportedly missing after fire at Clearwater mobile home

A woman is hospitalized and a pet is reportedly missing after crews battled a fire that severely damaged a mobile home early Thursday, according to Clearwater Fire Rescue.

Hurricane Season 2025: Duke Energy gives inside look at control center

As Florida heads into what’s expected to be an above-normal hurricane season, Duke Energy Florida is providing a behind-the-scenes look at the operations center responsible for managing outages and power restoration during major storms.

St. Pete residents struggle to rebuild ahead of hurricane season as HUD funding plans take shape

As hurricane season nears, many St. Petersburg residents are still picking up the pieces after Hurricanes Idalia and Helene. In flood-prone neighborhoods like Shore Acres and Riviera Bay, the rebuilding process remains a daily challenge.