Hillsborough leaders vote to end Cross Bay Ferry service early

The Cross Bay Ferry's fate was likely sealed on Wednesday, when Hillsborough County commissioners voted to terminate the agreement with the ferry operators due to the company defaulting on its contract.

St. Pete program cultivating next generation of artists

Dr. Alex Harris has built a career on passion and purpose. But beyond the bright lights, he's using his talent to empower the next generation through the arts.

St. Pete man accused of dismembering girlfriend and killing her mother: PCSO

The suspected killer of his girlfriend and her mother had started dismembering his girlfriend when deputies arrived at the St. Pete home on Saturday, according to an arrest affidavit released Tuesday by the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.

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.