Pen-pal program connects artists with disabilities from St. Pete and Takamatsu, Japan
Artists with Creative Clay share interests, art and inspiration with artists in Japan through "Artlink Takamatsu."
Roofer injured on school building after falling 20 feet, rescued by Pasco County fire truck
A roofer working on top of River Ridge High School was hospitalized after falling about 20 feet, according to Pasco County Fire Rescue.
Teen driver strikes Dunedin High School classmate riding bike: PCSO
A Dunedin High School student is fighting for his life after deputies say he was riding his bike when he was struck by a car driven by another student.
Teen dies, 2 people injured in Tampa shooting: HCSO
Hillsborough County deputies are investigating a death in Tampa that killed a 17-year-old.
Tampa teens caught on camera, arrested after taking off in stolen golf cart: HCSO
A group of Tampa teens tried to evade deputies but were caught on camera thanks to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office's Aviation Unit.
Suspected shooter opens fire after crashing into cars while exiting Selmon Expressway: TPD
Tampa police arrested a man they say crashed into several vehicles near downtown Tampa on Wednesday morning and then fired shots at a car.
Progressive auto insurance to give back $1B to Florida policyholders
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis said Progressive auto insurance policyholders in Florida should be getting a rebate or a credit due to litigation reform in the state and those who are insured by other companies should see savings in the near future.
New boating restrictions near South Lido Beach considered by Sarasota County leaders
Sarasota County leaders are considering new restrictions that could change how boaters use the waters off Ted Sperling Park at South Lido Beach, following ongoing safety and environmental concerns.
Church leader accused in nationwide forced labor and sex abuse scheme denied bond
David Taylor, the leader of the Kingdom of God Global Church, will remain in jail after a Michigan judge denied him bond.
Florida man called ‘Worm’ wanted in Pasco double shooting
Deputies in Pasco County are searching for a man they say is connected to a double shooting in Lacoochee.
DeSantis signs death warrant for Florida murderer convicted in 1988 killing, rape of convenience-store manager
In what could be Florida’s 17th execution this year, Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday signed a death warrant for a man convicted of raping and murdering a Putnam County convenience-store manager in 1988.
St. Pete will soon accept proposals for developing Gas Plant District after Rays deal falls through
The city of St. Petersburg will soon be fielding offers for 86 acres of prime downtown real estate, and some developers have already begun courting officials with their visions for the site.
St. Pete Beach ‘private property’ sign sparks debate about how much of a beach is public in Florida
The Undertow Bar posted a signpost with seven signs on it laying stake on a significant portion of St. Pete Beach as private property extending out from where the bar is located.
Environmental groups call for change at Pinellas County's decades-old waste-to-energy plant
Environmental groups from across the U.S. are urging Pinellas County to reconsider its long-running waste-to-energy program. The facility, located next to the county’s landfill in Pinellas Park, has been in operation for more than 40 years and processes the majority of the county’s trash.
Wimauma family sells belongings following Medicaid denials in cancer battle
A Wimauma father battling advanced lung cancer was repeatedly denied Medicaid coverage for the type of chemotherapy his doctor says he needs.
Motorcyclist clocked going 60 MPH over speed limit in Brooksville: HCSO
A motorcyclist was tracked going 60 MPH over the speed limit in Brooksville, according to the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office.
Bus lane on Pasadena Avenue in South Pasadena reopens to all traffic
On Tuesday, workers took down and hauled away signs signaling bus-only lanes along Pasadena Ave. in South Pasadena.
Florida DOGE audit top of mind for Manatee County commissioners at latest meeting
Slammed for overspending, Manatee County got an earful last week as Florida's chief financial officer took the local government to task.
Tampa police host regional K9 water training at Adventure Island
The Tampa Police Department gathered K9 teams from across the Bay Area for a special day of water training at Adventure Island on Tuesday.
Hundreds of students learn about different jobs at BAM! Fest Career Day
Around 900 students from Pinellas and Hillsborough County descended upon the Mahaffey Theatre for BAM! (Books, Art and Music) Festival Career Day.