St. Pete man arrested after 12-year-old girl gives birth to his baby at park: Police
Officers arrested a St. Petersburg man after a 12-year-old girl unexpectedly gave birth at Helen Howarth park last Thursday, revealing a history of abuse by a relative, according to Pinellas Park police.
Officers arrested a St. Petersburg man after a 12-year-old girl unexpectedly gave birth at Helen Howarth park last Thursday, revealing a history of abuse by a relative, according to Pinellas Park police.
Clearwater Beach rescues surge as rip current risk remains high: What swimmers need to know
Beachgoers are being urged to stay out of dangerous surf after Clearwater Beach lifeguards made more than a dozen water rescues in recent days.
Beachgoers are being urged to stay out of dangerous surf after Clearwater Beach lifeguards made more than a dozen water rescues in recent days.
St. Petersburg city worker deadly shooting suspect identified after I-75 standoff: Police
The man accused of the deadly shooting of a St. Petersburg city worker while she was on the job has been identified and remains hospitalized in law enforcement custody following a standoff in Lee County on Wednesday.
The man accused of the deadly shooting of a St. Petersburg city worker while she was on the job has been identified and remains hospitalized in law enforcement custody following a standoff in Lee County on Wednesday.
Tampa woman files police report over man repeatedly following, photographing her while running on Bayshore
A Tampa runner contacted police Saturday after repeatedly catching a man photographing her without consent along Bayshore Boulevard.
A Tampa runner contacted police Saturday after repeatedly catching a man photographing her without consent along Bayshore Boulevard.
Highland City homeowners fed up with truck driver tearing up neighborhood property
A driver tore through a retention pond in Highland City on Monday around 6:30 p.m., leaving residents in a local neighborhood facing costly repairs for repeated property damage.
A driver tore through a retention pond in Highland City on Monday around 6:30 p.m., leaving residents in a local neighborhood facing costly repairs for repeated property damage.
Deadly Clearwater Ferry crash: Passengers to receive $300K settlement from PSTA
A $300,000 settlement approved by the Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority will be split among 37 passengers involved in a deadly April 2025 Clearwater Ferry crash near the Memorial Causeway.
A $300,000 settlement approved by the Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority will be split among 37 passengers involved in a deadly April 2025 Clearwater Ferry crash near the Memorial Causeway.
Soaring utility costs impact Tampa residents during peak summer heat: 'I was shocked'
Tampa residents say their monthly electric bills have doubled or tripled as the summer heat forces air conditioners to work overtime.
Tampa residents say their monthly electric bills have doubled or tripled as the summer heat forces air conditioners to work overtime.
Woman files negligence lawsuit in Sarasota County after father found dead in apartment
A Michigan woman has filed a civil negligence lawsuit in Sarasota County against a security guard and his firm, alleging they ignored signs of distress before her father was found dead inside his apartment.
A Michigan woman has filed a civil negligence lawsuit in Sarasota County against a security guard and his firm, alleging they ignored signs of distress before her father was found dead inside his apartment.
Florida woman starts leprosy support group as state sees rise in cases
Two women are starting a support group for leprosy patients in Florida in hopes of alleviating the stigma that the disease has, including the belief that it is a thing of the past.
Two women are starting a support group for leprosy patients in Florida in hopes of alleviating the stigma that the disease has, including the belief that it is a thing of the past.
Hillsborough school board considers turning former McLane Middle School campus into workforce housing
District leaders are considering turning part of the former McLane Middle School campus into workforce housing to help Brandon school employees find affordable homes.
District leaders are considering turning part of the former McLane Middle School campus into workforce housing to help Brandon school employees find affordable homes.
Suspect accused of killing St. Pete worker, mom of 4 taken into custody after standoff in Lee County: SPPD
A suspect is in custody following a highway standoff after a 47-year-old St. Petersburg city employee was shot and killed Wednesday afternoon in what police believe was a targeted domestic attack.
A suspect is in custody following a highway standoff after a 47-year-old St. Petersburg city employee was shot and killed Wednesday afternoon in what police believe was a targeted domestic attack.
St. Pete shooting: 2 injured, investigation underway at Childs Park YMCA
A shooting investigation is underway at the Childs Park YMCA in St. Petersburg.
A shooting investigation is underway at the Childs Park YMCA in St. Petersburg.
Polk County man accused of having sex with minor he brought home from Pennsylvania: 'He loved her'
A Polk City man was arrested Tuesday after being accused of having unlawful sex with a 16-year-old, among other charges, according to the sheriff’s office.
A Polk City man was arrested Tuesday after being accused of having unlawful sex with a 16-year-old, among other charges, according to the sheriff’s office.
Tampa pharmacist found guilty of illegally dispensing more than 335,000 oxycodone pills: DOJ
A federal jury convicted a Tampa pharmacist and pharmacy owner of illegally distributing more than 335,000 high-dose oxycodone pills through two South Florida pharmacies, federal prosecutors announced.
A federal jury convicted a Tampa pharmacist and pharmacy owner of illegally distributing more than 335,000 high-dose oxycodone pills through two South Florida pharmacies, federal prosecutors announced.
Florida Congressman Cory Mills under active investigation by DOJ: Source to FOX News
Florida Congressman Cory Mills is under active criminal investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice, according to FOX News, citing a source familiar with the matter.
Florida Congressman Cory Mills is under active criminal investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice, according to FOX News, citing a source familiar with the matter.
Tampa film lab sees Gen Z fueling film photography comeback
In a world where most pictures live on phones, Coastal Film Lab is helping keep traditional photography alive.
In a world where most pictures live on phones, Coastal Film Lab is helping keep traditional photography alive.
Pasco County human-trafficking and prostitution ring leads to 8 arrests: Police
Eight people face criminal charges following a multi-day human trafficking and prostitution sting in Pasco County, authorities announced.
Eight people face criminal charges following a multi-day human trafficking and prostitution sting in Pasco County, authorities announced.
Suspect covered in blood punches Hernando County deputy in face as unconscious woman lies nearby: Sheriff
A deputy on proactive patrol was forced into a violent confrontation Tuesday while responding to a severe domestic dispute in the Riverdale neighborhood, according to the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office.
A deputy on proactive patrol was forced into a violent confrontation Tuesday while responding to a severe domestic dispute in the Riverdale neighborhood, according to the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office.
Tesla Robotaxi launches driverless ride service in Tampa
While driverless vehicles like Waymo have become a familiar sight across the country, Tesla is now entering the market locally with the official launch of its Robotaxi service in Tampa and Orlando.
While driverless vehicles like Waymo have become a familiar sight across the country, Tesla is now entering the market locally with the official launch of its Robotaxi service in Tampa and Orlando.
Florida high school student-athlete ECG requirement: How screenings work
A new Florida law now requires many high school student-athletes to receive a one-time electrocardiogram (ECG) heart screening before participating in FHSAA athletics.
A new Florida law now requires many high school student-athletes to receive a one-time electrocardiogram (ECG) heart screening before participating in FHSAA athletics.