St. Petersburg police arrest teen in fatal YMCA bathroom shooting

St. Petersburg police arrested an 18-year-old man following a fatal shooting during a gun transaction inside a YMCA bathroom Wednesday, while officers continue searching for a second suspect. 

St. Pete Beach seminar to explain Florida beach access law

If you’ve ever wondered where the public beach ends and private property begins, St. Pete Beach officials hope to answer that question.

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.

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.

Buc-ee's reveals managers can earn up to $275K without college degree

Popular gas station chain Buc-ee's has sparked an online debate after displaying signs advertising employee pay, including salaries of up to $275,000 a year for some store managers without a college degree.

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.

30% of Americans admit to shoplifting, annual survey finds

More Americans say they're turning to shoplifting as inflation and financial strain continue to squeeze budgets. A new survey reveals who's stealing and what they're taking.

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. 

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.

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.

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.

Teen gets hefty payout for rare find from NBA legend

A teen found a rare Los Angeles Lakers warmup jacket worn by Wilt Chamberlain and received a massive payout.

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.