FWC investigating two incidents on water Saturday
On the Caloosahatchee, a jet skier was seriously injured after crashing into tow line. Meanwhile, on Estero River a person fell off the back of vessel and would later passed away.
Area man wins $25 million
VENICE — A man spent $50 on a scratch-off ticket that turned into a $25 million winner, according to Florida Lottery officials.
Bezos Cuts Final Ties to WA, Sells Seattle Home for Record $63 Million
Hunts Point, on the west side of Seattle surrounded by Lake Washington on three sides, is one of the wealthiest communities in the state. Amazon owner Jeff Bezos sells home for record price. It was just a matter of time before he did it. Architectural Digest is reporting Bezos sold...
Town hall meeting to focus on Christian nationalism
VENICE — Civil rights attorney Amanda Tyler will conduct a virtual town hall meeting April 26 on the “threat” posed by Christian nationalism.
Paul Revere’s ride commemorated on its 250th anniversary
VENICE, Fla. (WWSB) - As the nation gears up for the 250th birthday of the United States, the Venice Museum and others around the country teamed up to remember the anniversary of the famous ride of Paul Revere. On the night of April 18, 1775, Revere, saw two lights hung...
NORTH PORT: Planet Fitness opens new location
NORTH PORT — Planet Fitness opened its purple and yellow gates and weights to North Port recently, and had its grand opening Wednesday.
National day of action demonstrations held in Tampa Bay area
Dozens of people lined street corners in St. Petersburg Saturday as part of what organizers call a national day of outrage.
Florida graffiti artist trades marker for handcuffs after 7-Eleven Sharpie spree
SARASOTA, Fla. (CBS12) — A Sarasota man tagged a sheriff’s patrol car, then got a ride in the very same one, this time from the back seat. On Friday, a Sarasota County Sheriff's Office (SCSO) found their patrol car with a new bumper sticker of the permanent variety.
City purchases storm-damaged home to expand park
After five years of discussions and fruitless negotiations, the City of St. Petersburg will purchase a private residence to expand a multi-use park. City council members unanimously approved acquiring the property at a storm-induced discount Thursday. Officials will demolish the existing home at 780 58th Ave. NE to...
Tampa Bay grocery prices had 2nd-highest increase in US, study finds
You're not imagining things—your grocery bill has gone up. A new study analyzing 2025 grocery prices found that Tampa Bay had the second-highest increase in the country when compared to last year.
