Convicted murderer has hearing to determine if he will face the death penalty
PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla., (WFLA) — On Tuesday, a psychiatrist was called to testify at the Spencer hearing for Shelby Nealy. A Spencer hearing is given to anyone facing the death penalty, and is where their defense team presents evidence or challenges the sentencing, to allow the judge to consider outside factors...
No-show juror booted from Tampa murder trial
TAMPA, Fla. - One of the jurors seated in the Tampa murder trial against McKinsie Lyons was booted after not showing up on the second day of trial. Juror #11 was seated in Lyons' murder trial last week. On Friday, his juror number was called, and he switched from one of many, to one of the few who would hear the...
Homeland Security’s Kristi Noem Awards $10,000 Bonus To TSA Staff In Tampa
Kristi Noem visited Tampa International Airport this week to recognize Transportation Security Administration officers who continued working through the 43 day federal government shutdown.
Juvenile Welfare Board of Pinellas County and sheriff’s office collaborate on new initiative
The Juvenile Welfare Board of Pinellas County (JWB), in partnership with the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office, has unveiled a new initiative to help protect Pinellas children from cybercrimes and human trafficking. At a Monday media event held at the Sheriff’s Administration Building in Largo, JWB interim CEO Michael...
Serial bank robber targets 2nd Clearwater business a month after first heist: police
Clearwater police are looking for a man who they believe is now a serial bank robber, having targeted two banks less than a block from each other in the last month.
Shipley Donuts to Open First Clearwater Location Dec. 15
Renowned donut brand introduces fresh donuts, tasty kolaches and a speedy drive-thru to Tampa Bay area. December 10, 2025 // Franchising.com // TAMPA, Fla.– Shipley Donuts, the nation's largest and oldest brand of fresh, handmade daily donuts and kolaches, founded in 1936, will open its first Clearwater location on...
Family of Tampa mom shot in head at birthday party sues apartment over security
Attorneys and loved ones of a Tampa woman who was shot in the head at a September birthday are suing her apartment complex over alleged security issues.
Former exec sues Tampa auto giant, alleging use of deceptive sales practices
A former finance executive for one of the largest auto dealerships in the region — and Florida — has filed a lawsuit against the business, alleging the company, Morgan Auto Group, inflated prices and engaged in deceptive sales practices. The former employee, Jason Mirabito, is suing Morgan Auto...
11-foot white shark pings off Florida Gulf Coast
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA)— An 11-foot shark was pinged off the Florida Gulf Coast on Monday, Ocearch said. Ripple, the 11-foot white shark, pinged on Dec. 8, around 6:40 a.m. in the Gulf. Ripple was tagged on Sept. 30, 2025, in Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia, and is the 106th white shark sampled in the Western Northern […]
Shore Acres residents skeptical of chances at securing federal storm recovery dollars
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — When the Sunrise St. Pete application process opens Dec. 15, residents will have the chance to request a share of nearly $160 million to help them recover from Hurricanes Idalia and Helene. However, people who live in the Shore Acres neighborhood said they're doubtful it...
