Madeira Beach taking steps forward on waterfront site, John’s Pass parking
Madeira Beach commissioners are moving to rezone the city's recently purchased waterfront property while debating how — and how much — to spend on a parking garage feasibility study for John's Pass. At a March 18 workshop, the board discussed reverting the 555 150th Ave. parcel to its...
Tech giant gives St. Petersburg College $1.1M for workforce programs
St. Petersburg technology giant Jabil is donating $1.1 million to a local college to boost the area’s manufacturing workforce pipeline. The money, donated over three years, goes to St. Petersburg College and is aimed at strengthening its career training programs. According to a joint statement from Jabil and SPC,...
This Old-School Florida Ice Cream Spot Serves The Most Unforgettable Treats
There’s a special kind of magic that happens when ice cream meets decades of perfection. Dairy Rich in Palm Harbor has been mastering the art of frozen desserts since the late 1950s, and one taste will tell you exactly why they’re still around. Let’s get one thing straight...
Former Pinellas media exec avoids questions about money laundering charges
Former Bluewater Media CFO, Jeffery Crane, avoids questions about facing multiple money laundering charges. He's accused of stealing $2.4m and spending lavishly.
Pinellas County bans open burning year-round
Open burning of yard waste, construction debris, and household trash is prohibited year-round in Pinellas County under Ordinance Sec. 58-206. Allowed fires include small recreational or cooking fires using clean wood or charcoal, as long as they meet fire safety rules:
Couple accused of leaving dog in car to attend concert in Clearwater
PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA)— A couple faces animal cruelty charges after leaving their dog in the car while they attended a concert, the Clearwater Police Department said. Officers responded to Drew Street and Osceola Avenue on Saturday around 7:51 p.m. after reports of a dog in a car with the windows up. According...
Investigators dismantle Florida synthetic drug ring; potent synthetic opioids seized
TAMPA, Fla. (CBS12) — An undercover investigation into a synthetic drug operation has led to arrests and the seizure of a substance authorities say is 13 times more potent than morphine. The investigation began with an anonymous tip on Jan. 28, 2026, and led Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office deputies...
St. Pete firefighter with TBI still recovering after hydrant failure; documents raise broader concerns
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (WFLA) — A St. Petersburg firefighter is still recovering months after being injured during a call, as internal documents raise questions about the incident and point to what could be a larger issue involving fire hydrants across the city. The hydrant involved in the incident has since been...
Deadly house fire investigation in St. Pete
A house fire in the Coquina Key area early Sunday morning has left one teenager dead and two others injured, according to St. Petersburg Fire Rescue. FOX 13's Heather Healy reports.
St. Petersburg man charged with beating Chihuahua to death
ST. PETERSBURG — A man was arrested after he kicked, threw and struck a 7-year-old Chihuahua mix with a chair, killing the dog, the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office said. Deputies responded to a report of a verbal domestic disturbance at 5235 78th St. N. on March 14 and found the dog, named Sheba, dead outside the...
