Secretary Kristi Noem addresses surge in attacks on ICE agents in Tampa
TAMPA, Fla. (CBS12) — Secretary Kristi Noem sounded the alarm in Tampa on Saturday as ICE grapples with a surge in violence and growing public backlash, despite record funding. On Saturday, Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem addressed the media in Tampa, where she spoke about the uptick in...
Pinellas County forensic lab named one of top 14 in U.S.
The Pinellas County Forensic Laboratory has been named one of the top 14 labs in the nation, according to the American Society of Crime Laboratory Directors.
Indie Flea Market comes to St. Petersburg
Thousands flocked to the Coliseum on 4th Ave Sunday, for the St Pete Indie Flea Market, with hundreds of local vendors inside
Disaster assistance available at Largo Public Library until July 28
LARGO, Fla. — In response to last month’s tornado, the Small Business Administration is offering disaster relief to small businesses and residents in the Tampa Bay area. The disaster declaration issued by the SBA earlier this week primarily covers Pinellas County but extends to Hillsborough and Pasco counties as well.
Faith and fear: Local church addresses ICE anxiety among Hispanic parishioners
A Ruskin pastor says ICE raids are hitting close to home for some Hispanic parishioners. He says some are even scared to go the church. The Diocese is now training clergy on how to respond.
Clearwater Fire and Rescue team rescues person stuck on zip line
A Clearwater Fire and Rescue team rescued a person in Oldsmar on July 12 after the individual got stuck on a zip line, city officials said.
St. Pete’s Capybara Cafe offers cute, furry fun
The Capybara Café just opened in St. Petersburg and provides a chance to interact with capybaras and other animals. It features a food truck in front and a storefront that offers interactive encounters with several types of animals. Private rooms offer private family time with the animals. St. Petersburg,...
This Unassuming Restaurant In Florida Serves Up The Best Shrimp You’ll Ever Taste
There’s a turquoise oasis in St. Petersburg where the shrimp are so good, you might find yourself involuntarily doing a little dance in your seat with each bite – welcome to The Big Catch at Salt Creek, where seafood dreams come true and calories don’t count (at least that’s what I tell myself).
Girls firefighter camp inspires next generation
ST PETERSBURG - As a way to honor the legacy of the first female firefighters who joined St. Petersburg Fire Rescue in 1982, St. Pete Fire Chief Keith Watts worked with the city to host a summer camp for girls. "Nationally, women make up less than 5% of the fire...
Natives want St. Pete’s ‘City of Green Benches’ history to be remembered
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The Tampa Bay area is home to some of Florida’s richest history, but many worry that history is getting lost with all the new development and new residents who don’t know its significance. How much weight does a name carry? At Green Bench...
