Florida AG Uthmeier discussing ‘legal morphine’ kratom compound during press conference
TAMPA - Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier is holding a press conference in Tampa on Wednesday afternoon to discuss "7-hydroxymitragynine" – often called "7-OH". This comes weeks after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration's action to classify it as a Schedule I controlled substance. The backstory:. You can...
State CFO Ingoglia says Florida’s DOGE is ‘not going away’
St. Petersburg will undergo an on-site review by state-appointed auditors Wednesday and Thursday. It may not be their last visit. Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia, who oversees the Florida Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), said he had a “chilling message” Monday for local governments: “Cities and...
Julio Foolio’s alleged killer can’t use domestic violence defense
A judge ruled that Alicia Andrews will not be allowed to introduce evidence of domestic violence as she stands trial for the murder of Charles Jones, aka rapper Julio Foolio. (8/13/25)
People Drive From All Over Florida For The Gator Bites At This Legendary Restaurant
There’s something magical about finding a place where the food is so good you’d happily drive across state lines just to sink your teeth into their signature dish. The Original Crabby Bill’s in Indian Rocks Beach is exactly that kind of place. When you first spot the...
Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Amps Up Traffic Safety with High Visibility Enforcement Program
In an effort to combat the risk faced by pedestrians and cyclists in Pinellas County, Florida, the local sheriff's office is stepping up its game. A recent contract awarded by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office signifies a heightened focus on reducing traffic...
Home invasion robbery reported in Pinellas Park: PPPD
The Pinellas Park Police Department is investigating a reported home invasion robbery in the 7900 block of 72nd Way North.
Patient allegedly punches nurse at LifeStream Behavioral Center
A Clearwater man was arrested for battery after allegedly punching a nurse at LifeStream Behavioral Center. An officer responded to the Leesburg Police Department, located at 115 E Magnolia St., regarding a battery around 10:25 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 3, according to an arrest report from the LPD. Dispatch advised that the...
City says St. Pete apartment owner must pay over $420K to keep residents’ water...
Hundreds of people could see their water turned off next week because of unpaid bills at two apartment complexes.
Tropical Storm Erin expected to reach major hurricane strength, NHC says
Tropical Storm Erin formed just west of the Cabo Verde Islands on Monday, the National Hurricane Center announced.
Pinellas County heads back to school
Pinellas County Schools superintendent and Clearwater Mayor Bruce Rector welcomed students back to school on Monday. FOX 13’s Regina Gonzalez reports.
