Jury trial set in decades-old St. Petersburg cold case murder
A jury trial date was set Monday for Michael Lapniewski Jr., who is accused of killing an elderly St. Petersburg woman nearly four decades ago in a cold case investigators say was solved using modern DNA technology.
Hillsborough County, FL – Honor: Deputy’s Sacrifice Remembered
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Hillsborough County, FL – The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office paused Sunday to honor a fallen deputy whose life was lost in the line of duty, marking the anniversary of a tragedy that continues to...
FHP: Hillsborough County man starts road rage shooting incident with 3 children in his...
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. — A Hillsborough County man is facing multiple charges after officials said he shot at another vehicle in a road rage incident while there were children in his car. The Florida Highway Patrol said this happened overnight Saturday when a trooper was dispatched to a road...
School bus aide accused of hitting autistic child: sheriff
“Any form of abuse against a child is completely unacceptable."
Pinellas County victim loses $127K in ‘pop-up scam,’ sheriff’s office says
The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office is warning the community of an online scheme after a victim lost over $127,000.
Firefighters rescue dog trapped in drain pipe: HCFR
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. - An unexpected rescue ended with a wholesome moment after firefighters saved a dog that had fallen into a drain pipe Saturday morning, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue. The backstory:. Crews responded to the scene, where concerned residents explained that their dog, named...
8 Florida Restaurants Worth Planning A Road Trip Around
Florida is home to some of the most unique and memorable dining destinations in the country. From quirky roadside spots covered in dollar bills to historic establishments serving up classic Cuban fare, these restaurants offer more than just a meal. They provide an experience you will remember long after the...
Family mourns teen fatally struck by train while on his way to school
BRANDON, Fla. - The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office says Jamar Bond was found unresponsive Thursday morning along train tracks near Lakewood Drive in Brandon. Investigators say he was on his way to Brandon High School and was walking near the tracks when he was hit by a CSX freight train.
Concrete Jungle closes in downtown St. Pete
January 12, 2026 - Concrete Jungle, a Tulum-inspired restaurant and bar at 475 Central Ave. in downtown St. Petersburg, announced on social media that it has closed. The concept from local restaurateur Stephen Schrutt's Hunger Thirst Group opened in November 2023. According to a lawsuit filed in October 2025,...
Pinellas County Sheriff Warns of Elaborate Computer Virus Scam Costing Resident $172,000
Residents of Pinellas County, heed the alert from your Sheriff's Office on a scam that has already bilked one unsuspecting citizen out of a staggering $172,000. A nefarious scheme has emerged, involving a fabricated computer virus warning which then spirals into a complex con, fooling victims into transferring their...
