Saint Petersburg FL

There are plenty of places to grab a drink in St. Pete, but few feel quite like Estate Cigars & Social. Fresh off its Best of the Bay 2025 win for Best Cigar Shop, the store is tucked away just enough to feel like a secret, yet always buzzing with familiar faces. Estate isn’t just a cigar lounge; it’s a neighborhood...

Former Mayor David Fischer, St. Petersburg’s longest-serving mayor, a consummate gentleman, efficient administrator, and the epitome of quiet strength with an excellent sense of humor, died on Oct. 22 at the age of 92. ST. PETERSBURG — I was deeply saddened to hear that St. Petersburg’s first strong mayor,...

On Sunday, Nov. 2, Bayboro Brewing in St. Petersburg hosts an artist reception for “Cotton Candy Daydream”—a spooky-meets-sweet exhibition featuring Orlando-based artists Cake Marques and MikeyBear McGrath. The post ‘Cotton Candy Daydream’ brings a blend of contemporary pop art, surrealism and mysticism to St. Pete...

For more than 30 years, The Wharf Waterfront Restaurant & Bar in Pass-a-Grille has been a favorite with locals and visitors alike. The ol’ Florida vibes, cool cocktails, rocking jukebox, sensational seafood and great service make this a popular watering hole, especially for sports fans who enjoy the 17 TVs.

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The city of St. Petersburg unveiled a 175 foot long walkable mosaic aimed at drawing visitors to Sunset Park on Wednesday, which depicts the sunrise over Tampa Bay in the east and ends with a sunset on the Gulf beaches in the west. “The goal...

Food lovers chasing sunshine and good vibes will feel right at home at The Getaway in St. Petersburg. This breezy waterfront hangout blends tropical scenery with easygoing eats that hit the spot every time. With roomy outdoor seating, swaying palms, and views of calm water and mangroves, it feels like a vacation...

St. Petersburg, Florida, has become known for its public murals. The city's growth in this area began in the early 2010s. Grassroots efforts, city support, and affordable studio spaces attracted artists to the area.

PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) — A 2-year-old who wandered into the street in a Pinellas County neighborhood Wednesday afternoon was hit and killed by a pickup truck, the Florida Highway Patrol said. The incident happened just before 4 p.m. on 49th Avenue North, west of 80th Street North, according to the Florida...

Three teens were arrested after deputies said they were in possession of counterfeit currency and attempted to pass it off at multiple businesses in Pinellas County.

Five detention employees with the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office were fired over two unrelated incidents, according to Sheriff Bob Gualtieri.