Saint Petersburg FL

The U.S. is seeing an alarming rise in electric scooter injuries — particularly among children, according to data compiled by ERideHero, a consumer guide to electric micro-mobility. Why it matters: E-scooters have become mainstream in many cities — including in Tampa Bay. While they offer a clean, convenient...

PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. — The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Jail Facility is rolling out a new remote communications platform powered by Smart Communications. The initiative, which takes effect on October 1, 2025, will transition most inmate visits to a fully remote, video-based format. In a move to modernize and...

“All you got to do is put a drink in my hand” because...Eric Church is coming BACK to Florida! He revealed the cities he’ll be playing in the second leg of his ‘Free The Machine’ tour and he has three stops in Florida - Hollywood, FL. Jacksonville, FL. and Tampa, FL. in 2026 (More details to come soon!)

The Skyway Marina District in St. Pete is set to welcome several new dining options next year. A new 5,900-square-foot outparcel retail building at 4311 34th Street South will house Huey Magoo’s, Jersey Mike’s Subs, and Smoothie King. Developer Jack Dougherty of Allied Group Holdings, who has spearheaded...

APOLLO BEACH, Fla. – A garage fire at an Apollo Beach residence was contained by Hillsborough County Fire Rescue (HCFR) crews Saturday morning, preventing the flames from spreading to the rest of the home. The incident, which occurred on Regents Garden Way, was reported by multiple 911 callers at...

LARGO, Fla. (WFLA) — Dozens of hot sauce, dip, food, and other local vendors descended on Pinellas County this weekend for the 25th annual I Like It HOT! festival at the Largo Event Center. The two-day event featured free samples, food-eating competitions, and live music. “It’s everything from mild to wild. If you...

There’s something truly magical about dining with your toes nearly in the sand, the salty breeze in the air, and the gentle rhythm of waves serving as your soundtrack. That’s exactly what I experienced the first time I discovered Sol by the Sea in Key Largo, a hidden treasure in the heart of the Florida Keys.

Nestled in the charming coastal town of Gulfport, there’s an Italian restaurant that has locals lining up every night. I stumbled upon Pia’s Trattoria during a weekend getaway, and instantly understood the buzz. What struck me most wasn’t just the mouthwatering food, but how this cozy spot maintains...

PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. — A 15-year-old girl is recovering after being struck by a car while using a crosswalk with flashing lights. Her mother asked that we not identify her daughter, and we are simply referring to her mom as Jami. She says the crash left her daughter severely injured and the family questioning why...

PINELLAS PARK, Fla. — A new fire chief is taking over in Pinellas Park. Andrew Hughes has been part of the department for 13 years and has been serving as the EMS chief since 2019. Named to his new position just a few weeks ago, he’s still taking it...