Florida man arrested after leading authorities on chase, crashing SUV into pond: FHP
A St. Petersburg chase ended early Thursday morning after a speeding SUV crashed into a local pond, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. Troopers say Nycolye Carrion, 26, sped through neighborhood yards, nearly hitting three people, and tried to swim away. Carrion faces multiple charges, including aggravated fleein
Man crashes into St. Pete pond, dives into water during pursuit: FHP
A man was arrested Thursday after leading authorities on a chase through St. Petersburg that ended with him driving his vehicle into a pond, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Diapers for Dignity: Program helps seniors access free incontinence supplies
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The Area Agency on Aging Pasco-Pinellas is seeing an increase in the number of senior citizens who can’t afford incontinence supplies. “Our helpline receives calls for all different types of needs, and one of the biggest needs they identified were people who couldn’t afford incontinence supplies,
Hillsborough County holds Juneteenth flag raising in Tampa
Hillsborough County officials and community leaders are kicking off the Juneteenth celebration with a flag raising Thursday.
Cooling stations opening in Tampa as temperatures remain high Friday
The City of Tampa is activating cooling stations on Friday as temperatures continue to climb in the Tampa Bay area.
Pinellas County Traffic Alert: Massive Wave Of Lane Closures Slated For Major Commuter Routes...
Traffic Alert PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. – Drivers across Pinellas County will need to plan for...
Tampa Bay area events this weekend: Juneteenth and Father’s Day celebrations
This weekend marks both Juneteenth and Father's Day. From celebrations to giraffe experiences, here are a few things you can check out across the greater Tampa Bay region. The James Museum of Western & Wildlife Art will commemorate Juneteenth by offering free admission to all visitors on Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. C
Southie Coffee expands in Seminole, adds Latin-themed evening speakeasy
A new speakeasy and lounge is getting ready to open out of a popular, locally owned coffee shop in Seminole. Seminole residents Bella Rincon and Steven Gonzalez opened the first location of Southie Coffee in Clearwater in 2018, with a second location debuting a year later in Seminole. Last month,...
Mediterranean fave Baba closing, will become Iberian-inspired restaurant and bar concepts
One of our favorite spots in St. Pete is closing its doors, though it’s not entirely a goodbye. Baba, the beloved Mediterranean restaurant also home to Barbouni, is closing this summer to make way for a new Iberian-inspired experience. Kaixo will take over the main dining room and bar while Barra Barra will fill the in
Experts warn pet owners of signs of heatstroke after dog’s death in Tampa
Following a man's arrest for his dog's heat-related death, experts are reminding people to take precautions and look after their furry friends.
