New owner explains abrupt closure of St. Petersburg preschool
Following the abrupt closure of a St. Petersburg preschool earlier this week, parents and former staff returned Friday to collect belongings — but only under the supervision of law enforcement.
St. Pete closing in on downtown trail purchase
TAMPA, Fla. — St. Petersburg is one step closer to buying a tract of railroad land to convert into a trail downtown, connecting the historic gas plant district to the Pinellas Trail. “The City of St. Petersburg and CSX have been duking it out, but they were able to...
Winter Haven man killed in Hillsborough County crash, FHP says
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. – A 29-year-old Winter Haven man was killed in a crash early Sunday with a tank truck in Hillsborough County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The crash occurred around 1:10 a.m. on State Road 60 near Clarence Gordon Jr Road, troopers said. According to an...
Suspects sought after reports of shooting near Alafia State Park
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. (WWSB) - Hillsborough County Sheriff’s are looking for two suspects they say were shooting rifles near Alafia State Park on Thanksgiving Day. At about 1:15 a.m. Thursday, 911 dispatchers received a call reporting gunshots near Alafia State Park. Patrol deputies responded to the area. From...
Florida Mom Shot While Sleeping: Deputies Say Bullet Hit Her and Unborn Baby, Felon...
Brandon, Florida – A Florida mother and her unborn baby are recovering after deputies say she was shot in the stomach while sleeping next to two of her children. A 44-year-old man with a long criminal history is now behind bars, accused of pulling the trigger and fleeing the hospital moments after dropping her off.
Florida’s Cutest Cottage Cafés for Coffee & Pastries
Florida is home to a delightful array of cafés that offer not just coffee and pastries but also a cozy, cottage-like charm that transports you to a world of comfort and warmth. These quaint spots are perfect for those seeking a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.
Florida inmate dies after medical emergency at jail
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. (CBS12) — An inmate at Falkenburg Road Jail in Hillsborough County died less than an hour after suffering a medical emergency inside the facility. According to the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office, on November 26, at 11:17 a.m., deputies responded to an apparent medical event involving...
Boats destroyed in fire in Madeira Beach marina
MADEIRA BEACH, Fla. (WWSB) — Three boats were damaged by fire at a Madeira Beach marina on Thanksgiving Day, local fire officials said. The fire sent a large plume of smoke into the air above the boat slips along Gulf Boulevard. Madeira Beach Deputy Fire Chief John Mortillite told...
Shopapalooza returns for 15th year, bringing hundreds of local businesses to St. Pete’s waterfront
More than 350 local shops, artists, and food vendors are filling Vinoy Park for one of the nation’s largest Small Business Saturday celebrations. The festival is organized by LocalShops1 and the city also features live music, art installations, a Kidpreneur Zone, and plenty of food. Shopapalooza continues Sunday...
St. Pete pastor turns damage into determination after stolen cars hit church building
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — St. Pete police are investigating after two cars crashed into a church last weekend. Witnesses reportedly told police that teenagers ran from the stolen cars. Rev. Louis Murphy Sr. said the cars slammed into a Mount Zion Progressive Missionary Baptist Church's care building. “Most of...
