St. Pete city council advances utility rate hike proposal despite residents’ complaints over abnormal...
Some St. Petersburg residents said they’re drowning in water bills they shouldn’t have to pay, and now, city leaders are moving forward with plans to raise rates.
Treasure Island LIFT program and NAMI Pinellas offering hurricane fatigue mental health classes
TREASURE ISLAND, Fla. - Almost one year ago, Hurricane Helene’s storm surge destroyed Keith Dalton and his wife’s home on Treasure Island. "It was terrifying," he said. "When it [the water] went from my seawall to my back door in 20 minutes, that's when we grabbed the dogs, and by the time we were out of the house,...
Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Alerts Residents to Rise in Kidnapping Phone Scams
The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office is warning residents about a new phone scam in which callers pretend to be family members in danger and demand money. Scammers may use accurate personal information and make it appear the call is coming from a family member’s phone. The Pinellas County Sheriff's...
Young cancer survivor from St. Pete starts school and shares inspiration
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Students and teachers capped off the first week of school in many parts of Florida with some families looking back at very memorable moments. One Pinellas County middle schooler has quite the story to tell. You might have seen Chloe Grimes on TV commercials starting...
Popular Japanese bargain store to open 2nd location in Tampa Bay
A popular Japanese bargain store will open its second location in Tampa Bay and in the Sunshine State this summer.
VIDEO: Man fires gun outside Hillsborough County home
A man was arrested after surveillance video captured a dispute at a Gibsonton residence that ended in gunfire.
Dangerous TikTok ‘Door-Kicking Challenge’ Alarms Florida Homeowners and Authorities
A disturbing social media trend known as the “Door-Kicking Challenge,” where users record themselves kicking a stranger’s home door, typically at night, is gaining traction in Central Florida. Law enforcement agencies across the region have issued warnings amid rising incidents and escalating dangers.
Linemen rally around man hurt in electrical incident
Two utility contractors are fighting for their lives in the hospital after an electrical incident at a work site in Seminole Tuesday afternoon. One of these men, a young father, has roots in Polk County. Carla Bayron reports.
Largo mansion on the market for a whopping $11 million
LARGO, Fla. - A luxury, 7,000-square-foot mansion in unincorporated Largo with its own stable, acreage, and show ring is for sale for just under $11 million. The home was built in 2011. The stables, with horse mattresses and soft walking surfaces, were added in 2013. The real estate agent says...
SUV slams into Ruskin Dollar Tree
RUSKIN, Fla. - An SUV slammed into a Ruskin Dollar Tree Friday afternoon, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office. Deputies said they responded at around 1 p.m. to the Dollar Tree located at 1420 North U.S. 41 in Ruskin. They said a gray SUV drove into the store. No...
