Tampa man killed after being ejected from truck on I-75
A 25-year-old Tampa man died after he was thrown from his pickup truck and struck by a tractor-trailer on Interstate 75 in Hillsborough County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The man was driving a Dodge 1500 northbound when he rear-ended a Chevrolet box truck driven by a 35-year-old Valrico...
Teen boy, woman hospitalized in St. Pete shooting
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (WFLA) — Two people were shot in St. Petersburg Wednesday morning, according to police. The St. Petersburg Police Department said officers responded to a shots-fired call in the area of 15th Avenue South and 11th Street South at 10:40 a.m. When they arrived, officers found a...
Deputies issue Silver Alert for missing Largo woman
LARGO, Florida - Authorities have issued a Silver Alert for 69-year-old Valerie Renee Varner, who was last seen on March 5, 2026, in unincorporated Largo. Varner, a white female standing 5 feet 6 inches tall and weighing 120 pounds, was last observed wearing a blue shirt and dark-colored jeans with a hole in the...
Urgent adoption plea for dog at Hillsborough shelter
Lacewing (A2502807), a 2-year-old American Bulldog, is at risk of euthanasia at the Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center in Tampa. Shelter staff describe her as joyful and affectionate, enjoying playtime, toys, and attention from visitors.
From poolside fun to wellness mornings, The Hollander Hotel has the best of both...
The Hollander Hotel in downtown St. Pete (421 4th Ave N) makes it easy to unplug and forget your schedule. Surrounded by shops, breweries, museums, and the scenic stretch of Beach Drive, the Hollander puts its guests within walking distance to some of the most loved spots in the city – as well as being a destination...
St. Petersburg’s mayor is at the forefront of opposition to anti-DEI bills
The Florida Senate passed legislation that would prevent local governments from actively participating or paying for diversity, equity and inclusion events. Area officials who approve those events or policies could be removed from office. And the bill could allow lawsuits against municipalities. St. Petersburg prides...
Incredible wings, rib-sticking soul food: The Brunch Munch is a star in the making
For years, I didn’t think anyone could contend with Mullet’s Fish Camp for my favorite wings in St. Pete. Then I tried the crispy, messy, breaded and beautiful creations of Ashley Reed at her food truck The Brunch Munch. Whether they are the best in town is entirely...
Pinellas Park Police Investigating Traffic Death on 70th Avenue North
PINELLAS PARK — The Pinellas Park Police Department is investigating a traffic death that occurred Thursday evening on 70th Avenue North. According to police, officers responded to the 3800 block of 70th Avenue North at approximately 7:40 p.m. on March 5, 2026. Investigators said Bryon Tavenner, 66, was attempting...
The Hungry Greek Opening in Dunedin
Tampa Bay’s own fast-casual Greek chain The Hungry Greek is preparing to expand once again. This time, it’s headed to Dunedin, where a new location is in the works at 1425 Main Street, Unit A. What Now spoke on Thursday with George Constantinou, one of the Hungry Greek’s...
St. Pete man accused of shining laser at deputies’ helicopter
A St. Petersburg man was arrested on Tuesday after deputies say he shone a laser lightning device at a helicopter.
