Raising Cane’s debuts in St. Pete with free chicken for a year giveaway
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (BLOOM) — Raising Cane’s is opening its first St. Petersburg location Tuesday, August 5, and kicking off the celebration with giveaways, music and the chance to win free Cane’s for a year. The Louisiana-based fast-casual chain, known for its simple menu of chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries,...
Why does Tampa Bay have so many Grateful Dead cover bands?
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - In a hazy sea of tie-dye at Bayboro Brewing, the Deadheads bust out dance moves like you've never seen. Women twirl in floor-length dresses. Someone nearthe stage performs standing crunches with jazz hands. Another guy flexes his fingers like he's casting shadow puppets, or maybe a spell, on...
PHOTOS: Controversy on treatment of pig leads to county-issued citation on SPCA Tampa Bay...
PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) — Pinellas County Animal Services has issued SPCA Tampa Bay a citation for animal cruelty based on alleged treatment of a pig for two weeks this past July. According to the citation, obtained by News Channel 8, “Defendant (SPCA Tampa Bay) had custody of “Waddles,”...
Investigation underway after 3-year-old girl dies in Palm Harbor: deputies say
The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office is investigating the death of a 3-year-old in Palm Harbor.
Why you should ‘forget that beer’ when it’s hot outside
Above-average temperatures have been recorded across the Sunshine State — with Tampa recently reaching its hottest ever at 100 degrees. Last Tuesday, more than 11 million people across the Southeast were under an extreme heat warning. But it's not just hot, it's humid, too. On "The Florida Roundup," host...
Florida Woman Arrested After Allegedly Violating HOA Rules In Dispute
A Florida woman was arrested after allegedly violating HOA rules, despite taking steps to comply with the court’s orders.
Local counties undergo further auditing by DOGE
Florida's Department of Government Efficiency is targeting at least three local counties. Hillsborough, Pinellas, and Manatee counties will undergo further auditing and on-site review.
Arrests made in St. Petersburgh homicide
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Arrests have been made in the shooting death of a man in St. Petersburg. On Tuesday night, July 29, police responded to reports of a shooting in the 1200 block of 9th Avenue South. Officers found Reginald L. Booth, 39, with multiple gunshot wounds. He was...
The Funky Restaurant In Florida Locals Swear Has The State’s Best Key Lime Pies
A slice of key lime pie can transport you to paradise faster than any airline ticket, and at The Conch Republic Grill in North Redington Beach, they’re serving up edible postcards from heaven. You know how some restaurants feel like they’re trying too hard to be beachy?. Like...
Central Florida Operation Resulted in Significant Reduction in Crime
A recent Central Florida operation resulted in a significant reduction in crime, according to local law enforcement. The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office concluded a month-long operation along the South 78th Street corridor near Tampa, which significantly decreased overall crime. The operation aimed to stop the...
