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Ireland Nugent headed to her home in Palm Harbor Saturday for the first time since she lost both her feet in a lawn mower accident more than three weeks ago. More>>

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  • Saturday, May 18 2013 8:00 PM EDT2013-05-19 00:00:42 GMT
    What started out as a fun day on the water, turned very scary for a boat full of people in Clearwater.
    What started out as a fun day on the water, turned very scary for a boat full of people in Clearwater.
  • Saturday, May 18 2013 6:24 PM EDT2013-05-18 22:24:55 GMT
    Ireland Nugent, who lost both her legs in a lawn mower accident, got to meet Winter the dolphin Saturday morning at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium.
    Ireland Nugent, who lost both her legs in a lawn mower accident, got to meet Winter the dolphin Saturday morning at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium.
  • Friday, May 17 2013 10:37 PM EDT2013-05-18 02:37:41 GMT
    Sixty feet away, 9-year-old Alayna Adams had no idea her father was behind home plate.
    Sixty feet away, 9-year-old Alayna Adams had no idea her father was behind home plate.
  • Friday, May 17 2013 9:14 PM EDT2013-05-18 01:14:57 GMT
    The inverted pyramid has been a downtown attraction for more than 40 years, so a lot of people grew up with it. Two weeks before closing to the public, the St. Petersburg Pier is getting a lot of visitors.
    The inverted pyramid has been a downtown attraction for more than 40 years, so a lot of people grew up with it. Two weeks before closing to the public, the St. Petersburg Pier is getting a lot of visitors.
  • Thursday, May 16 2013 11:06 PM EDT2013-05-17 03:06:37 GMT
    Florida provides state funded security for visiting politicians and dignitaries, even when they arrive with their own security.
    Florida provides state funded security for visiting politicians and dignitaries, even when they arrive with their own security. Florida has been doing it for years, whether out-of-state politicians -- mostly governors -- come here for business or pleasure.
  • Thursday, May 16 2013 10:08 PM EDT2013-05-17 02:08:24 GMT
    The St. Petersburg City Council declined to approve the next $1.54 million toward the $50 million project, slashing the request to $869,000.
    Progress on the new St. Petersburg Pier known as the "Lens" has not stopped, but it slowed down Thursday evening. The city council declined to approve the next $1.54 million toward the $50 million project, slashing the request to $869,000.
  • Thursday, May 16 2013 8:40 PM EDT2013-05-17 00:40:01 GMT
    R.O. Jacobson Center for Education and Animal Care. It's a state-of-the-art facility that expands the aquarium's ability to pursue their mission of education, research, rescue, rehabilitation and release.
    R.O. Jacobson Center for Education and Animal Care. It's a state-of-the-art facility that expands the aquarium's ability to pursue their mission of education, research, rescue, rehabilitation and release.
  • Thursday, May 16 2013 12:04 PM EDT2013-05-16 16:04:38 GMT
    Troopers are looking for a driver who hit and killed a woman in Palm Harbor Thursday morning while she was riding her bicycle.
    Troopers are looking for a driver who hit and killed a woman in Palm Harbor on Thursday morning while she was riding her bicycle.
  • Thursday, May 16 2013 5:50 AM EDT2013-05-16 09:50:12 GMT
    A group that is opposed to the demolition of the city's pier and the construction of a new, $50 million structure has filed petitions with the city.
    A group that is opposed to the demolition of the city's pier and the construction of a new, $50 million structure has filed petitions with the city to take the issue to voters -- or to scrap the plan altogether.
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 9:33 PM EDT2013-05-16 01:33:11 GMT
    The family of a Tarpon Springs boat owner whose shrimping vessel caught fire Tuesday night say the loss of the ship is emotionally and financially devastating.
    The family of a Tarpon Springs boat owner whose shrimping vessel caught fire Tuesday night say the loss of the ship is emotionally and financially devastating.
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 7:15 PM EDT2013-05-15 23:15:59 GMT
    Authorities in Tarpon Springs are still looking for what caused Tuesday night's fire at the sponge docks.
    Authorities in Tarpon Springs are still looking for what caused Tuesday night's fire at the sponge docks.
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 6:51 PM EDT2013-05-15 22:51:36 GMT
    Several leaders of St. Petersburg's African-American community claim recent police activities are elevating tensions between law enforcement and citizens.
    Several leaders of St. Petersburg's African-American community claim recent police activities are elevating tensions between law enforcement and citizens.
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 6:01 PM EDT2013-05-15 22:01:11 GMT
    Al Mora has fulfilled a life-long dream with every marathon he has run, from New York to Chicago to Gasparilla. It's remarkable for someone who once struggled with every step, weighing 355 pounds.
    Al Mora has fulfilled a life-long dream with every marathon he has run, from New York to Chicago to Gasparilla. It's remarkable for someone who once struggled with every step, weighing 355 pounds.
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 9:20 AM EDT2013-05-15 13:20:33 GMT
    Fire officials are working a fatal fire in Clearwater, but the deceased wasn't a person -- rather a dog.
    Fire officials are working a fatal fire in Clearwater, but the deceased wasn't a person -- rather a dog.
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 9:03 AM EDT2013-05-15 13:03:39 GMT
    To help bound back, managers have hired a food safety audit provider to conduct monthly reviews at the restaurants.
    To help bound back, managers have hired a food safety audit provider to conduct monthly reviews at the restaurants.
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 8:16 AM EDT2013-05-15 12:16:05 GMT
    Investigators say a 64-year-old man intentionally slammed his car into the side of the Countryside Mall on Wednesday morning, sparking a fire inside a Dillard's. The mall will still be open.
    Investigators say a 64-year-old man intentionally slammed his car into the side of the Countryside Mall on Wednesday morning, sparking a fire inside a Dillard's. The mall will still be open.
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 6:14 AM EDT2013-05-15 10:14:28 GMT
    It is the most ambitious trail ever planned in Florida, connecting the west coast to the east, and some lawmakers want to spend $50 million to make it happen.
    It is the most ambitious trail ever planned in Florida, connecting the west coast to the east, and some lawmakers want to spend $50 million to make it happen.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 7:50 PM EDT2013-05-14 23:50:27 GMT
    Pinellas County students and parents could have a front row seat to a transformation of education. That is the vision of SRI International, a California-based research company with a facility in St. Petersburg.
    Pinellas County students and parents could have a front row seat to a transformation of education. That is the vision of SRI International, a California-based research company with a facility in St. Petersburg.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 10:06 AM EDT2013-05-14 14:06:49 GMT
    Police say a disgruntled former employee walked into a St. Petersburg motel Tuesday morning and shot the manager before turning the gun on himself.
    Police say a disgruntled former employee walked into a St. Petersburg motel Tuesday morning and shot the manager before turning the gun on himself.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 4:36 AM EDT2013-05-14 08:36:25 GMT
    It can be painful waiting in line for a Starbucks brew, just ask 38-year-old Aime Peterson. She was shot just above her left knee Saturday inside the one in the Tyrone Square Mall.
    It can be painful waiting in line for a Starbucks brew, just ask 38-year-old Aime Peterson. She was shot just above her left knee Saturday inside the one in the Tyrone Square Mall.
  • Monday, May 13 2013 11:18 PM EDT2013-05-14 03:18:50 GMT
    Three people are under arrest in Pinellas County after deputies said they were prostituting underage girls.
    Three people are under arrest in Pinellas County after deputies said they were prostituting underage girls.
  • Monday, May 13 2013 7:01 PM EDT2013-05-13 23:01:34 GMT
    Nothing beats the view of blue water, white surf and beige sand along our Bay area beaches. Look a little closer, though, and you'll see spots of orange -- signs that sea turtle nesting season is here.
    Nothing beats the view of blue water, white surf and beige sand along our Bay area beaches. Look a little closer on Anna Maria Island though, and you'll see a spot of orange: it is a taped-off area where the first nest of the sea turtle mating season was spotted Monday morning.
  • Monday, May 13 2013 6:24 PM EDT2013-05-13 22:24:36 GMT
    Governor Rick Scott made a quick stop in Oldsmar Monday to tout a tax break passed by the 2013 Florida Legislature.  Manufacturers will no longer pay sales tax on the equipment they buy.
    Governor Rick Scott made a quick stop in Oldsmar Monday to tout a tax break passed by the 2013 Florida Legislature.  Manufacturers will no longer pay sales tax on the equipment they buy.
  • Monday, May 13 2013 4:43 AM EDT2013-05-13 08:43:05 GMT
    A little girl who lost both of her feet in a lawn mower accident last month received another happy homecoming Sunday during her first time back to church in Clearwater.
    A little girl who lost both of her feet in a lawn mower accident last month received another happy homecoming Sunday during her first time back to church in Clearwater.
  • Sunday, May 12 2013 10:09 AM EDT2013-05-12 14:09:17 GMT
    Two men from Pinellas county are accused of forcing more than a dozen women into modern day slavery.
    Two men from Pinellas county are accused of forcing more than a dozen women into modern day slavery.
  • Sunday, May 12 2013 10:08 AM EDT2013-05-12 14:08:30 GMT
    The folks at Gulf Breeze Dental have quite a cavity to fill. Not in someone's mouth, but the side of their building.The driver of a jeep on Seminole boulevard swerved after being cut off by another driver.
    The folks at Gulf Breeze Dental have quite a cavity to fill. Not in someone's mouth, but the side of their building.
  • Friday, May 10 2013 10:50 PM EDT2013-05-11 02:50:04 GMT
    Investigators have arrested two men who they say were bringing women to Pinellas County, beating and sexually assaulting them, and forcing them into prostitution.
    Investigators have arrested two men who they say were bringing women to Pinellas County, beating and sexually assaulting them, and forcing them into prostitution.
  • Friday, May 10 2013 9:24 PM EDT2013-05-11 01:24:07 GMT
    Written assurances by Mayor Bill Foster might curtail further spending on the new St. Petersburg Pier.
    Written assurances by Mayor Bill Foster might curtail further spending on the new St. Petersburg Pier.
  • Thursday, May 9 2013 11:44 PM EDT2013-05-10 03:44:09 GMT
    A suspect who fled from a traffic stop is facing a slew of charges, but his legal problems may be the least of his concerns -- it was an alligator who finally caught up with him.
    A suspect who fled from a traffic stop is facing a slew of charges, but his legal problems may be the least of his concerns -- it was an alligator who finally caught up with him.
  • Thursday, May 9 2013 10:15 PM EDT2013-05-10 02:15:38 GMT
    The city of Clearwater is getting a surprising "pushback" to a big improvement on Clearwater Beach. City officials are ready to approve $430,000 addition to the Pier 60 playground.
    The city of Clearwater is getting a surprising "pushback" to a big improvement on Clearwater Beach. A group of elected officials is ready to approve $430,000 for a "sand castle" addition to the existing playground at the foot of Pier 60. 
  • Thursday, May 9 2013 9:26 AM EDT2013-05-09 13:26:18 GMT
    Pinellas beaches shredded by last summer's Tropical Storm Debby will be repaired, but not until sometime next fall or winter.
    Pinellas beaches shredded by last summer's Tropical Storm Debby will be repaired, but not until sometime next fall or winter.  That leaves properties on two beaches on Treasure Island and two in St. Pete Beach exposed to this year's potential ravages.
  • Thursday, May 9 2013 9:15 AM EDT2013-05-09 13:15:28 GMT
    A St. Petersburg-based pharmacy has agreed to recall all of its sterile drugs and is in the process of notifying customers.
    A St. Petersburg-based pharmacy has agreed to recall all of its sterile drugs and is in the process of notifying customers.
  • Thursday, May 9 2013 8:59 AM EDT2013-05-09 12:59:32 GMT
    Drivers headed west on Enterprise will have to turn right and make the U-turn at Countryside Blvd. to get to southbound U.S. 19.
    The traffic signal at the intersection of U.S. 19 and Enterprise Road has been removed. Drivers headed west on Enterprise will have to turn right and make the U-turn at Countryside Blvd. to get to southbound U.S. 19.
  • Wednesday, May 8 2013 6:44 AM EDT2013-05-08 10:44:34 GMT
    They say they've been there for years, but the owner of the area says he wants to build an apartment complex. City officials, however, voted to move forward with apartment plans.
    They say they've been there for years, but the owner of the area says he wants to build an apartment complex. City officials, however, voted to move forward with apartment plans.
  • Tuesday, May 7 2013 11:28 PM EDT2013-05-08 03:28:23 GMT
    The effort to save St. Petersburg's Historic YMCA building has new life – and legal issues.
    The effort to save St. Petersburg's Historic YMCA building has new life – and legal issues.
  • Tuesday, May 7 2013 8:57 PM EDT2013-05-08 00:57:51 GMT
    The discovery of three missing women in Cleveland alive is giving new hope to families of missing children, including the family of Morgan Martin in St. Petersburg.
    The discovery of three missing women in Cleveland alive is giving new hope to families of missing children, including the family of Morgan Martin in St. Petersburg. Morgan hasn't been seen by her family in nine months; she disappeared from her home last July at 17 years old.
  • Tuesday, May 7 2013 5:13 PM EDT2013-05-07 21:13:31 GMT
    According to the Kenneth City Police Department, 20-year-old Preston Meierhoff hid in a closet until his ex-girlfriend and her boyfriend came home.
    According to the Kenneth City Police Department, 20-year-old Preston Meierhoff hid in a closet until his ex-girlfriend and her boyfriend came home.
  • Tuesday, May 7 2013 4:45 AM EDT2013-05-07 08:45:03 GMT
    Detectives are looking for a St. Petersburg woman, and they are hope you can help.
    Detectives are looking for a St. Petersburg woman, and they are hope you can help.
  • Monday, May 6 2013 10:19 PM EDT2013-05-07 02:19:08 GMT
    Cities, or counties, could add a surcharge of up to $250 to the original $158 penalty, for a total of $408 for unsuccessful challenges.
    After July 1st, cities and municipalities can set up their own appeals process for citations issued by red light cameras.  Cities, or counties, could add a surcharge of up to $250 to the original $158 penalty, for a total of $408 for unsuccessful challenges.
  • Monday, May 6 2013 7:53 PM EDT2013-05-06 23:53:30 GMT
    Tay and Asia Pinkney both know how to swim, but they say a strong rip current swept them out into the Gulf on Sunday in a matter of moments.
    Tay and Asia Pinkney both know how to swim, but they say a strong rip current swept them out into the Gulf on Sunday in a matter of moments. Tay swam to safety, then three complete strangers dashed into the dangerous water, and fought to pull Asia from the deadly grip of the waves.
  • Monday, May 6 2013 4:10 PM EDT2013-05-06 20:10:37 GMT
    A student at Tarpon Springs High School was arrested Monday and charged with bringing a gun to school.
    A student at Tarpon Springs High School was arrested Monday and charged with bringing a gun to school.
  • Friday, May 3 2013 10:52 PM EDT2013-05-04 02:52:49 GMT
    Ireland Nugent is coming home this weekend.  Her grandparents have the important job of prepping the house for the 2 year old's return, and neighbors organized a garage sale and charity golf tournament.
    Ireland Nugent is coming home this weekend.  Her grandparents have the important job of prepping the house for the 2 year old's return, and neighbors organized a garage sale and charity golf tournament.
  • Friday, May 3 2013 8:02 PM EDT2013-05-04 00:02:11 GMT
    Last week, Barbara Heist turned herself in in the Florida Keys, 11 years after she disappeared from a Pennsylvania park.
    Last week, Barbara Heist turned herself in in the Florida Keys, 11 years after she disappeared from a Pennsylvania park. Much of her time on the run is still a mystery, except for four weeks in January, when Heist moved in with a family in Tarpon Springs and lied about who she was.
  • Friday, May 3 2013 5:08 PM EDT2013-05-03 21:08:30 GMT
    A woman was killed in the 5200 block of Fifth Avenue South. St. Petersburg police say they found her body in the backyard of a home.
    A woman was killed in the 5200 block of Fifth Avenue South. St. Petersburg police say they found her body in the backyard of a home.
  • Friday, May 3 2013 1:37 PM EDT2013-05-03 17:37:21 GMT
    We're right in the middle of prom season, which is unfortunately a time when many teens are killed drunk driving crashes.
    We're right in the middle of prom season, which is unfortunately a time when many teens are killed drunk driving crashes.
  • Thursday, May 2 2013 8:54 PM EDT2013-05-03 00:54:26 GMT
    By all indications, St. Petersburg voters will decide the fate of the Lens on August 27th. That is the city's primary election, and that is where petitioners to "Stop The Lens" want to see their question.
    By all indications, St. Petersburg voters will decide the fate of the Lens on August 27th. That is the city's primary election, and that is where petitioners to "Stop The Lens" want to see their question. The looming petitions already impacted a request for more money for the Lens project on Thursday's city council agenda.
  • Thursday, May 2 2013 8:24 PM EDT2013-05-03 00:24:08 GMT
    Authorities identified the victim as Robert Greaves, 33, and said his body was so badly burned it took nearly 24 hours to get a positive ID.
    Authorities identified the victim as Robert Greaves, 33, and said his body was so badly burned it took nearly 24 hours to get a positive ID.
  • Thursday, May 2 2013 6:54 AM EDT2013-05-02 10:54:43 GMT
    The St. Petersburg Pier has now entered its final month, at least in its current form. The familiar inverted pyramid closes to the public May 31st.
    The St. Petersburg Pier has now entered its final month, at least in its current form. The familiar inverted pyramid closes to the public May 31st.
  • Wednesday, May 1 2013 11:15 PM EDT2013-05-02 03:15:13 GMT
    A beautiful house on the water, with a wading pool and Jacuzzi, and a nice park across the street. Looks like a great place for a vacation -- for your dog?
    A beautiful house on the water, with a wading pool and Jacuzzi, and a nice park across the street. Looks like a great place for a vacation -- for your dog?
  • Wednesday, May 1 2013 11:47 AM EDT2013-05-01 15:47:53 GMT
    Big changes are coming to some Bay area schools. Staff members at seven Pinellas and Hillsborough County schools will have to reapply for their jobs.
    Big changes are coming to some Bay area schools. Staff members at seven Pinellas and Hillsborough County schools will have to reapply for their jobs.
  • Tuesday, April 30 2013 10:52 PM EDT2013-05-01 02:52:52 GMT
    Dustin Seabolt is a firefighter who went above the call of duty, and has been named "Firefighter of the Year" for the state of Florida.
    One of the most dangerous jobs that you can have is being a firefighter. They risk their lives everyday for those in need. Dustin Seabolt is a firefighter who went above the call of duty. His recognition is "What's Right With Tampa Bay."
  • Tuesday, April 30 2013 8:10 PM EDT2013-05-01 00:10:19 GMT
    Police say 26-year old Jessica Sowick was caught on video Friday night by a hidden camera at a residence just south of where she lives.
    Police say 26-year old Jessica Sowick was caught on video Friday night by a hidden camera at a residence just south of where she lives. That is immediately south of her residence. She is charged with residential burglary and vandalism, and police say she has been a suspect in a string of arsons for months.
  • Tuesday, April 30 2013 10:32 AM EDT2013-04-30 14:32:02 GMT
    Workers at a Pinellas business complex got a surprise this morning when they arrived for work -- an alligator was in the parking lot, snapping at cars.
    Workers at a Pinellas business complex got a surprise this morning when they arrived for work -- an alligator was in the parking lot, snapping at cars.
  • Monday, April 29 2013 9:52 PM EDT2013-04-30 01:52:54 GMT
    Mini Tvaska is 95, and she's been bowling consistently for more than 70 years. She averages about 114 -- quite a feat, considering she suffers from macular degeneration, and can hardly see anymore.
    Mini Tvaska is 95, and she's been bowling consistently for more than 70 years. She averages about 114 -- quite a feat, considering she suffers from macular degeneration, and can hardly see anymore.
  • Monday, April 29 2013 8:56 PM EDT2013-04-30 00:56:59 GMT
    The students at five Pinellas County schools are not making the gains the state expects. So now, every teacher in those schools has to go through a review.
    The students at five Pinellas County schools are not making the gains the state expects. So now,  every teacher in those schools has to go through a review, and may end up transferred to another school.
  • Monday, April 29 2013 8:15 PM EDT2013-04-30 00:15:23 GMT
    St. Petersburg police filed charges Monday against one of two 15 year olds allegedly injured Saturday night in a shootout in the middle of a birthday block party.
    St. Petersburg police filed charges Monday against one of two 15 year olds allegedly injured Saturday night in a shootout in the middle of a birthday block party.
  • Monday, April 29 2013 12:44 PM EDT2013-04-29 16:44:58 GMT
    Investigators have released the name of a woman shot and killed by a St. Petersburg police officer.
    Investigators have released the name of a woman shot and killed by a St. Petersburg police officer.
  • Friday, April 26 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-04-27 02:30:51 GMT
    More than 3,500 competitors from all over the world have descended upon St. Petersburg to run, swim and bike their way to a huge accomplishment this Sunday.
    More than 3,500 competitors from all over the world have descended upon St. Petersburg to run, swim and bike their way to a huge accomplishment this Sunday. Police say in the wake of the Boston bombings, there will be extra uniformed and undercover officers along the route to keep the event safe.
  • Friday, April 26 2013 6:15 PM EDT2013-04-26 22:15:08 GMT
    Police in Tampa and St. Petersburg are trying to track down two men suspected of scamming nearly a dozen elderly victims by posing as servicemen.
    Police in Tampa and St. Petersburg are trying to track down two men suspected of scamming nearly a dozen elderly victims by posing as servicemen.
  • Friday, April 26 2013 12:09 PM EDT2013-04-26 16:09:09 GMT
    Here's your chance to help out a little girl whose story you may have heard.
    Here's your chance to help out a little girl whose story you may have heard.
  • Friday, April 26 2013 5:33 AM EDT2013-04-26 09:33:42 GMT
    A bicyclist is fighting for his life Friday morning after a serious collision with a motorcyclist.
    A bicyclist is fighting for his life Friday morning after a serious collision with a motorcyclist.
  • Thursday, April 25 2013 5:45 PM EDT2013-04-25 21:45:53 GMT
    Adrianne Haslet-Davis is an instructor at the Arthur Murray Dance Studio in Boston, and her colleagues at the Arthur Murray Studio in Palm Harbor are planning a fundraiser for her.
    A ballroom dancer who lost her left foot in the Boston bombing wants to step back on the dance floor again. Adrianne Haslet-Davis is an instructor at the Arthur Murray Dance Studio in Boston, and her colleagues at the Arthur Murray Studio in Palm Harbor are planning a fundraiser for her.
  • Thursday, April 25 2013 5:03 AM EDT2013-04-25 09:03:31 GMT
    The Tampa Bay Rays security team is taking more steps to ensure fans are safe and secure when they go to enjoy a ballgame.
    The Tampa Bay Rays security team is taking more steps to ensure fans are safe and secure when they go to enjoy a ballgame.
  • Wednesday, April 24 2013 8:20 PM EDT2013-04-25 00:20:18 GMT
    The brave 2-year-old girl injured in a lawn mower accident will be in the hospital longer than expected. Her parents say it's been a tough road, and Ireland is not healing the way she should.
    The brave 2-year-old girl injured in a lawn mower accident will be in the hospital longer than expected. Her parents say it's been a tough road, and Ireland is not healing the way she should.
  • Wednesday, April 24 2013 7:14 PM EDT2013-04-24 23:14:13 GMT
    A maintenance worker was killed by an elevator at the Tradewinds Resort Wednesday morning. Investigators say he was working in the bottom of the shaft when he was fatally crushed.
    A Tampa man was crushed to death Wednesday morning while working under an elevator at Pinellas County's largest resort.
  • Wednesday, April 24 2013 11:27 AM EDT2013-04-24 15:27:35 GMT
    Emergency crews are responding to a bad rollover crash that ended with an SUV wedged up against a building in St. Pete.
    Emergency crews are responding to a bad rollover crash that ended with an SUV wedged up against a building in St. Pete.
  • Wednesday, April 24 2013 4:45 AM EDT2013-04-24 08:45:08 GMT
    Could summer vacation be a thing of the past in Pinellas County?
    Could summer vacation be a thing of the past in Pinellas County?
  • Tuesday, April 23 2013 9:34 PM EDT2013-04-24 01:34:33 GMT
    An out-of-control car crashed into an aboveground water main in Seminole early Tuesday afternoon, cutting the water supply to 386 homes and flooding the surrounding area.
    An out-of-control car crashed into an aboveground water main in Seminole early Tuesday afternoon, cutting the water supply to 386 homes and flooding the surrounding area.
  • Tuesday, April 23 2013 8:41 PM EDT2013-04-24 00:41:27 GMT
    Prosecutors say Sami Osmakac was plotting a series of bomb attacks in Tampa. His attorney says he will argue that Osmakac is a victim of FBI entrapment.
    Prosecutors say Sami Osmakac was plotting a series of bomb attacks in Tampa. His attorney says he will argue that Osmakac is a victim of FBI entrapment.
  • Monday, April 22 2013 9:04 PM EDT2013-04-23 01:04:33 GMT
    One teen was killed and the other was injured when a 16-year-old driver told police she took her eyes off the road for one moment Friday evening.
    One teen was killed and the other was injured when a 16-year-old driver told police she took her eyes off the road for one moment Friday evening. The car ran into a guard rail, instantly killing the passenger, 16-year old Alexia Douglas.
  • Monday, April 22 2013 6:44 PM EDT2013-04-22 22:44:26 GMT
    Furloughs of air traffic controllers caused by the federal budget sequestration are now the latest challenge for air travelers. By mid-afternoon Monday, delays were piling up.
    Furloughs of air traffic controllers caused by the federal budget sequestration are now the latest challenge for air travelers. By mid-afternoon Monday, delays were piling up. It's a situation Pinellas tourism promoters are keeping a close eye on.
  • Monday, April 22 2013 5:48 PM EDT2013-04-22 21:48:53 GMT
    It's always a packed house at Tropicana Field when the Yankees come to town, but tonight it will be even more special.
    It's always a packed house at Tropicana Field when the Yankees come to town, but tonight it will be even more special.
  • Monday, April 22 2013 5:20 AM EDT2013-04-22 09:20:05 GMT
    It's going to be a tough day for students at two Bay area high schools.
    It's going to be a tough day for students at two Bay area high schools.
  • Friday, April 19 2013 5:45 PM EDT2013-04-19 21:45:20 GMT
    Senator Bill Nelson marked the third anniversary of the petroleum industry's worst-ever disaster by announcing new legislation that would remove the current $75-million cap on oil spill liabilities.
    The third anniversary of the petroleum industry's worst-ever disaster was marked with a news conference in downtown St. Petersburg. Florida Senator Bill Nelson announced new legislation Friday that would remove the current $75-million cap on oil spill liabilities.
  • Wednesday, April 17 2013 8:42 AM EDT2013-04-17 12:42:36 GMT
    A serious injury accident is blocking the northbound lanes on U.S. 19 at Klosterman Road in Palm Harbor.
    A serious injury accident is blocking the northbound lanes on U.S. 19 at Klosterman Road in Palm Harbor.
  • Tuesday, April 16 2013 7:33 AM EDT2013-04-16 11:33:28 GMT
    A non-profit organization is holding its second-annual open water fundraising swim benefiting Moffitt Cancer Center.  Last year, it raised more than $100,000.
    A non-profit organization is holding its second-annual open water fundraising swim benefiting Moffitt Cancer Center.  Last year, it raised more than $100,000.
  • Monday, April 15 2013 8:37 AM EDT2013-04-15 12:37:26 GMT
    It costs $50 to file, though that could depend on if you've already registered somewhere else. We've got the info on how you can register.
    It costs $50 to file, though that could depend on if you've already registered somewhere else. We've got the info on how you can register.
  • Sunday, April 14 2013 3:08 PM EDT2013-04-14 19:08:53 GMT
    St. Petersburg Police have arrested a suspect in the double murders on a house boat at Loggerhead Marina.

     
    St. Petersburg Police have arrested a suspect in the double murders on a house boat at Loggerhead Marina.
  • Friday, April 12 2013 10:12 AM EDT2013-04-12 14:12:16 GMT
    Tom Ioviono with Pinellas County Emergency management was one of 14 people that traveled from our area up to New York City after Hurricane Sandy hit the Northeast. What they saw -- day after day -- is
    Fourteen local emergency officials traveled from our area up to New York City after Hurricane Sandy hit the Northeast. They returned with pictures, videos, and better ideas for keeping the Bay Area prepared.
  • Thursday, April 11 2013 5:25 PM EDT2013-04-11 21:25:34 GMT
    Wengay Newton wants the City Council to discuss delaying the May 31 closure of the St. Petersburg Pier. But the restaurant tenants say the idea sounds half-baked.
    Wengay Newton wants the City Council to discuss delaying the May 31 closure of the St. Petersburg Pier. But the restaurant tenants say the idea sounds half-baked.
  • Wednesday, April 10 2013 8:43 PM EDT2013-04-11 00:43:25 GMT
    Florida executed one of the longest-serving inmates on its death row Wednesday evening, 32 years after he kidnapped and murdered a 10-year-old girl.
    Florida executed one of the longest-serving inmates on its death row Wednesday evening, 32 years after he kidnapped and murdered a 10-year-old girl who was riding her bike to school after a dental appointment.
  • Wednesday, April 10 2013 3:04 PM EDT2013-04-10 19:04:27 GMT
    An 11-month-old boy was pulled from a Palm Harbor pool after he managed to scoot his walker out of the house, onto the pool deck, and into the water. His dad was able to revive him.
    An 11-month-old boy was pulled from a Palm Harbor pool after he managed to scoot his walker out of the house, onto the pool deck, and into the water. His dad was able to revive him.
  • Wednesday, April 10 2013 8:53 AM EDT2013-04-10 12:53:22 GMT
    Commissioners have passed a dog friendly dining program. It doesn't force restaurants to comply, but those who are willing to participate can now apply for permits.
    Commissioners have passed a dog friendly dining program. It doesn't force restaurants to comply, but those who are willing to participate can now apply for permits.
  • Tuesday, April 9 2013 10:31 AM EDT2013-04-09 14:31:59 GMT
    An accident involving a tractor trailer caused major delays on the Courtney Campbell Causeway this morning.
    An accident involving a tractor trailer caused major delays on the Courtney Campbell Causeway this morning.
  • Tuesday, April 9 2013 7:38 AM EDT2013-04-09 11:38:15 GMT
    Police are trying to identify a man who was found dead in a canal along 56th Street North.
    Police are trying to identify a man who was found dead in a canal along 56th Street North.
  • Monday, April 8 2013 5:43 PM EDT2013-04-08 21:43:57 GMT
    Crews are using sonar equipment, helicopters and boats to search for a missing boater in the Gulf of Mexico.
    Crews are using sonar equipment, helicopters and boats to search for a missing boater in the Gulf of Mexico.
  • Sunday, April 7 2013 7:13 PM EDT2013-04-07 23:13:29 GMT
    As authorities search for the two young boys who were kidnapped by their parents in a violent abduction, FOX 13 News got the closest look at at the dock from which the Hakken family set sail.
    As authorities searched for the fifth consecutive day Sunday for the two young boys who were kidnapped by their parents in a violent abduction, FOX 13 News got the closest look at at the dock from which the Hakken family set sail.
  • Thursday, April 4 2013 4:54 AM EDT2013-04-04 08:54:18 GMT
    In about a month, Greenlight Pinellas will become a frequently heard phrase. Final approval of the campaign slogan is expected at the April 24 board meeting of the Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority.
    In about a month, Greenlight Pinellas will become a frequently heard phrase. Final approval of the campaign slogan is expected at the April 24 board meeting of the Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority [PSTA]. 
  • Wednesday, April 3 2013 4:50 AM EDT2013-04-03 08:50:02 GMT
    Deputies are looking for a man who apparently robbed a convenience store two weeks in a row.
    Deputies are looking for a man who apparently robbed a convenience store two weeks in a row.
  • Tuesday, April 2 2013 12:05 PM EDT2013-04-02 16:05:40 GMT
    Drivers in Largo can expect delays at Belcher and Ulmerton Road as police investigate a bicyclist accident.
    Drivers in Largo can expect delays at Belcher and Ulmerton Road as police investigate a bicyclist accident.
  • Tuesday, April 2 2013 6:34 AM EDT2013-04-02 10:34:10 GMT
    Police are looking for someone who fired several shots into a Pinellas Park apartment building.
    Police are looking for someone who fired several shots into a Pinellas Park apartment building.
  • Friday, March 29 2013 12:07 PM EDT2013-03-29 16:07:49 GMT
    Police have named the man in Thursday's fatal accident at a water treatment facility and said he died falling from a scissor lift.
    Police have named the man in Thursday's fatal accident at a water treatment facility and said he died falling from a scissor lift.
  • Friday, March 29 2013 8:27 AM EDT2013-03-29 12:27:40 GMT
    A 31-year-old man was seriously injured Friday morning when he fell from a parking garage.
    A 31-year-old man was seriously injured Friday morning when he fell from a parking garage.
  • Thursday, March 28 2013 10:36 PM EDT2013-03-29 02:36:55 GMT
    The first spice arrest in St. Petersburg marks a new chapter in the way officers battle synthetic drugs. The bust happened when undercover agents bought something called "Mister Happy Potpourri" at a store.
    The first spice arrest in St. Petersburg marks a new chapter in the law book officers use to battle synthetic drugs. The spice bust happened when undercover agents bought something called "Mister Happy Potpourri" at Nessa Drive Thru.
  • Thursday, March 28 2013 7:03 PM EDT2013-03-28 23:03:26 GMT
    The next big challenge to the Tampa Bay economy may be the cost of flood insurance. FEMA, which runs the National Flood Insurance Program [NFIP], has not yet released new rates for Florida.
    The next big challenge to the Tampa Bay economy may be the cost of flood insurance. FEMA, which runs the National Flood Insurance Program [NFIP], has not yet released new rates for Florida. The commission has a workshop scheduled to discuss the impacts rising sea levels will have on the Pinellas shoreline. The potential impacts of raising flood insurance costs will be added to that discussion.
  • Thursday, March 28 2013 5:55 PM EDT2013-03-28 21:55:52 GMT
    Federal agents raided the St. Petersburg headquarters of Universal Health Care on Thursday, as the insurer found itself at the center of a fraud investigation.
    Federal agents raided the St. Petersburg headquarters of Universal Health Care on Thursday, as the insurer found itself at the center of a fraud investigation.
  • Thursday, March 28 2013 4:03 PM EDT2013-03-28 20:03:25 GMT
    Officials say a man has died after falling into an empty sewage tank at a water treatment facility in St. Petersburg. Workers were refurbishing the empty tank.
    Officials say a man has died after falling into an empty sewage tank at a water treatment facility in St. Petersburg. Workers were refurbishing the empty tank.
  • Thursday, March 28 2013 8:42 AM EDT2013-03-28 12:42:32 GMT
    Two local airport control towers could be facing the axe, but a lawmaker is hoping to save them. They're on a list of towers the FAA plans to close because of budget cuts.
    Two local airport control towers could be facing the axe, but a lawmaker is hoping to save them. They're on a list of towers the FAA plans to close because of budget cuts.
  • Wednesday, March 27 2013 10:53 PM EDT2013-03-28 02:53:02 GMT
    A limo driver opened fire in apparent self-defense as a rolling gunfight involving three vehicles took place Tuesday night in the streets of St. Petersburg, police say. At least four people were injured.
    A limo driver opened fire in apparent self-defense as a rolling gunfight involving three vehicles took place Tuesday night in the streets of St. Petersburg, police say. At least four people were injured.
  • Wednesday, March 27 2013 10:19 PM EDT2013-03-28 02:19:16 GMT
    A Pinellas circuit court judge is now considering whether to let the public vote on saving the St. Petersburg pier.
    A Pinellas circuit court judge is now considering whether to let the public vote on saving the St. Petersburg pier.
  • Wednesday, March 27 2013 5:31 PM EDT2013-03-27 21:31:00 GMT
    A baby manatee was found in St. Pete's Bayboro Harbor on Wednesday. Scientists say it was suffering from cold stress and, had it not been seen, likely would have died.
    A baby manatee was found in St. Pete's Bayboro Harbor on Wednesday. Scientists say it was suffering from cold stress and, had it not been seen, likely would have died.
  • Wednesday, March 27 2013 9:22 AM EDT2013-03-27 13:22:24 GMT
    Authorities don't have many answers -- just two separate incidents and a lot of questions. The search is on for whoever is breaking into unmarked vehicles.
    Authorities don't have many answers -- just two separate incidents and a lot of questions. The search is on for whoever is breaking into unmarked vehicles.
  • Wednesday, March 27 2013 6:40 AM EDT2013-03-27 10:40:00 GMT
    A Dunedin man is behind bars for sharing child porn videos featuring young boys.
    A Dunedin man is behind bars for sharing child porn videos featuring young boys.
  • Tuesday, March 26 2013 5:20 PM EDT2013-03-26 21:20:43 GMT
    The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office says someone stole guns, equipment and a vest from an unmarked car. It is the second such incident this week in Pinellas County.
    The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office says someone stole guns, equipment and a vest from an unmarked car. It is the second such incident this week in Pinellas County.
  • Monday, March 25 2013 12:11 PM EDT2013-03-25 16:11:37 GMT
    Many lined Bayshore Boulevard on Monday morning to pay tribute to Dunedin's Zachary Shannon, who was killed in Afghanistan earlier this month.
    Many lined Bayshore Boulevard on Monday morning to pay tribute to Dunedin's Zachary Shannon, who was killed in Afghanistan earlier this month.
  • Monday, March 25 2013 11:33 AM EDT2013-03-25 15:33:22 GMT
    A St. Petersburg detective's unmarked police car was stolen and later found abandoned in Lake Maggiore.
    A St. Petersburg detective's unmarked police car was stolen and later found abandoned in Lake Maggiore. Also gone from the vehicle: Guns and ammunition.
  • Friday, January 25 2013 4:25 PM EST2013-01-25 21:25:12 GMT
    With sails billowing and cannons booming, the tall ship Lynx arrived in Tampa Bay in style on Friday, a fitting way to kick off Gasparilla weekend.
    With sails billowing and cannons booming, the tall ship Lynx arrived in Tampa Bay in style on Friday, a fitting way to kick off Gasparilla weekend.
  • Thursday, January 10 2013 4:54 AM EST2013-01-10 09:54:32 GMT
    Christopher McGurran overnight went from living a modest life to living large.
    Christopher McGurran overnight went from living a modest life to living large.
  • Monday, May 6 2013 4:41 AM EDT2013-05-06 08:41:30 GMT
    More than one-thousand people laced up their sneakers, and got moving, to honor three police officers killed in the line of duty. It's called the "partners for life" police appreciation walk/run. There
    More than one-thousand people laced up their sneakers, and got moving, to honor three police officers killed in the line of duty.
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