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A Florida man is in custody after leading law enforcement on a chase prior to a wrong-way crash that claimed the lives of three people in St. Petersburg.

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — A woman and a man are dead after they were hit by a car that was involved in a crash Saturday afternoon in St. Petersburg, police say. At 2:21 p.m., a person driving a Toyota Corolla and another driving a Mazda sedan crashed into each other on 4th Street North at 72nd Avenue North, the St. Pete Police Department said in a news release.

TAMPA — A Ruskin woman was told she’d be arrested for money laundering if she didn’t turn over her life savings. A Pasco County woman was told her finances had been compromised and transferred to a U.S. Treasury agent. But there was no genuine arrest threat or...

This week in St. Petersburg, Florida, three incidents occurred that raised concerns regarding safety. These incidents include a man being charged with domestic battery after assaulting his wife with a sausage, a St. Petersburg police officer being arrested on a battery charge for pushing a woman during an argument, and two individuals going to prison after pleading guilty to the shooting death of a USF-St. Petersburg student.

Disclaimer: This article was written for informational purposes only. One lengthy investigation, funded with monies set aside by the State Assistance for Fentanyl Eradication (S.A.F.E.) program, yielded big results two days ago with the dismantling of a significant drug operation. The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office announced their seizure of multiple narcotics, weapons, and cash.

This article contains AI-assisted content. Tampa, Florida - Robert Trout III, 19, of St. Petersburg, is charged with transmitting a threat of a mass shooting, facing a potential penalty of up to five years in federal prison if convicted. Trout made his initial appearance in federal court in Tampa on December 7, 2023, and has been ordered detained pending further court proceedings.

Dr. Meghan Martin is a pediatric emergency medicine physician at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital in St. Petersburg.

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Sarasota police called to investigate a disturbance at a hotel soon discovered an abandoned girl in the care of a family friend, and in the end, took the child’s mother to jail. 22-year-old Amber Ferrer wanted to drop her child off for a few hours...

LEALMAN, Fla. - The Florida Highway Patrol is asking for help finding a truck it says was involved in a fatal hit-and-run crash in Pinellas County last month. According to FHP, a gold Dodge Ram Pickup truck believed to be a 2002-2006 model was traveling southbound on 49th Street North shortly before 6:45 p.m. on Nov. 28.

On today’s LEO Round Table, we discuss A case where a frisk was not justified,...

His SUV crashed into the back of a truck towing a trailer, Florida Highway Patrol said.

Disclaimer: This article was written for informational purposes only. Yes, there are many in Florida with nowhere to call home. The biggest cities -- as in the most populated, have the highest counts of homeless people. These include Jacksonville, Miami, and Tampa.

Have you been contemplating pet adoption, or simply love perusing adorable pets? A myriad of delightful pets are available for adoption at various animal shelters in the vicinity of saint petersburg..

After 84 years of serving the Florida community, the iconic Mixon's farm in Bradenton has closed its doors. Known for its unique offerings and agricultural education, the farm's closure marks a significant shift in Florida's changing agricultural landscape. However, fans of the farm can still relish its famous products, thanks to innovative adaptations by the Mixon family.

Visitors to Butter's Burgers in Tampa are offered a distinctive fusion of traditional American fare and contemporary creations. Located in the central business district, this restaurant takes great pride in preparing delectable burgers that have a profound impact. Irrespective of one's location, Butter's Burgers provides a welcoming ambiance that is suitable for solitary diners, families, and groups of friends.

• Two suspects have been charged in relation to the Ybor City shooting that occurred in October. • The suspects were with the 14-year-old boy who was fatally shot during the incident.

Florida is no stranger to restaurants that started in the state with humble beginnings and then went on to have large amounts of success. For example, Burger King (which is headquartered in Miami-Dade County) started at a small restaurant called "Insta-Burger Chef" in Jacksonville. And Red Lobster started with one restaurant in Lakeland.

A west-central Florida man is accused of being the ultimate porch pirate, with more than 20 thefts attributed to him, authorities said

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (WFLA) — A crash on I-275 South near Gandy Boulevard in Pinellas County has closed two lanes. According to the Florida Department of Transportation, this is a major crash. This is a developing story. Stay up to date on the latest from News Channel 8 on-air...

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — The Tampa Police Department is actively searching for a missing 72-year-old South Tampa woman. “I think I’m still in shock,” said Lindsey Mirabal. “This doesn’t feel real.”. Miriam Nordlinger walked away from her home in the 1500 block of South Arrawana...