Crime
Green Laser Strike on Pinellas County Deputies Leads to Felony Arrest
A 71-year-old St. Petersburg man faces charges for allegedly targeting a law enforcement helicopter with a laser pointer.
St. Pete Man Whose Sentence Was Commuted by Biden Faces New Charges
The Florida Attorney General's Office says Oscar Fowler was arrested on drug and firearm charges.
Career Criminal Oscar Fowler Back in Custody on State Charges After Biden Clemency
Fowler, who had a lengthy criminal history, was released from federal prison in 2025 under a controversial Biden administration clemency order.
Weather
Daily Forecast for St. Petersburg, Florida
Expect a mix of sun and clouds with chances of rain throughout the week
Hourly Weather Report for Euclid, St. Petersburg
Forecast for February 19, 2026 as of 9:44 PM UTC
Sunny Skies and Mild Temperatures Forecast for Tropicana Field
10-day outlook shows mostly clear conditions with highs in the 70s and 80s
Lifestyle
St. Pete Approves Archaeological Digs at Tropicana Field Parking Lot After Possible Graves Detected
Radar scans found what could be several graves beneath the surface of the parking lot near the Tampa Bay Rays' stadium.
Dalí Museum in Florida Announces $65M Expansion Planned for 2028
The museum will add immersive galleries and learning spaces to accommodate growing audiences.
St. Petersburg Moves Forward with Turning Unused Railroad Tracks into Walking Trail
The city council unanimously approved purchasing the property to create a new downtown walking and biking trail.
Sports
Drivers Eager for More NASCAR-IndyCar Doubleheaders
Competitors say shared events blend fan bases and showcase America's biggest motorsports.
INDYCAR Heads to Phoenix After St. Petersburg Race
News and notes from the Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg as the series prepares for the next event.
Layne Riggs Wins OnlyBulls Green Flag 150 at St. Petersburg
Riggs takes the checkered flag in NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series race
Business
Publix Opens New Store in Saint Petersburg, Florida
The new location aims to combine quality and service with added amenities.
3D Cloud Study Shows Major Productivity Gains for Office Furniture Makers
Independent research finds 3D visualization has become standard for the contract furniture industry.
8 Limbs Creative Debuts Exclusivity on SEO & Custom Web Design for Attorneys
Why Your Law Firm Needs Local Exclusivity: 8 Limbs Creative's New Integrated SEO & Design Approach
