Lieutenant Graduates From National Public Safety Innovation Academy

Lt. Freddie Hayes Jr. works in the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office.

Films Selected For Art Coast Studios Summer Grant Program

Creative Pinellas announced the filmmaker grantees selected from the Arts Coast Studios Summer Grant​ period.

Quick Action By Largo School Bus Driver Prevents Crash Injuries

A Pinellas County school bus driver is credited with preventing a more severe crash by initiating immediate evasive maneuvers.

Person Shooting Pellets At People, Vehicle Sought By Largo Police

The Largo police are seeking the public's help to locate a person who shot a pellet gun at a student at a bus stop and a vehicle on Nov. 4.

​SPCA Tampa Bay Hosts 3rd Annual Day of Giving Telethon

This year's telethon and online fundraising event will be on Thursday, Nov. 10.

17 New Pinellas Sheriff's Deputies Sworn In

Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri administered the oath of office during a swearing-in ceremony Thursday, welcoming 17 new deputies.

New City Hall Construction Underway In Largo Following Groundbreaking

Residents can learn more about the mixed-use development that includes a new city hall at an information session Thursday at 5:30 p.m.

Domestic Violence Awareness Month Recognized By Largo City Commission

The Largo Police Department was recognized with a proclamation declaring October as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month.

WARMTH FOR winter

Donations of new and gently used items jackets. Sweaters. Sweat shirts, hats scarves shoes. Blankets shirts. Pants.

Recovery Grants Available To Help Art Groups Impacted By Pandemic

Creative Pinellas’ Pinellas Recovers Mini-Grants are now open to arts organizations with operating budgets of $175,000 or less.

Free Steering Wheel Locks To Be Distributed By Largo Police

Due to a rise in auto thefts of certain Hyundai vehicles, Hyundai Motor America has provided a limited number of steering wheel locks.

Man Found Floating In Pond At Largo Central Park

Largo police are investigating the death of Michael Jeremy Hare, 51, who was found floating in a pond at Largo Central Park.

Funeral Services Set For Fallen Deputy Monday Morning

Deputy Michael Hartwick died Sept. 23 after being struck by a large front loader with forklifts.

Hurricane Ian: If You Don't Evacuate, You're On Your Own: Sheriff

"This could be the storm we hope will never come to our shores," said St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch during a 10 a.m. news conference.

Bicyclist Killed On Ulmerton Road In Largo

A bicyclist was killed in a crash involving a sports utility vehicle in Largo Sunday.

Pinellas County Sheriff's Cadets Complete FSEA Training, Competition

Members of Cadet Unit 900 participated in team building activities while networking with explorers from other sheriff's offices in Florida.

Solid Waste Disposal Fees To Increase In Pinellas County

The proposed fees will be considered by the county commission during the second public hearing for the fiscal year 2023 budget on Sept. 22.

Pinellas Deputies Sworn In, Promoted

Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri welcomed 34 new deputies to the sheriff's office.

State Rep. Linda Chaney To Be Presented Humane Legislator Award

The state representative from St. Pete Beach often champions animal and wildlife issues on the House floor.

Video: Watch FL Deputies Use This Maneuver To Stop Wrong-Way Driver

Pinellas sheriff's office is sharing a video of deputies using the PIT maneuver to stop a wrong-way driver putting the public at risk.

Pinellas Sheriff's Explorers Garner Wins At State Competition

The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office Cadet Unit 900​ participated in the 2022 Florida Association of Police Explorers State Competition.

Bicyclist Suffers Critical Injuries In Hit-And-Run Crash In Largo

A bicyclist is in critical condition after falling off the bike at 142nd Avenue North and Northbound Frontage Road in Largo Thursday night.

Mobile Home Park Fire Started By Evicted Resident: Largo Police

A 36-year-old man has been charged with arson and burglary in connection to a fire at the Whispering Pines Mobile Home Park Tuesday.

Pinellas Completes Annual Update Of Local Hazard Mitigation Strategy

The purpose of the LMS is to identify and reduce the impact of hazards such as flooding, sea level rise and storm surge in the community.

Tampa Man Clocked Racing At 132 MPH On Gandy Bridge: Troopers

A Tampa man has been arrested after being charged with racing along the Gandy Bridge at speeds up to 132 mph.

New Process Helps Pinellas County Families Get Ready For School Year

​The district has compiled all back-to-school forms so parents can fill them out online in one place.

Largo Stores Busted For Selling Alcohol, Drugs To Underage Customers

Out of 31 businesses receiving a surprise visit from the Largo police, 17 were selling alcohol or tobacco to minors, said police.

Largo Pizzeria A Front For Drug House, Says Pinellas Sheriff

The owner of Brickhouse Pizza has been charged with 18 counts of selling illegal drugs.

Largo Preschool Teacher Accused Of Abusing 2-Year-Old: Sheriff

A former preschool teacher has been arrested after being accused of abusing a toddler at Aldersgate Christian Learning Center.

Applications Open For Creative Pinellas Emerging Artist Grant

These awards, which are open to applicants now through Sept. 6, aim to assist artists that are early in their career.

Man Shot While Breaking Into Largo Home, According To Police

Police said Jeffrey Smith is in stable but critical condition after being shot while kicking in the door of a home.

Excavation Of Largo Property To Find Missing Woman Yields No Results

Investigators began digging at the site after receiving several tips that human remains belonging to Retha Hiers were buried there.

Country Day School Appoints Michelle Brown As New Head of School

A leading pre-K-8 private school has appointed a respected educator with a strong focus on experiential learning as head of school.

5 Pinellas Deputy Recruits Complete Corrections Academy Training

The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office offers full sponsorships through the Corrections Academy.

Pinellas Man Arrested After Accused Of Inappropriately Touching Girl

A 42-year-old man was arrested after being accused of touching a girl under the age of 12 on her genitals.

Heavy Law Enforcement Presence Planned On Major Roads This Weekend

Pinellas deputies, in conjunction with several partner agencies, will join together this weekend to conduct a DUI Wolf Pack operation.

Boating Safety To Be Focus Of Sheriff, Wildlife Officers On July 4

The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission are conducting Operation Dry Water.

Motorcyclist Dies In Largo After Becoming Entrapped Beneath Semi Truck

A motorcyclist has died after crashing into a semi truck and getting trapped beneath the truck.

Motorcyclist Killed In Crash On Whitney Road Overpass In Largo

A motorcyclist has been killed after crashing into a pickup truck hauling a trailer Tuesday morning on the Whitney Road overpass to U.S. 19.

FL Deputy Fired: Surfed Web On Job, Lied On Reports, Sheriff Says

The Pinellas County sheriff said the deputy gave the license plate of a parked car and reported that the driver was involved with drugs.