Florida's Gulf Grouper Season Opens Today

The Gulf grouper season is from Monday, April 1, to Jan. 31, 2014. The spiny lobster season closed today.

You're Invited to Tampa Bay Rays Street Party

Everyone's invited to celebrate with a street party and rally as the Tampa Bay Rays open baseball's regular season against Baltimore on Tuesday, April 2.

See David Letterman at the Grand Prix

The 'Late Night' host doesn't appear to be in a joking mood as he watches the Grand Prix race in St. Petersburg Sunday. This tweet from a fan is a nice photo of the TV celebrity.

Video: New Monument Honors Dan Wheldon

Friends, family and city leaders dedicated a memorial in remembrance of a great man, Dan Wheldon.

5 Places to Watch March Madness in St. Petersburg

Good food? Check. Fine beer selection? Check. Multiple TV screens to catch all the action? Check! Here are slam-dunk spots for watching basketball playoffs in the 'burg.

2013 Honda Grand Prix Roars Into St. Pete

The Honda Grand Prix of St. Petersburg roars into downtown this weekend!

Race Week Includes 5K, Parade, Dan Wheldon Memorial Unveiling

The annual Honda Grand Prix of St. Petersburg kicks off with races on Friday, however there are plenty of events going on this week. It's race week in St. Pete!

Batter Up! Orioles-Braves Game at Al Lang Wednesday

Visitors will feel like they are going out to the "old ball game" when they visit the outdoor, waterfront stadium for a spring training game.

Spring Training Baseball in St. Pete Sunday

Al Lang Field is the place to be Sunday for a game between the Baltimore Orioles and Philadelphia Phillies.

Video: Basketball Star Surprises All Children's

Harlem Globetrotter Special K performed tricks, signed autographs and snapped photos with a group of very special children All Children's Hospital in St. Pete.

2013 Honda Grand Prix Construction Underway

Construction is underway on the 1.8 mile, 14 turn waterfront race track in downtown St. Pete.

VIDEO: Kayak Adventurer On 4,000 Mile Journey

In an effort to raise awareness and discover a new challenge, Daniel Alvarez is kayaking 4,000 miles from Angle Inlet, MN to Key West, FL.

Is High School Football Too Risky for Kids?

We want to know what you think, Tampa Bay!

Tips to Get Started Paddleboarding

Want to try paddleboarding? Here are tips to get you started off on the right foot!

Is It a Concussion? Signs in Young Athletes

Even if a young athlete doesn't lose consciousness, the injury may be a concussion. Here's what to look for.

Concussions and Youth Sports: Local Doc Weighs In on Debate

If he had a son, the president probably would not let him play football. But a doctor at All Children's Hospital who has treated many concussions said his boy will be free to get on the gridiron.

St. Pete Rock & Roll Half Marathon: What You Need to Know

Thousands will walk and run in the Rock N' Roll Half Marathon in downtown St. Pete Sunday. After the race, Sean Kingston will entertain crowds in North Shore Park.

50 Pythons Caught So Far in Florida Python Challenge

The Florida Python Challenge ends Feb. 10. At this point, more than 800 registered hunters have caught 50 snakes.

Super Bowl: Kickoff Time and Where to Watch in St. Pete

Here’s what you need to know as the Ravens and 49ers take the field Sunday, Feb. 3

Gulf Grouper Season Closes Feb. 1

A proposed 2013 gag grouper season in state waters will be discussed at the February Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) meeting in Orlando.

Rays, Pinellas County Commission Meet Today

A week after meeting with the Hillsborough County Commission, the Rays organization will meet with Pinellas commissioners at 2 p.m. on Jan. 29.

5 Things to do in St. Pete This Weekend

What are you doing this weekend, St. Pete?

Rays Fan Fest Coming to Trop Feb. 16

Rays TV and radio broadcasters and more than 25 former major league players will also sign autographs for free throughout the day.

5 Things to do in St. Pete This Weekend

What are you doing this weekend, St. Pete? Sunshine Blues Festival? East-West Shrine Game?

St. Pete Man Helped Uncover Hoax About Linebacker's 'Dying Girlfriend'

Timothy Burke is an editor for Deadspin, which broke the story about Manti Te'o's 'girlfriend'.

Rock 'n' Roll Half-Marathon Headliner Announced

Florida hip-hop/R&B artist Sean Kingston will be performing at the conclusion of the 2013 Rock 'n' Roll St. Pete Half Marathon.

Kiwanis Adventure Run Includes Coastal Views, Pancake Breakfast

The five-mile or 5K course takes runners through woodland trails and rocky beaches Jan. 13 at Honeymoon Island State Park, and ends with a post-race pancake breakfast.

5 Things to do in St. Pete This Weekend

What are you doing this weekend, St. Pete?

Under Armour All-Star Football Game Comes to the Trop Friday

On Friday night at Tropicana Field is the 6th annual Under Armour All-America High School Football game, which features the nation's top senior football players.

5 Things to do in St. Pete This Weekend

What are you doing this weekend, St. Pete? Beef 'O' Brady's Bowl, Titanic Exhibit, Santaland Diaries, Wynonna Judd and Saturday Morning Market are just a few of the things to do in St. Pete this weekend.

5 Things to Know About the Beef 'O' Brady's Bowl

On Friday, Dec. 21 the Ball State Cardinals will take on the UCF Knights at Tropicana Field.

Photos: Color Run Paints St. Petersburg

The Color Run St. Petersburg turned downtown St. Petersburg shades of yellow, pink, blue and orange this weekend.

5 Things to do in St. Pete This Weekend

What are you doing this weekend, St. Pete? The Chocolate Nutcracker, The Art of Golf, KOOZA's last weekend, the Color Run and A Doll's House are few just of the great things to do in St. Pete this weekend.

Color Run St. Pete to Paint Downtown Saturday

The Color Run St. Petersburg will turn downtown shades of yellow, pink, blue and orange this weekend. Around 10,000 runners are expected to participate in the "Happiest 5K on the Planet."

Tampa Bay's 'Little Fear' Is New Internet Sensation

Nicknamed 'Little Fear,' the 10-year-old led the Bucs cheerleaders in Gangnam Style and was featured on a morning talk show today. How about renaming him 'Fearless'?

Snook Season Coming to a Close

Snook season is currently closed in Gulf of Mexico state and federal waters, and will remain closed through Aug. 31, 2013, to give the fish time to fully rebound from severe cold weather in 2010 that killed many snook.

UCF, Ball State to Square off in Beef 'O' Brady's Bowl

On Saturday, Dec. 21 the University of Central Florida will take on Ball State inside Tropicana Field at the Beef 'O' Brady's Bowl.

Race Promoter Challenges Patch Editors to Run Frenchy's 5K, Phinley 10K

Dunedin resident Suzanne Henslee challenged Patch editors across Tampa Bay to get more fit by pledging to run in the Frenchy's Tiki 5K Beer Run And Phinley's Holiday 10K at Bright House Field on Saturday. Wish them luck!

Rays, Longoria Agree to $100 Million Deal

The Rays third baseman is now under contract to remain in Tampa Bay through 2022.

Rays 'Thanksmas' to Help Needy in Tampa Bay

Over the past six years, Maddon's Thanksmas has served approximately 5,000 individuals in need and provided many of those individuals with clothing and shoes.