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Friday, May 22, 2026 · Saint Petersburg
St. Petersburg Opens $42 Million Fund for Affordable Housing Developers
St. Petersburg opened applications for $42 million in federal grants for developers building or renovating affordable rental housing, with applications due today.
St. Petersburg Hosts Hurricane Prep Expo and City Hall Event May 27
St. Petersburg invites residents to a free Hurricane Preparedness Expo and City Hall on Tour event May 27 at Lake Vista Park, where officials will distribute supplies and discuss storm readiness.
Friday, May 22, 2026
Arthur Penny Sworn In for Second Term as Mayor
Arthur Penny was sworn in Tuesday for his second four-year term as mayor, running unopposed in the election.
Friday, May 22, 2026
Pinellas County tightens water restrictions to one day per week starting April 3
Starting April 3, Pinellas County residents can water lawns only once per week based on their address number. Violations carry a $193 fine.
Friday, May 22, 2026
St. Petersburg Serves Free Breakfasts and Lunches at 17 Sites Through August
St. Petersburg offers free breakfasts and lunches to children and teens 18 and under at 17 locations through August 7. No registration or proof of income required.
Friday, May 22, 2026
St. Petersburg Mayor Welch to Present 2026 State of the Economy on June 3
Mayor Welch hosts the 2026 State of the Economy on June 3 at The Mahaffey Theater, examining the city's job growth and business expansion.
Friday, May 22, 2026
Pinellas County urges residents to prepare for hurricane season
Pinellas County Emergency Management urges residents to determine their evacuation zone and prepare as hurricane season opens June 1.
Friday, May 22, 2026
Saint Petersburg Gas Leak: What We Know So Far
A gas leak in Saint Petersburg triggered a large emergency response Wednesday night, but officials had not yet released details on the cause, injuries or evacuations.
Friday, May 22, 2026
Saint Petersburg Gas Leak: What We Know So Far
A gas leak in Saint Petersburg drew multiple fire and rescue units, but officials have not yet confirmed injuries, evacuations or a cause.
Friday, May 22, 2026
Saint Petersburg Gas Leak: What We Know So Far
A gas leak in Saint Petersburg drew a sizable fire and rescue response, but officials have not yet released details on the cause, injuries or evacuations.
Friday, May 22, 2026
Saint Petersburg Gas Leak: What We Know So Far
A gas leak at 300 8 Av NE-SP prompted a major fire response in Saint Petersburg, with no additional details yet confirmed publicly.
Friday, May 22, 2026
Gas Leak Prompts Major Emergency Response at 300 8 Av Ne-Sp in Saint Petersburg
Emergency responders are on scene at a gas leak incident at 300 8 Av Ne-Sp in Saint Petersburg, Florida, reported at 9:13 PM.
Friday, May 22, 2026
Gas Leak Prompts Major Response to 300 8 Av Ne-Sp in Saint Petersburg
Emergency crews responded to a confirmed gas leak at 300 8 Av Ne-Sp in Saint Petersburg on Wednesday night.
Friday, May 22, 2026
South Pasadena Fire Department Celebrates Firefighter Bill Potter's Retirement After 18 Years
Firefighter Bill Potter retired from the South Pasadena Fire Department this week after 18 years of dedicated service to the Pinellas County community.
Friday, May 22, 2026
St. Petersburg Medical Emergency: What We Know So Far
A large St. Petersburg emergency response drew multiple units late Sunday, but officials have not yet released details on the cause, patient condition or outcome.
Friday, May 22, 2026
Saint Petersburg Medical Response: What We Know So Far
A multi-unit emergency response in Saint Petersburg remains unexplained, with no public details yet on the patient’s condition, cause or outcome.
Friday, May 22, 2026
St. Petersburg Medical Emergency: What We Know So Far
Seven emergency units responded to a medical call in St. Petersburg, but officials have not released details on the patient, cause or outcome.
Friday, May 22, 2026
Eighth Emergency Unit Dispatched to Saint Petersburg Medical Emergency
An eighth emergency unit has been dispatched to a medical emergency in Saint Petersburg, according to an updated dispatch report.
Friday, May 22, 2026
Medical Emergency Draws Seven Units to Saint Petersburg
Seven emergency units responded to a medical emergency in Saint Petersburg late Monday evening, June 8, 2026.
Friday, May 22, 2026
Saint Petersburg Medical Emergency: What We Know So Far
A medical emergency at Eckerd College drew fire-rescue and police response Sunday evening, but no additional public details have been released yet.
Friday, May 22, 2026
Saint Petersburg Medical Emergency: What We Know So Far
Emergency crews responded to a medical call at Eckerd College in Saint Petersburg, but officials have not yet released details on the patient’s condition or cause.
Friday, May 22, 2026
Eckerd College Campus Police Respond to Medical Emergency in Saint Petersburg
Emergency responders dispatched to medical emergency in Saint Petersburg on Sunday, June 7, 2026, at 8:01 PM.
Friday, May 22, 2026
Medical Emergency Prompts Eckerd College Campus Police Response in Saint Petersburg
Eckerd College Campus Police responded to a medical emergency in Saint Petersburg, Florida, Sunday evening at 8:01 PM.
Friday, May 22, 2026
Pinellas County Medical Emergency: What We Know So Far
A medical emergency in Pinellas County drew a limited emergency response late Thursday, with dispatch records showing repeated calls at the same address and no confirmed details yet on the patient’s condition.
Friday, May 22, 2026
Medical Emergency Draws Three Units to Pinellas County
A medical emergency in Pinellas County on Friday night drew three emergency units to an unspecified location.
Friday, May 22, 2026
Medical Emergency Draws Multiple Units to Pinellas County
Emergency responders were dispatched to a medical emergency in Pinellas County, Florida, on Friday, June 5, 2026.
Friday, May 22, 2026
Gulfport Eases Permit Rules for Small Home Projects Starting July 1
Starting July 1, Gulfport homeowners can skip permits for non-structural home projects under $7,500, though electrical and plumbing work still requires approval.
Friday, May 22, 2026
St. Petersburg Vehicle Blaze: What We Know So Far
A vehicle fire in St. Petersburg drew an Engine 8 response late Sunday, and officials had not yet released details on injuries or cause.
Friday, May 22, 2026
Vehicle Fire Reported at 650 29 Av S in Saint Petersburg
A vehicle fire was reported at 650 29 Av S in Saint Petersburg, drawing a single unit response from Eckerd College Campus Police.
Friday, May 22, 2026
Pinellas County Gains Flexibility in Federal Beach Nourishment Funding
Pinellas County secured new federal funding options for beach nourishment after signing an amended agreement with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, removing restrictions on easement requirements.
Friday, May 22, 2026