Deputies: 2 dead after taking 'joyride' after leaving Bartow bar - Saint Petersburg news - NewsLocker (2024)

The crash happened Saturday night.

Deputies: Boat crash hospitalizes 2 of 3 passengers near Egmont Key

The crash was reported around 1:08 p.m. Saturday, according to law enforcement. Two of the passengers have been sent to the hospital.

Forest Service: River Ranch Complex Fire injures 2 firefighters still holding at 4,500 acres

Most of the fire near the River Ranch Complex is still confined to the hunting portion of the area, according to the Florida Forest Service.

Aircraft runs off runway trying to takeoff after losing power in Zephyrhills, police say

The incident happened Saturday morning.

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St. Pete City Council approves plan to revitalize Tangerine Plaza

The Sugar Hill Group is aiming to bring at least 115 affordable housing units and 10,000 square feet of retail space, which must include a grocer.

New Florida law set to dissolve Citizens Review Board for Tampa Police Department

City leaders say the law would go into effect on July 1st.

Pinellas deputies arrest Largo couple after 17-month-old dies from oxycodone overdose

Adela and Kyle Allen were arrested after Pinellas County deputies found their 17-month-old child dead from an overdose last year in March.

Hemp advocates call on DeSantis to veto restrictions as bill moves to his desk

After the bill was green-lit by the legislature, hemp advocates, users and businesses have called on the governor to veto the restrictions, fearing its impact.

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Deputies: 47-year-old man found dead in Tampa, homicide investigation underway

Deputies said they found the man early Tuesday morning in a ditch near East Chelsea Street and Racheal Falls Drive.

Nonprofit Dogs Inc. searching for 'puppy raisers'

Dogs Inc., formerly known as Southeastern Guide Dogs, needs more puppy raisers to meet the demand for guide, service and skilled companion dogs.

City attorney says Madeira Beach Caddy's owns sand to median high water line

In emails obtained by 10 Tampa Bay, the city attorney told the city commission that Caddy's owns the sand in front of its restaurant.

City of Tampa: You will see an increase in your solid waste bill later this year

The city says the increased rates would help with the rising costs of maintaining solid waste services and other operational costs.

Deputies: Man arrested on DUI charges after crash that killed child, seriously injured 2

The driver crossed the center lane and hit a car going the opposite way.

Charges dropped against Lakeland teen whose viral video confrontation with police raised police brutality allegations

The teen's violent arrest happened at a Memorial Day pool party and sparked protests.

Florida saw its hottest May in history as Tampa Bay broke heat records

More than half the days in May reached 90 degrees or higher.

Police: Man hit by car while crossing the street near Sunshine Skyway Bridge in St. Petersburg

The driver who hit the 83-year-old remained on the scene and is cooperating with police, authorities said.

Hillsborough County to treat mosquitos by air Friday

The county’s Mosquito Management Services will dispel insecticide on June 7 in several areas across the county.

Why is there a helicopter 50 feet from your house? It's just routine inspection

You're not seeing things — a helicopter will be flying low over the Tampa area to inspect power lines.

This man put a GPS tracker in his recycling. Here’s where it ended up.

A Del Mar man bought a GPS device, taped it to a plastic bottle and within a few hours, watched its journey to a landfill.

Deputies: Former Busch Gardens employee charged with sexual battery of an 8-year-old

The sheriff's office is asking anyone else who may have been victimized to come forward.

'Go get the bodycam': Demands for justice continue after charges dropped against Lakeland teen punched, tasered by officers

16-year-old Jahmal Hudson was charged with three crimes, including two felony violent resisting arrest charges. 10 Tampa Bay confirmed they will be dropped.

Charges dropped against Lakeland teen punched, tasered by officers. Demands for justice remain

16-year-old Jahmal Hudson was charged with three crimes, including two felony violent resisting arrest charges. 10 Tampa Bay confirmed they will be dropped.

Crews battle multiple brush fires in Polk County

The fire in the River Ranch area has reportedly burned through 4,500 acres.

Child killed, 2 people seriously hurt in Auburndale DUI crash, deputies say

One person was arrested on multiple DUI charges.

Popular Tampa pool remains closed as Parks and Rec leaders offer short-term solutions

Neighbors in Sulphur Springs believe the issues should have been addressed sooner.

'It's important to remember': Tampa man researching Floridians who died on D-Day

Alfred Goldberg, the son of a WWII veteran, has found records of 20 Floridians who died during the D-Day invasion, four from Hillsborough County.

Ringling Museum partners with senior care center for art program and exhibition to raise awareness for Alzheimer's

Forty seniors, some experiencing a form of cognitive impairment, were part of a 6-week art series to create and interpret art using different mediums

Pinellas County Health officials providing free Narcan for Revive Awareness Day

You can get it mailed to your home or pick one up at a county health department location.

Oversight group gets firsthand look at how school tax dollars are used in Pinellas County

The school district is gearing up to ask voters for an increase to the budget-supplementing special property tax this November.

Dozens of Hillsborough school resource deputies take part in active shooter training

The training addresses new rules signed into law by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.