Beacon Obituaries
Marcia is survived by her children, Margaret Watkinson (Chris), Brayton Holt, Dianne Grygas (Larry), Leon Aronowitz (Carol) and Larry Aronowitz. She also leaves behind nine grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren.
‘Tis the Season for Your Pinellas Holiday Things To Do Guide
Tis the season! Take a look through this Pinellas holiday things to do guide to find all the holiday fun this year.
Unlock the Best Black Friday Deals Without Breaking the Bank
Learn how to shop like a pro this Black Friday with smart strategies and tips to snag the best deals while avoiding overspending.
Happy 100th, Gandy Bridge and Coliseum: A Century of Driving Across the Bay and Dancing
November 20 marks the 100th anniversary of the opening of the original Gandy Bridge, and the Coliseum in St. Petersburg.
Sarasota area waterfront restaurant 'permanently closed' after Hurricane Milton damage
While many waterfront restaurants in Sarasota and Bradenton reopen after Hurricane Milton and Helene damage, this one has "permanently closed."
'I played the right way': Outtakes from Pete Rose's final exclusive interview
A few of the outtakes from the Enquirer's exclusive two-hour interview with Pete Rose at his Las Vegas condo building this season, his last sit-down interview. “When I managed the Reds I never ...
Changes ahead for Medicare enrollment in 2025
Beginning in 2025, a new approach will replace previous Medicare Part D phases, including the elimination of the “donut hole” and a new limit of $2,000 per year for out-of-pocket Part D drug spending. Here’s how the phases will work:
Opinion: Pete Rose knew the Baseball Hall of Fame question would surface when he died
Pete Rose found the subject a bit morbid, and was uncomfortable talking about it publicly, but never was afraid to address it. Rose always knew that question would be heard clear ‘round the ...
Anna Paulina Luna locked in dead heat against challenger Whitney Fox in high-profile CD 13 contest
Republican U.S. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna is locked in an exact tie with Democratic challenger Whitney Fox in the high-profile race for Florida’s 13th Congressional District, according to a recent survey from St. Pete Polls.
Top things to do in the Tampa Bay area Oct. 23-30
From pop superstar Sabrina Carpenter to Halloween parades and parties, the week is filled with top artists and festivals.
Early signs that foreign adversaries are amplifying hurricane misinformation
U.S. officials have sought to combat storm-related misinformation but have so far stopped short of saying foreign adversaries are to blame.
City of St. Petersburg using private haulers to help make 90-day debris deadline
The City of St. Petersburg is turning to private contractors to help make a critical deadline to get all the hurricane debris picked up.
With Tropicana Field damaged by Hurricane Milton, where will the Rays play in 2025?
The best course of action might be to temporarily relocate to Clearwater or another spring training park until the roof can be fixed.
Montreal’s Olympic Stadium Ruled Out As Possible Temporary Home For Rays
The Rays are uncertain about where they'll play in 2025 after Hurricane Milton damaged the Tropicana Field roof. One option
A requiem for debris | Column
Debris. Politicians and TV hosts and writers have uttered that word so often it starts to lose meaning. When Milton announced its intentions not two weeks after Helene, we all thought the debris would reanimate as catastrophic projectiles. Live oaks were uprooted left and right in Milton’s winds, but much of the debris confoundingly stayed put.
How Anna Paulina Luna’s spent her first term in Congress
Luna also made history during her first term. She became the 12th member in the near-quarter-millennium history of the U.S. House to give birth while in office. While recuperating, she was out for days and missed 137 House votes.
Comfort stations to close in St. Pete as focus shifts to debris removal and Milton recovery
City crews 'have been doing multiple citywide sweeps to clear the debris as quickly, safely, and efficiently as possible.'
Florida polling average: president, Senate, abortion and marijuana
Here are the latest Florida polls for the 2024 general election races for U.S. president, U.S. senator, Amendment 3 to legalize recreational marijuana and Amendment 4 to protect abortion access.
St. Pete Police investigating after 54-year-old man was found dead inside home
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla — Police are investigating a suspicious death in St. Petersburg after a man was found dead inside his home. The St. Petersburg Police Department (SPPD) said the man was found around 3:45 p.m. on Thursday in a home in the 3000 block of 51st Avenue South.
Hurricane Milton: The people helping restore USF campus operations
From supporting students and employees, to protecting and repairing facilities, the University of South Florida has resumed campus operations thanks to hundreds of dedicated people who worked around the clock as Hurricane Milton moved across Tampa Bay and the state of Florida.
George Floyd's Uncle Says Policing Issues Sidelined by 'Distractions'
George Floyd's family has spoken out about policing issues in Phoenix, Arizona, following the case of Tyron McAlpin.
St. Pete Fire Rescue working to stop 2-alarm fire at facility
St. Pete Fire Rescue said they are working on a two-alarm debris fire at a facility in St. Pete on Thursday afternoon.
Here's where you can find FEMA Disaster Recovery Centers in the Bay Area
FEMA has opened several Disaster Recovery Centers in Florida offering help for anyone in need of assistance in the aftermath of hurricanes Debby, Helene and Milton.
St. Pete local shops sustain damage from Hurricane Milton
It's not just residents who are recovering from Hurricanes Milton and Helene, local business owners are also fighting to make a comeback.
It’s officially Halloween season, and Tampa Bay has lots of treats
There’s haunted trails in the woods, elaborate costume parties and more to choose from as Halloween approaches in Tampa Bay.
Hurricane Milton by the numbers: what made this hurricane so historic
Hurricane Milton struck the Florida coastline with a central barometric pressure of 954 mb. To put that into historical context, it tied for 69th place. There have been 73 other hurricanes that struck with the same or higher intensity (lower pressure = stronger storm). pic.twitter.com/9qNAqKWXff
Peter Schorsch: Why I urge you to vote for Torrie Jasuwan
This race pits incumbent Republican U.S. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna against first-time candidate and Democrat Whitney Fox. It would be a waste of my endorsement to weigh in here — the GOP has a solid advantage in the Pinellas County-based district and Fox is facing an R+6 electorate.
In St. Petersburg, Democrats discuss property insurance, climate change, FEMA
Although more than 717,000 Floridians have already voted by mail ahead of the Nov. 5 general election, it’s hardly a normal time for candidates to engage in traditional campaign tactics, as much of the state remains in recovery mode following Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
2 dead in Tuesday evening crash in St. Petersburg
St. Petersburg Police said two people died when a Honda CR-V collided with a tow truck on 5th Avenue South Tuesday evening.
Tulsa native 'not surprised one bit' by community support after Helene
TULSA, Okla. — For the last six years, KariAnn Molloy called St. Pete's Beach in Florida home. But she was born and raised in Tulsa. The day before Hurricane Helene made landfall, Molloy headed north to get out of the path. Nothing prepared her for how she found her home when she returned home two days later.
4 lessons Hurricane Milton taught Tampa Bay
With Milton almost one week in the rearview mirror, its lessons are coming into focus. Here are four. Ahead of Hurricane Milton, Tampa Mayor Jane Castor was as blunt as she’s ever been. “If you choose to stay in one of those evacuation areas, you’re going to die,” she told a CNN anchor in comments that quickly went viral.
City bus hits pedestrian in St. Petersburg, police say
A St. Petersburg city bus hit a pedestrian late Tuesday morning. St. Pete Police said the accident happened at 22nd Avenue near Tyrone Square Mall.
Officials open free fuel distribution sites across the Tampa Bay area
State officials have opened free public fuel distribution sites in three counties to support residents affected by gas shortages.
President Biden tours hurricane-stricken Florida, announces $600M in storm relief
On Sunday, President Joe Biden toured areas of Florida ravaged by the back-to-back hurricanes and announced $600+ million in aid for areas affected by Hurricanes Milton and Helene. Florida officials h
St. Pete lifts boil water notice put in place during Hurricane Milton
The City of St. Petersburg has lifted a precautionary boil water notice that went into effect during Hurricane Milton.
Floridians return home to clean up from 2 hurricanes, with gas and power in short supply
Hampered by roads blocked by fallen trees and flooding, fuel suppliers and power companies are working to get the infrastructure of daily life back up and running