Simple solutions proposed for U.S. 19
A task force suggests a simple plan to improve U.S. 19 and make it safer. Since 1996, more than 53 people have died on the highway.
Ulmerton overpasses too costly, DOT says
Agency officials give no estimates for the three structures, but they note one proposed flyover at U.S. 19 and Drew Street could cost $60-million.
$2.1-million set aside for home tie-downs
State funding approved Wednesday will cover about 1,500 mobile homes, but it's unclear whether any of the money will come to Pinellas County.
Planners circling back to 4-way stop in Palm Harbor
Plans for a downtown traffic light, which replaced plans for a roundabout, are on hold as traffic officials hear a plea to leave the intersection alone.
Hospital lease deal wins tentative approval
University Community Hospital takes a major step toward taking over Helen Ellis Memorial; voters make the final decision in a July 11 referendum.
Teacher in drug inquiry resigns
The veteran educator at Tarpon Springs High is alleged to have smoked marijuana with a student, but no charges have been filed.
Alligator remains at large after eating family's dog
Authorities hope a trapper can catch the reptile once conditions are favorable.
Sentimental value fuels quest for missing Bible
The book, containing cherished personal papers, was lost along with a purse that has since been returned.
Referendum is chance to vote for future
Re: City of Clearwater referendum, July 11.
Suspect is arrested in Clearwater stabbing
CLEARWATER -- A stabbing near downtown Clearwater early Tuesday has led to the arrest of a 28-year-old man.
Patriots proudly mark Flag Day, Army's birth
Armed forces members past and present share a cake and sentiments in Seminole. "I'm proud of my flag and of my country," one says.
Area's top juniors set to play in elite state tournament
Junior competitors are making last-minute preparations for the USTA Florida Section Closed Junior Championships that begin Saturday at sites in the Orlando area.
29 motorists accused of speeding on U.S. 19
LARGO -- Using a helicopter, Pinellas County sheriff's deputies nabbed 29 motorists Wednesday for speeding on U.S. 19 between the 66th Street overpass and 126th Avenue.
Tampa Bay headlines
In search of honor in the halls of justice
CPR spares lightning victims
The great lawn coverup
Retired colonel accused of spying
Bay area briefs
UF search awaits word on acting president's ill wife
South Pinellas headlines
Murder at dry cleaner's still unsolved
Developer buys YMCA, envisions condos
Police chief answers his critics on call-in TV
Hillsborough headlines
Brain drain vexes police in Tampa
Hillsborough voter rolls purge felons
2 injured in bicycle accidents
Greco hunts for fireworks funding
News of Florida
Limits may guard Tortugas' waters
Witness: Suspect ordered murder
Gallagher drops bid for seat in Senate
Bush ends emissions tests
Experts call for new push on senior issues
Bush restores Florida A&M law program
Bar celebrates women lawyers who blazed trail
