St Petersburg is thriving and the Catalyst is dedicated to documenting the neighborhoods, districts, politics and social issues that shape our community. This is vital local news. From equity to climate to affordable housing to education, we’re sharing the local St Petersburg news stories that matter to you.
Forward Pinellas will expand from 13 to 19 board members – with St. Petersburg receiving two additional seats – as its director explores creating a regional...
A local entrepreneur is thriving rather than surviving, thanks to a unique business model that allowed her to launch a business, along with a commitment to...
Nearly 170,000 veterans reside in Hillsborough and Pinellas Counties, and Congresswoman Kathy Castor is urging them to enroll in the “most important expansion of healthcare benefits...
A public-private partnership that would support the expansion of the Cross Bay Ferry service to serve southern Hillsborough County to MacDill Air Force Base is no...
An extensive Organizational Culture Assessment details a disconnect between St. Petersburg’s leadership’s goals and what the city’s workforce encounters daily, particularly regarding inclusivity, discipline and promotions....
Nearly every time a major storm hits St. Petersburg, flooding ensues, submerging streets and creating safety hazards, but new funding will help city officials to better...
While concerns surrounding beach renourishment funding nearly derailed Tuesday’s vote, Pinellas County Commissioners approved giving Dali Museum officials $25.16 million for a significant expansion. That was...
In a region where community empowerment and sustainable housing issues are at the forefront, one organization stands tall in transforming lives, one home at a time. Mike...
After spending over two decades as a local registered labor and delivery nurse, Jessica Sites is now using her platform as a social media influencer to...
St. Petersburg mayor Ken Welch announced the results of a city employee Climate Assessment Survey July 28, stating his recommitment to “a positive workplace culture.” The...