St. Petersburg mayor

The city of St. Petersburg is in the process of rewriting its guidelines on how its employees use artificial intelligence. But first, it's asking residents what concerns they have.

Charlie Crist defeated incumbent Ken Welch by nearly 15 points in the primary, but because neither pulled in more than 50% of the vote, the two will face off in the Nov. 3 general election.

Maria Scruggs wants to be St. Petersburg's mayor, and she's going to tell you why. Also, some hockey playoff talk and making a criminal case against artificial intelligence.

City Council member Brandi Gabbard makes her case to be mayor. Then, questions around Florida’s push to redraw political maps and a close call on the tracks raises school bus safety concerns.

WUSF’s Steve Newborn and Colleen Wright with the Tampa Bay Times discuss the latest twists and turns in the ongoing saga of Tropicana Field and the fate of the Rays.

Florida Matters met with the mayor in his St. Pete City Hall office, where he discussed topics including the Rays and Tropicana Field redevelopment.

St. Petersburg officials announced last week the city would raise the base wage for all city employees to $15 an hour beginning April 1.

The incoming mayor honored his history as the son of a former city councilman and as a longtime resident.

The moment is also significant because the incoming mayor was born and raised here and has witnessed the city's growth during his lifetime.

Welch, who is St. Pete's first African American mayor, will be sworn in from home.

Kriseman and host Steve Newborn discuss his legacy including the city's environmental progress and revitalization.

Welch, a third-generation St. Petersburg resident, will be sworn into office on Jan. 6.