Welch Concedes as Crist Is Projected to Become the Next Mayor of St. Pete

Charlie Christ wins the St. Petersburg mayoral race

ST. PETERSBURG — Charlie Crist is back in government, this time at the local level following his victory over incumbent Ken Welch Tuesday to become St. Petersburg’s next mayor. The former Republican governor-turned-Democratic U.S. House member won the nonpartisan race easily, 62%-38%. Speaking at his election party in downtown St. Pete, Crist said people came […]

Charlie Crist wins St. Petersburg mayor’s race, calls for unity

Charlie Crist will be St. Petersburg’s next mayor after defeating incumbent Ken Welch with approximately 62% of the vote.  The former Florida governor and U.S. representative celebrated Tuesday night alongside supporters, including former opponents who backed his campaign.  Crist thanked his family, neighbors, and voters and called for a better political climate. “And we’ll do…

'I'm not going anywhere': Mayor Ken Welch loses seat as St. Petersburg Mayor

What started as a night of hope at the Historic Manhattan Casino Event Hall ended in disappointment for Mayor Ken Welch and his supporters.

Welch concedes as Crist is projected to become the next mayor of St. Pete

Mayor Ken Welch said it has been a blessing to lead St. Pete, acknowledged the choice of the voters, and wished the best to his challenger, Charlie Crist.

Welch concedes to Crist in blowout St. Pete mayor’s race

Welch said he left a voicemail for Crist and wished him the best in his administration.

Florida live midterm election results: Charlie Crist wins St. Pete mayoral race

Live election results of Florida midterm 2026 election: St. Pete Mayor. See real-time vote totals, precinct percentages, and contest winners.