Duke Energy claims it would cost $1 billion for Clearwater to drop utility company, mayor responds
Duke Energy is amping up its fight to stay plugged in as the main utility provider for all residents and businesses in the City of Clearwater. On Monday, the company unexpectedly released a study which found that it would cost the city between $1.13 billion and $1.52 billion – depending on timing and other factors – to take over Duke’s equipment and form a municipal-run utility.
Duke Energy is amping up its fight to stay plugged in as the main utility provider for all residents and businesses in the City of Clearwater. On Monday, the company unexpectedly released a study which found that it would cost the city between $1.13 billion and $1.52 billion – depending on timing and other factors – to take over Duke’s equipment and form a municipal-run utility.
Clearwater woman selling 'Star Wars,' 'Star Trek' collections
Liz Kosmas wanted all the "Star Trek" and "Star Wars" collectibles she could find. She loved building a big collection when she was 22 – but now, at 57, there's not enough room after moving into a one-bedroom apartment in Clearwater.
Liz Kosmas wanted all the "Star Trek" and "Star Wars" collectibles she could find. She loved building a big collection when she was 22 – but now, at 57, there's not enough room after moving into a one-bedroom apartment in Clearwater.
Church of Scientology withdraws request to buy Clearwater street
The Church of Scientology has pulled its application to buy a street in downtown Clearwater, Mayor Bruce Rector confirmed to FOX 13 hours ahead of a planned vote on Thursday.
The Church of Scientology has pulled its application to buy a street in downtown Clearwater, Mayor Bruce Rector confirmed to FOX 13 hours ahead of a planned vote on Thursday.
Grassroots group hopes to save Stevenson Creek from development
A grassroots group is in opposition to the construction of a 9-slip dock along the Stevenson Creek. The 3.2-mile creek, part of the Pinellas County Aquatic Preserve, empties out to the Intercoastal.
A grassroots group is in opposition to the construction of a 9-slip dock along the Stevenson Creek. The 3.2-mile creek, part of the Pinellas County Aquatic Preserve, empties out to the Intercoastal.
Clearwater condo residents return days after structural crack forced evacuation
Several days after residents were urgently evacuated from a 12-story condominium building in Clearwater, much of the building has reopened with some restrictions still in place.
Several days after residents were urgently evacuated from a 12-story condominium building in Clearwater, much of the building has reopened with some restrictions still in place.
Church of Scientology makes rare appearance during Clearwater meeting on closing downtown street
It was one of the first times the public has heard directly from the Church of Scientology, and it came during the latest crossroads with the City of Clearwater.
It was one of the first times the public has heard directly from the Church of Scientology, and it came during the latest crossroads with the City of Clearwater.
1 hurt after shots fired into crowd, Clearwater police searching for suspect
Clearwater police are searching for whoever fired shots into a crowd, leaving one person hurt.
Clearwater police are searching for whoever fired shots into a crowd, leaving one person hurt.
Clearwater condo residents grab belongings amid concerns over building’s structural integrity
Clearwater condo residents briefly returned to their building to grab belongings Saturday, as work to address concerns about the building’s structural integrity continue.
Clearwater condo residents briefly returned to their building to grab belongings Saturday, as work to address concerns about the building’s structural integrity continue.
Clearwater Ferry crash: Injured passenger sues Jeffry Knight, claims he made negligent mistakes
The driver of the boat that crashed into the Clearwater Ferry is facing a new lawsuit from a ferry passenger.
The driver of the boat that crashed into the Clearwater Ferry is facing a new lawsuit from a ferry passenger.
9 displaced after fire at Clearwater home
Firefighters battled an early morning fire that forced nine people out of their home, according to Clearwater Fire Rescue.
Firefighters battled an early morning fire that forced nine people out of their home, according to Clearwater Fire Rescue.
Clearwater grassroots group presents counter-proposal to Church of Scientology buying downtown street
A grassroots group is presenting a counter-proposal to the Church of Scientology's offer to purchase a street in Downtown Clearwater.
A grassroots group is presenting a counter-proposal to the Church of Scientology's offer to purchase a street in Downtown Clearwater.
Clearwater condo residents could be displaced for days after evacuations ordered
It could be days before residents of a Clearwater Beach condo are allowed back home, according to an email management sent to residents around noon on Wednesday.
It could be days before residents of a Clearwater Beach condo are allowed back home, according to an email management sent to residents around noon on Wednesday.
Clearwater Ferry crash victim sues Jeffry Knight after deadly collision
A Pinellas County school teacher who was onboard the Clearwater Ferry when it was involved in a deadly crash is suing Jeffry Knight, the boater who was operating the vessel that slammed into the back of the ferry.
A Pinellas County school teacher who was onboard the Clearwater Ferry when it was involved in a deadly crash is suing Jeffry Knight, the boater who was operating the vessel that slammed into the back of the ferry.
Evacuations ordered at Clearwater high-rise after structural crack discovered
Dozens of residents were urgently evacuated from a 12-story condominium building on Tuesday after construction workers discovered a growing crack in a support column in the building’s parking garage.
Dozens of residents were urgently evacuated from a 12-story condominium building on Tuesday after construction workers discovered a growing crack in a support column in the building’s parking garage.
First-ever art exhibit brings on new opportunity for pair of local artists
It's a new opportunity for a pair of local artists who are displaying their work at the latest exhibition from the Clearwater Arts Alliance at the Clearwater Main Library.
It's a new opportunity for a pair of local artists who are displaying their work at the latest exhibition from the Clearwater Arts Alliance at the Clearwater Main Library.
Clearwater Ferry passengers refute statements from Jeffry Knight's attorney in aftermath of crash
Attorneys representing some of the passengers onboard the Clearwater Ferry at the time of a deadly boat crash are disputing several claims made by the lawyer for Jeffry Knight, whose boat crashed into the ferry.
Attorneys representing some of the passengers onboard the Clearwater Ferry at the time of a deadly boat crash are disputing several claims made by the lawyer for Jeffry Knight, whose boat crashed into the ferry.
Jose Castro, man killed in Clearwater Ferry Crash laid to rest
Days after a father of two little girls was killed in a ferry crash, loved ones said their final goodbyes to 41-year-old Jose Castro at his funeral in Clearwater.
Days after a father of two little girls was killed in a ferry crash, loved ones said their final goodbyes to 41-year-old Jose Castro at his funeral in Clearwater.
Clearwater Ferry crash: Attorney for boat operator sends 2nd letter, witness statements to investigators
A second letter has been sent to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) by the attorney representing Jeffry Knight, the owner of the boat involved in a deadly boating crash Sunday night.
A second letter has been sent to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) by the attorney representing Jeffry Knight, the owner of the boat involved in a deadly boating crash Sunday night.
AAA offering catalytic converter theft prevention at Clearwater event. Here's what to know
AAA hopes to cut down on catalytic converter thefts, offering drivers a chance on Saturday to protect themselves from thieves.
AAA hopes to cut down on catalytic converter thefts, offering drivers a chance on Saturday to protect themselves from thieves.
Clearwater Ferry crash: Firefighters describe rescue efforts after deadly boating incident
Clearwater firefighters said they were eating dinner at their fire station when they got a call about a crash between a 37-foot recreational boat and the Clearwater Ferry Sunday evening near the Memorial Causeway Bridge.
Clearwater firefighters said they were eating dinner at their fire station when they got a call about a crash between a 37-foot recreational boat and the Clearwater Ferry Sunday evening near the Memorial Causeway Bridge.