Annual benefit concert for the Children's Home Network

Musician Bobby Friss joined FOX 13 to highlight his annual benefit concert for the Children's Home Network.

FWC rescues 9.5-foot manatee entangled in rope, crab traps in Clearwater

A manatee that was entangled in rope and crab traps in Clearwater Bay was rescued last week by multiple agencies, including the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission.

Salvation Army hosts largest turkey giveaway in Clearwater ahead of Thanksgiving

The American Farm Bureau Federation reports the price of a Thanksgiving dinner for 10 people is down 4.5%, compared to 2022. But in the Bay Area, the need for food assistance is higher than ever. 

Hulk Hogan's son arrested for DUI in Clearwater: CPD

Hulk Hogan's son, Nicholas Bollea, was arrested by Clearwater Police early Saturday morning, according to officials.

Pinellas County sees decrease in sea turtle nests after Hurricane Idalia

Sea turtle nesting season just wrapped up and while the east coast of Florida reported an increase in nests, parts of the Tampa Bay area, specifically Pinellas County, saw a decrease. 

Israeli family takes refuge in Clearwater after Hamas attacks

A family from Israel is taking refuge in Clearwater in the wake of the Oct. 7th terrorist attacks and as the war in the Gaza Strip escalates.

USF partners with City of Clearwater on ARTours, combining technology and culture

The University of South Florida has partnered with the City of Clearwater on ARTours, a mobile app that takes users on an augmented reality interactive tour.

Teen riding scooter seriously injured in Clearwater crash: First responders

A 16-year-old boy riding a motorized scooter was rushed to the hospital Monday evening after a crash in Clearwater, first responders said. 

Clearwater police officer fired after sexual battery arrest

The Clearwater Police Department announced an officer who was arrested on Tuesday for sexual battery has been fired.

Clearwater police officer arrested for sexually battering tourist after stopping her for jaywalking

A Clearwater police officer was arrested after officials said he stopped a pedestrian and told her he wouldn't cite her for jaywalking or charge her for sexual misconduct in exchange for sexual acts with him.