Tsunami strikes Clearwater Beach, but it's not what you might think: Here's what to know
An unexpected culprit toppled beach chairs along the sand at normally calm Clearwater Beach, Florida, last Wednesday. West Coast surfers might snicker at the cause, but the National Weather Service confirms the rare 4-foot (1.2 meter) wave was caused by a kind of tsunami, just not the kind you usually hear about.
An unexpected culprit toppled beach chairs along the sand at normally calm Clearwater Beach, Florida, last Wednesday. West Coast surfers might snicker at the cause, but the National Weather Service confirms the rare 4-foot (1.2 meter) wave was caused by a kind of tsunami, just not the kind you usually hear about.
CMA dolphin death investigations finds staff did nothing wrong
The Clearwater Marine Aquarium shared a report Thursday, detailing the results of an independent investigation into the deaths of four dolphins in 19 months.
The Clearwater Marine Aquarium shared a report Thursday, detailing the results of an independent investigation into the deaths of four dolphins in 19 months.
Alcohol may have played role in fiery Clearwater crash that injured 1, police say
A 24-year-old suffered life-threatening injuries in an early morning crash along U.S. 19 on Wednesday.
A 24-year-old suffered life-threatening injuries in an early morning crash along U.S. 19 on Wednesday.
Clearwater Public Library offering exhibit that features artwork from Cuba
Unless you lived there, the beauty of Cuba is lost to most Americans.
Unless you lived there, the beauty of Cuba is lost to most Americans.
Threshers' Justin Crawford following in father's footsteps
Justin Crawford has vivid memories of his father, four-time MLB all-star Carl Crawford, wowing fans at Tropicana Field.
Justin Crawford has vivid memories of his father, four-time MLB all-star Carl Crawford, wowing fans at Tropicana Field.
Cold case cracked: Miami murder victim identified as missing Clearwater man who vanished in 1980
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office says it has closed the case of a missing Clearwater man who vanished on his way to Miami in 1980.
The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office says it has closed the case of a missing Clearwater man who vanished on his way to Miami in 1980.
Lifeguards train next generation in Clearwater
Training is underway for future lifeguards in Clearwater.
Training is underway for future lifeguards in Clearwater.
The Sound undergoes sound check ahead of grand opening
With just two weeks before opening night, crews will spend most of Tuesday completing final audio checks for the sound system of Coachman Park's new music venue called "The Sound."
With just two weeks before opening night, crews will spend most of Tuesday completing final audio checks for the sound system of Coachman Park's new music venue called "The Sound."
Clearwater Marine Aquarium's Apollo the dolphin dies, marking 5th death in the last 19 months
The staff at Clearwater Marine Aquarium is grieving the loss of another dolphin.
The staff at Clearwater Marine Aquarium is grieving the loss of another dolphin.
Clearwater to vote on smoking, vaping ban at beaches and parks
Clearwater city leaders are expected to vote on the second reading of an ordinance Thursday afternoon banning cigarettes and vaping at city beaches and parks.
Clearwater city leaders are expected to vote on the second reading of an ordinance Thursday afternoon banning cigarettes and vaping at city beaches and parks.
Palm Harbor man wins $1 million from scratch-off
The Florida Lottery announced that 50-year-old Gregory Alexopoulos claimed the $1 million prize from the 500X THE CASH Scratch-Off game on Wednesday.
The Florida Lottery announced that 50-year-old Gregory Alexopoulos claimed the $1 million prize from the 500X THE CASH Scratch-Off game on Wednesday.
Community gathers to remember service members at Crest Lake Park
The community gathered at Crest Lake Park in Clearwater to honor and remember service members who have given the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
The community gathered at Crest Lake Park in Clearwater to honor and remember service members who have given the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
Elderly Clearwater couple unable to leave condo after elevator breaks: 'We can't do anything'
An elderly couple says they can’t get out of their Clearwater condo for doctors’ appointments because a broken elevator.
An elderly couple says they can’t get out of their Clearwater condo for doctors’ appointments because a broken elevator.
Watch: Five-foot boa constrictor corralled by Clearwater officer: 'All in a day's work'
An officer in Clearwater apprehended a slithering suspect early Monday morning.
An officer in Clearwater apprehended a slithering suspect early Monday morning.
Fire in Clearwater leaves five people without a home
At 5:30 on Sunday morning, Clearwater Fire & Rescue responded to a house fire at 1000 Carlton St.
At 5:30 on Sunday morning, Clearwater Fire & Rescue responded to a house fire at 1000 Carlton St.
Former EMT helps law enforcement community with mental health initiative
The Peacekeeper Initiative helps first responders and veterans dealing with PTSD and other behavioral health issues.
The Peacekeeper Initiative helps first responders and veterans dealing with PTSD and other behavioral health issues.
Clearwater Threshers pitcher from Italy chases all-American dream
Growing up, if someone referenced a ''pitch'' to Samuel Aldegheri, they most likely weren't talking about the type of pitching the 21-year-old lefty is used to.
Growing up, if someone referenced a ''pitch'' to Samuel Aldegheri, they most likely weren't talking about the type of pitching the 21-year-old lefty is used to.
500,000 gallons of raw sewage spills from Clearwater wastewater treatment plant
Hundreds of thousands of raw sewage spilled from a wastewater treatment plant in Clearwater, causing public utilities to monitor a nearby creek for changes.
Hundreds of thousands of raw sewage spilled from a wastewater treatment plant in Clearwater, causing public utilities to monitor a nearby creek for changes.
Clearwater paramedics fired after declaring man dead who was still alive
Almost three months ago, Thomas Maxwell was declared dead by Clearwater paramedics – but he wasn't. Now, the two first responders who were initially placed on administrative duty have been fired.
Almost three months ago, Thomas Maxwell was declared dead by Clearwater paramedics – but he wasn't. Now, the two first responders who were initially placed on administrative duty have been fired.
Regional resiliency summit kicks off with leaders hoping to better prepare for hurricane season
Hurricane season is just four weeks away, and Thursday, local and state leaders discussed stronger ways to prepare as a region at the Tampa Bay Regional Resiliency Leadership Summit.
Hurricane season is just four weeks away, and Thursday, local and state leaders discussed stronger ways to prepare as a region at the Tampa Bay Regional Resiliency Leadership Summit.