City of Clearwater moves forward with appraisal process to create city-owned electric utility company
Before the City of Clearwater decided to greenlight the appraisal process to create a city-owned electric utility company, residents voiced their support while Duke Energy employees touted how much they did for the community after last year's hurricanes.
Clearwater council rejects proposal to rename street after Charlie Kirk
At Monday’s Clearwater City Council meeting, Council Member Ryan Cotton proposed renaming Court Street, a two-mile main artery running through downtown, to "Charlie Kirk Way."
Thunder on the water: Offshore Nationals take over Clearwater Beach this weekend
Clearwater Beach will transform into a racing hotspot this weekend as the 2025 XINSURANCE Clearwater Offshore Nationals bring nearly 90 high-powered race boats to the Gulf of Mexico.
Clearwater launches initiative to become first autism certified city in Florida
On Thursday morning, Clearwater community leaders launched an initiative to become the first autism certified city in Florida and the second in the country.
Woman charged with first-degree murder after shooting at Clearwater home: PCSO
The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office says a woman has now been charged with first-degree murder in connection to a man's shooting death on August 19 in Clearwater.
Florida AG touts the arrests of 6 suspects linked to organized crime ring
Six members of an organized crime ring were taken down in Florida, according to the state’s attorney general.
Clearwater's Hassell Florist blooms from generation to generation: ‘We do everything the same'
Hassell Florist is more than a business; it's a Clearwater landmark. The shop has stood on the same corner for 66 years, a testament to its deep roots in the community.
Missing teen last seen in Clearwater found safe
Clearwater police say a missing teen has been found safe after the Florida Department of Law Enforcement put out a statewide alert.
Where is Zachary Bernhardt? 8-year-old at heart of Florida’s longest Amber Alert disappeared 25 years ago
Twenty-five years ago, on September 11, exactly one year before the 9/11 attacks, Leah Hackett told police she tucked her 8-year-old son Zachary Bernhardt into bed, went for a middle-of-the-night swim in the community pool and returned to an empty apartment, sparking Florida’s longest-running Amber Alert.
Clearwater resident can’t keep pet peacock, against city ordinance police say
The fate of a pet peacock is uncertain after Clearwater police say its owners are in violation of a city ordinance by having him.
New Clearwater fire station aims to improve safety, response times
Officials in Clearwater are cutting the ribbon Tuesday on a new fire station, replacing the previous decades-old location with a spacious, high-tech facility.
Pier 60 on Clearwater Beach partially reopens Monday nearly a year after back-to-back hurricanes
This Labor Day marks a milestone for Pier 60 on Clearwater Beach, as a section of the popular pier is back open for the first time in almost a year.
FEMA's new flood maps put parts of Clearwater in flood zone for first time
FEMA has proposed updated flood maps that now include some Clearwater neighborhoods, following unprecedented flooding during Hurricane Helene last year.
9 dogs call St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport home for special guide dog training
Dogs Inc instructor Chelsea Aldrich and her four-legged friend Ralph experienced a typical day of travel at St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport.
Dog rescued from hot car at Sand Key Park in Clearwater, owner arrested
A French bulldog was rescued from a hot car at Sand Key Park in Clearwater over the weekend, according to officers.
Coach arrested after multiple fights break out at youth football game: CPD
A youth football coach from Gainesville has been arrested after multiple fights broke out at a youth football game at the Countryside Sports Complex in Clearwater, according to police.
Clearwater cross guards preparing ahead of first day of school
As parents and their students are grabbing last-minute school supplies and getting ready for the first day of school, school crossing guards are also getting ready.
Hulk Hogan’s daughter didn’t attend his funeral: Here’s what she did instead
Hulk Hogan’s family and friends said goodbye to the iconic wrestler in a private ceremony in Clearwater on Tuesday, but his daughter, Brooke, was reportedly absent.
Pinellas Schools police sergeant who died while on duty honored at funeral
Funeral services were held Tuesday for Pinellas County Schools Police Sgt. Greg Graff, who died last week after suffering a medical emergency while on duty.
Hulk Hogan's funeral set for Tuesday in Clearwater
Family and friends of professional wrestling icon Hulk Hogan will say their final goodbyes Tuesday at a private funeral service in Clearwater.