Clearwater police: NY driver who caused Gulf-to-Bay crash had blood-alcohol level of 0.371
Clearwater police said the driver had a blood-alcohol level of 0.371 after crashing into guidewires and snapping a utility pole in half. The crash led to a total shutdown of Gulf-to-Bay during the afternoon rush hour.
Clearwater police said the driver had a blood-alcohol level of 0.371 after crashing into guidewires and snapping a utility pole in half. The crash led to a total shutdown of Gulf-to-Bay during the afternoon rush hour.
'I-4 bandit' arrested again after robbing Clearwater bank, police say
Clearwater police say 55-year-old David Marc Ratcliff served time in federal prison after being convicted of armed bank robbery in the late 1990s. He was suspected of as many as 19 bank robberies along and near the Interstate 4 corridor two decades ago, earning him the nickname "the I-4 bandit."
Clearwater police say 55-year-old David Marc Ratcliff served time in federal prison after being convicted of armed bank robbery in the late 1990s. He was suspected of as many as 19 bank robberies along and near the Interstate 4 corridor two decades ago, earning him the nickname "the I-4 bandit."
Clearwater police searching for suspect in fatal shooting
The Clearwater Police Department is asking for help locating Amani Jackson, who they say shot and killed Alex Walker, 22, on Saturday afternoon.
The Clearwater Police Department is asking for help locating Amani Jackson, who they say shot and killed Alex Walker, 22, on Saturday afternoon.
Clearwater police investigating fatal shooting
An adult male was shot and killed in Clearwater Saturday afternoon, according to police.
An adult male was shot and killed in Clearwater Saturday afternoon, according to police.
Turkey Trotters thankful for Clearwater event's in-person return
In it’s 42nd year, Clearwater's annual race welcomed back participants to an in-person event after the COVID-19 pandemic forced organizers to go virtual in 2020.
In it’s 42nd year, Clearwater's annual race welcomed back participants to an in-person event after the COVID-19 pandemic forced organizers to go virtual in 2020.
Boat captains, volunteers, business owners hold holiday fish fry for those in need
The night before Thanksgiving, a group of boat captains and volunteers shared their gifts from the sea, feeding bellies and souls of more than 150 people in need.
The night before Thanksgiving, a group of boat captains and volunteers shared their gifts from the sea, feeding bellies and souls of more than 150 people in need.
Clearwater Marine Aquarium prepares for weekend of Winter tributes
Preps are underway to celebrate the life of Winter the dolphin. This weekend, Clearwater Marine Aquarium is holding private memorials while inviting the public to stop by and share memories of the world-famous dolphin who died last Thursday.
Preps are underway to celebrate the life of Winter the dolphin. This weekend, Clearwater Marine Aquarium is holding private memorials while inviting the public to stop by and share memories of the world-famous dolphin who died last Thursday.
Clearwater walking tour highlights city’s art
Art is bountiful throughout the city of Clearwater, but it’s not always easy to spot.
Art is bountiful throughout the city of Clearwater, but it’s not always easy to spot.
Naked Clearwater man tried to kill woman along Brevard highway, deputies say
Deputies in Brevard County say a naked Clearwater man was arrested for beating and choking a woman that he’d just hit with his car Thursday afternoon.
Deputies in Brevard County say a naked Clearwater man was arrested for beating and choking a woman that he’d just hit with his car Thursday afternoon.
Body found at Countryside Community Park in Clearwater
Deputies say a body was found near the Countryside Recreation Center in Clearwater this morning.
Deputies say a body was found near the Countryside Recreation Center in Clearwater this morning.
How you can say goodbye to Winter the dolphin: CMA outlines memorial plan
The Clearwater Marine Aquarium says there will be several events, both public and private, for fans to say goodbye to Winter the dolphin, the inspiration behind ‘Dolphin Tale.’
The Clearwater Marine Aquarium says there will be several events, both public and private, for fans to say goodbye to Winter the dolphin, the inspiration behind ‘Dolphin Tale.’
‘We did everything we could’: Winter the Dolphin died from intestinal torsion, vets say
Winter the Dolphin died from intestinal torsion, or a twisting of the intestines, according to veterinarians at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium.
Winter the Dolphin died from intestinal torsion, or a twisting of the intestines, according to veterinarians at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium.
Boston bombing survivor with prosthetic leg shared special bond with Winter the dolphin
Stories are pouring in from around the world as people share their deep, personal connections to Winter the dolphin. Her death hits especially close to home for a survivor of the Boston Marathon bombing whose prosthetic leg was made by the same company that designed Winter's prosthetic fin.
Stories are pouring in from around the world as people share their deep, personal connections to Winter the dolphin. Her death hits especially close to home for a survivor of the Boston Marathon bombing whose prosthetic leg was made by the same company that designed Winter's prosthetic fin.
'Her legacy will live on': Memorial being planned after Winter the dolphin dies
Winter the dolphin died in the arms of her caretakers at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium. The facility will be closed Friday to allow time for the "devastated" staff to grieve, but the aquarium's director says fans will get a chance to say goodbye, too.
Winter the dolphin died in the arms of her caretakers at the Clearwater Marine Aquarium. The facility will be closed Friday to allow time for the "devastated" staff to grieve, but the aquarium's director says fans will get a chance to say goodbye, too.
‘We’ll always carry her legacy with us’: Those inspired by Winter vow to uplift others in her honor
For Jeremiah Mitchell, the inspiration to overcome all obstacles started with a dolphin named Winter.
For Jeremiah Mitchell, the inspiration to overcome all obstacles started with a dolphin named Winter.
Winter the dolphin: Bay Area, 'Dolphin Tale' stars react to death of famous Clearwater aquarium resident
Winter's death led to a strong and emotional reaction from those living in the Bay Area to around the world. “This one little dolphin changed the world. She touched millions & millions of lives."
Winter's death led to a strong and emotional reaction from those living in the Bay Area to around the world. “This one little dolphin changed the world. She touched millions & millions of lives."
Dad returns from 9-month deployment to surprise daughter at elementary school
Fifth-grader Cailani Martinez-Goins recently got the surprise of a lifetime during an assembly at McMullen Booth Elementary School when her father showed up after a nine-month deployment.
Fifth-grader Cailani Martinez-Goins recently got the surprise of a lifetime during an assembly at McMullen Booth Elementary School when her father showed up after a nine-month deployment.
Winter the dolphin dies, leaving legacy of perseverance and inspiration
Winter the dolphin has passed away at the age of 16, after years of inspiring others who have prosthetic limbs like her. Clearwater Marine Aquarium officials say she'd been battling a gastrointestinal infection.
Winter the dolphin has passed away at the age of 16, after years of inspiring others who have prosthetic limbs like her. Clearwater Marine Aquarium officials say she'd been battling a gastrointestinal infection.
'Invisible wounds' continue to plague veterans
The number of veterans experiencing homelessness went up in 2020 after declining in recent years. One local Army veteran, who works to help homeless vets find their purpose, said there aren’t enough resources to rehabilitate people.
The number of veterans experiencing homelessness went up in 2020 after declining in recent years. One local Army veteran, who works to help homeless vets find their purpose, said there aren’t enough resources to rehabilitate people.
'Nothing we will not do': Dolphin experts brought to CMA to treat Winter
Dolphin experts from around the country have come to Clearwater to help treat Winter the dolphin, the star of the 2011 movie "Dolphin Tale." CMA says her condition is still critical as she battles a gastrointestinal infection.
Dolphin experts from around the country have come to Clearwater to help treat Winter the dolphin, the star of the 2011 movie "Dolphin Tale." CMA says her condition is still critical as she battles a gastrointestinal infection.