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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Family and friends of professional wrestling icon Hulk Hogan will say their final goodbyes Tuesday at a private funeral service in Clearwater.
Jeff Knight pleads not guilty in deadly Clearwater Ferry crash
The Pinellas County businessman who is accused of crashing into the Clearwater Ferry in April, killing one person and injuring several others, has officially pleaded not guilty.
The Pinellas County businessman who is accused of crashing into the Clearwater Ferry in April, killing one person and injuring several others, has officially pleaded not guilty.
Cat rescued from hot car on Clearwater Beach: Police
A cat in Clearwater Beach may have used one of its nine lives after police say its owner left it locked in a closed hot car.
A cat in Clearwater Beach may have used one of its nine lives after police say its owner left it locked in a closed hot car.
Funeral service announced for police sergeant who suffered medical emergency while on duty
Funeral arrangements were announced on Sunday for Sergeant Greg Graff.
Funeral arrangements were announced on Sunday for Sergeant Greg Graff.
Clearwater Ferry crash: Here's what led to Jeffry Knight’s arrest months after deadly boat strike
The Coast Guard and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission have been investigating the deadly Clearwater Ferry crash for three months and charged 62-year-old Pinellas County businessman Jeffry Knight and the Clearwater Ferry captain in connection with the incident.
The Coast Guard and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission have been investigating the deadly Clearwater Ferry crash for three months and charged 62-year-old Pinellas County businessman Jeffry Knight and the Clearwater Ferry captain in connection with the incident.
Lightning strike sets Clearwater home on fire: CFR
A lightning strike set the roof of a Clearwater home on fire Friday night, according to fire crews.
A lightning strike set the roof of a Clearwater home on fire Friday night, according to fire crews.
Hulk Hogan dead after medical emergency at Clearwater Beach home
Hulk Hogan, one of professional wrestling’s most recognizable and influential figures, died Thursday morning following a cardiac arrest at his Clearwater Beach home. He was 71.
Hulk Hogan, one of professional wrestling’s most recognizable and influential figures, died Thursday morning following a cardiac arrest at his Clearwater Beach home. He was 71.
World reacts to Hulk Hogan's death
Hulk Hogan’s death on Thursday hit wrestlers, wrestling fans and Bay Area residents hard and it wasn’t long before tributes came pouring in honoring the life of the legendary wrestler.
Hulk Hogan’s death on Thursday hit wrestlers, wrestling fans and Bay Area residents hard and it wasn’t long before tributes came pouring in honoring the life of the legendary wrestler.
Hulk Hogan's legacy stretches outside of the ring
Wrestlers across the country are remembering a legend of the industry.
Wrestlers across the country are remembering a legend of the industry.


















