HIV positive man sexually batters 8-year-old boy; child tests positive for disease: PCSO
The Pinellas County Sheriff's Office is investigating the sexual battery of a young boy.
Lightning likely sparks Clearwater house fire
It appears mother nature played a role in a house fire on Saturday morning in Clearwater.
Moped rider thrown over U.S. 19 retaining wall in Clearwater crash, seriously injured: First responders
A moped rider was seriously injured after hitting a retaining wall on U.S. 19 in Clearwater on Friday, officers said.
Woman hospitalized, pet reportedly missing after fire at Clearwater mobile home
A woman is hospitalized and a pet is reportedly missing after crews battled a fire that severely damaged a mobile home early Thursday, according to Clearwater Fire Rescue.
Driving on Clearwater Beach leads to DUI arrest
Early Tuesday morning, Clearwater Police observed something that was not supposed to be happening on Clearwater Beach. A Nissan sedan was driving along the sand in the area near 7 Rockaway Street.
'Tampa Bay Connections' aimed at combating loneliness
Three Tampa Bay area mayors are coming together in support of a new initiative aimed at reducing loneliness – something organizers call a "growing public health crisis."
Fire severely damages mobile home in Clearwater: CFR
A mobile home in Clearwater was severely damaged after a fire broke out on Sunday afternoon, according to Clearwater Fire Rescue.
Girl with autism found by Clearwater officer on jagged rocks near water at Clearwater Pass
A Clearwater police officer made an important rescue earlier this month when he found an autistic and non-verbal girl in a dangerous spot on some jagged rocks near the water at Clearwater pass.
Clearwater woman accused of beating puppy, dousing with pickle juice and hot sauce
A Clearwater woman is accused of choking, beating and dousing her 5-month-old puppy with pickle juice and hot sauce, officers said.
Duke Energy claims it would cost $1 billion for Clearwater to drop utility company, mayor responds
Duke Energy is amping up its fight to stay plugged in as the main utility provider for all residents and businesses in the City of Clearwater. On Monday, the company unexpectedly released a study which found that it would cost the city between $1.13 billion and $1.52 billion – depending on timing and other factors – to take over Duke’s equipment and form a municipal-run utility.
Clearwater woman selling 'Star Wars,' 'Star Trek' collections
Liz Kosmas wanted all the "Star Trek" and "Star Wars" collectibles she could find. She loved building a big collection when she was 22 – but now, at 57, there's not enough room after moving into a one-bedroom apartment in Clearwater.
Church of Scientology withdraws request to buy Clearwater street
The Church of Scientology has pulled its application to buy a street in downtown Clearwater, Mayor Bruce Rector confirmed to FOX 13 hours ahead of a planned vote on Thursday.
Grassroots group hopes to save Stevenson Creek from development
A grassroots group is in opposition to the construction of a 9-slip dock along the Stevenson Creek. The 3.2-mile creek, part of the Pinellas County Aquatic Preserve, empties out to the Intercoastal.
Clearwater condo residents return days after structural crack forced evacuation
Several days after residents were urgently evacuated from a 12-story condominium building in Clearwater, much of the building has reopened with some restrictions still in place.
Church of Scientology makes rare appearance during Clearwater meeting on closing downtown street
It was one of the first times the public has heard directly from the Church of Scientology, and it came during the latest crossroads with the City of Clearwater.
1 hurt after shots fired into crowd, Clearwater police searching for suspect
Clearwater police are searching for whoever fired shots into a crowd, leaving one person hurt.
Clearwater condo residents grab belongings amid concerns over building’s structural integrity
Clearwater condo residents briefly returned to their building to grab belongings Saturday, as work to address concerns about the building’s structural integrity continue.
Clearwater Ferry crash: Injured passenger sues Jeffry Knight, claims he made negligent mistakes
The driver of the boat that crashed into the Clearwater Ferry is facing a new lawsuit from a ferry passenger.
9 displaced after fire at Clearwater home
Firefighters battled an early morning fire that forced nine people out of their home, according to Clearwater Fire Rescue.
Clearwater grassroots group presents counter-proposal to Church of Scientology buying downtown street
A grassroots group is presenting a counter-proposal to the Church of Scientology's offer to purchase a street in Downtown Clearwater.

















