Clearwater FL

NEW PORT RICHEY, FLa. — A 24-year-old New Port Richey man was arrested late Wednesday night after allegedly attempting to break into a home with a “Scream” wreath and carrying a fake bloody knife — believing it was Halloween. According to the Pasco County Sheriff’s Office,...

A Florida man has been hit with federal charges after allegedly stealing $7,000 worth of scratch-off lottery tickets from a convenience store — and then returning hours later to the same store to cash them in, according to authorities. Justin Farley, 43, pulled up to a Circle K in...

ST. PETE, Fla. — The Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority is getting ready to launch the largest redesign of its transit system in nearly 40 years. Pinellas County’s public transportation provider has branded the new and improved bus system as the Connected Community Bus Network. The new system is restructuring PSTA’s...

A 59-year-old Florida man, Louis Jules, is accused of murdering two people in Tampa. Allegedly, one of the victims’ cellphones ended up recording the incident, which was then found by the police. As reported by WFLA, the incident occurred on Friday, October 3. At around 11 a.m., Tampa Police...

At Frenchy’s Rockaway Grill in Clearwater Beach, the grouper sandwich steals the spotlight. Freshly caught fish, lightly seasoned and perfectly grilled, is tucked between a soft, toasted bun that balances every bite. The salty ocean breeze and vibrant beach views make each mouthful even more memorable. Locals and...

TAMPA, Fla. - A new federal grant is allowing Moffitt Cancer Center to study a rare and aggressive disease that affects cancer patients, and doctors hope the results will give them the chance for a longer life. The backstory:. Every day is a gift for Heather Curley, and Thursday marked...

Clearwater, Florida residents are exploring whether or not they should cut ties with Duke Energy in favor of a municipal electrical system. The post Clearwater explores becoming the first Florida city in 20 years to run its own power utility appeared first on Creative Loafing Tampa .

Two teen brothers were arrested on Tuesday after a multi-week investigation led to the discovery of firearms in their possession, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.

The Tampa Police Department has released body camera video showing the moments leading up to the death of a man who was hit by a car after being tased while running from officers in downtown Tampa.

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - A 14-year-old Gibbs High School student is showing that anyone can overcome anything that life throws at them. Elizabeth Mathews was paralyzed from the chest down at five years old after a wrong-way car crash. However, her new skill turned into a passion thanks to her therapist.