INSANE: Clearwater - The Real Truth

These two coastal Florida cities are both great for family holidays – but in very different ways

Miami and St Pete-Clearwater aren’t usually associated with kid-friendly activities, yet Marc Shoffman discovers that they both have undergone surprisingly successful family-focused revamps

The Independent UK · Sep 20

A Florida family listed its 42.57-acre Clearwater Beach estate for $37.5 million; the state now wants about 28 undeveloped acres to expand Caladesi Island State Park

On one of the last large, undeveloped stretches of land near Clearwater Beach, a 42.57-acre family estate has sat on the market for $37.5 million, drawing attention from luxury buyers and conservationists alike. Now, the state of Florida has entered the picture, expressing interest in acquiring roughly 28 acres of…

The Times of India · Sep 2

A Florida clock survived nearly a century outdoors; one clockmaker has now spent about 700 hours restoring its 95-year-old hands, dial and metalwork

In Clearwater, Florida, a remarkable four-faced clock has undergone an impressive restoration, thanks to clockmaker David H. Boyd, who dedicated 700 hours to the project. He skillfully preserved the original dial and hands while integrating new clockworks. This iconic timepiece now proudly graces Cleveland Street again, bridging the city’s rich…

The Times of India · Sep 1

Coast Guard rescues four fishermen who were lost at sea off Florida coast for almost 24 hours after the boat capsized

The four men, aged 90 to 18, were lost at sea for nearly 24 hours after their boat capsized according to reports

The Independent UK · Nov 25, 2025

World Champions Cup Returning in December With PGA Tour Champions Stars

The unique three-team competition missed a year due to hurricanes but returns to Clearwater, Fla., with Jim Furyk, Mike Weir and Darren Clarke as captains.

Sports Illustrated · Oct 8, 2025

Waterfront trail rebranded in memory of wrestling legend Hulk Hogan

The trail will feature workout stations adorned in Hogan's signature red and yellow colours

The Independent UK · Oct 3, 2025

Hulk Hogan died from a heart attack. That’s becoming increasingly rare

The wrestling icon died at age 71 on July 24 at his home in Clearwater, Florida

The Independent UK · Jul 31, 2025

Florida man with HIV admits to raping an 8-year-old boy and passing on virus, cops say

Bobby McAfee, 62, of Clearwater, Florida, was arrested on May 30 and charged with sexual battery, officials said.

The Independent UK · Jun 3, 2025

Footage reveals moment boat crashes into passenger ferry in fatal Clearwater collision

Warning distressing content: ‘911 call takers could hear what they described as ‘horrific screaming’ in the background,’ said Clearwater Police chief Eric Gandy

The Independent UK · Apr 29, 2025

With Hooters on the verge of bankruptcy, a psychologist reflects on her time spent studying the servers who work there

In 1983, six businessmen got together and opened the first Hooters restaurant in Clearwater, Florida. Hooters of America LLC quickly became a restaurant chain success story.

The Conversation · Mar 26, 2025