2026 US Capitol Christmas Tree has been chosen, Clearwater

Multiple arrests after 'teen takeover' at Clearwater Beach

MONDAY AFTERNOON UPDATE: Clearwater Police on Monday issued a news release that said: "Clearwater Police detectives continue to investigate Sunday's shooting on Coronado Drive on Clearwater Beach. No ...

2026 US Capitol Christmas Tree has been chosen

The 2026 U.S. Capitol Christmas tree has been selected. The 80-foot tall grand fir was chosen from the Nez Perce-Clearwater ...

Truth about Tom Cruise’s family breakdown laid bare after estranged daughter Suri ditches name for UK acting gig

Tom Cruise leaping on a sofa while telling Oprah Winfrey about dating Katie Holmes. “I’m in love,” the Mission: Impossible ...

Results From Clearwater's Trip To The National 2026 Senior Beta Convention

The Clearwater R-1 Senior Beta Club participated in the 2026 National Senior Beta Convention, which took place at the Gaylord Opryland Resort in Nashville, TN. Students competed in a variety of ...

Move Over 'Born in the USA', This is the 4th of July’s Real Misunderstood Anthem

Nicholas Kobe is a music journalist with experience interviewing, writing news, and covering live shows of artists in rock, metal, and pop music. He has interviewed a wide array of artists, including ...

In 1970, Creedence Clearwater Revival wrote the biggest hit song about Woodstock to date

John Fogerty had a mixed experience at Woodstock back in 1969. On one hand, Creedence Clearwater Revival were at the height of their fame and served as one of the marquee names of the festival’s ...

1 shot after ‘teen takeover’ at Clearwater Beach sparked fight, police say

Deputy police Chief Michael Walek said the behavior that has been seen across the region will not be tolerated in Clearwater. A 17-year-old was shot and several people were detained during a teen ...

Christmas movie being filmed at Clearwater Marine Aquarium

CLEARWATER, Fla. (WFLA) — A holiday romance movie is in the second week of filming in Clearwater. Country Mile Entertainment is partnering with the Clearwater Marine Aquarium to bring their vision to ...

Danville featured in John Fogerty’s new ‘Up Around the Bend’ music video

Danville is among the Virginia communities featured in a new music video from rock legend John Fogerty, showcasing scenes of small-town life as part of a project celebrating America and ...

Patch AM: How a Clearwater shark trip turned an author into a first-time angler

Hello Clearwater! Stay connected with the latest updates from around town. Let's dive in! ☀️ In today's newsletter: How a Clearwater shark trip turned an author into a first-time angler How Tulane’s ...

The 2025 Top 100 Beauty Companies

From generative AI to geopolitical tensions, the seismic shifts that are roiling the world are also having a significant impact on beauty. The result: Another challenging year for many of beauty’s ...

Multiple arrests after 'teen takeover' at Clearwater Beach

Clearwater gets update on downtown development projects

CLEARWATER, Fla. — The Clearwater City Council and residents learned more about development happening in long-vacant buildings in downtown Clearwater and major projects that could be on the way. At a ...

What's On Windsor: Dropped on Drouillard, island tours, dive-in movie, and more

Here’s a look at what’s happening across Windsor-Essex this weekend. Island adventure: Peche Island Day offers a free getaway on the Detroit River Saturday, Aug. 15, with boat rides from Lakeview Park ...

Patch AM: Could Clearwater really run its own electric utility instead of Duke?

Hi there, Clearwater! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☀️ In today's newsletter: Could Clearwater really run its own electric utility instead of Duke? How 25 acres of ...

Mentor to widen Ohio 615 bridge over I-90

MENTOR, Ohio — Mentor is moving forward with plans to widen the Ohio 615 bridge over Interstate 90, which officials say will improve traffic flow at one of the city’s busiest highway interchanges.

A shot and a beer for $6.15? Where to celebrate Nashville's 615 Day

Every year on June 15, the city of Nashville hosts its (un)official celebration, 615 Day, a nod to the city's 615 area code. Celebrating local culture, businesses and community pride, the day ...

Clearwater businesses report thousands in losses after ‘teen takeover,’ shooting

CLEARWATER, Fla. (WFLA) — A peaceful summer night turned into chaos as hundreds of teens participated in a ‘teen takeover’ in Clearwater Beach. One young man was shot and taken to the hospital. Local ...

Manson Elizabeth OBITUARY

Elizabeth Manson, born May 4, 1939, in Clearwater, Florida, passed away peacefully on March 22, 2026, at the age of 86, surrounded by her loving family. She resided in Avon, Connecticut, where she ...

Church of Scientology not joining in on regeneration projects around its Clearwater headquarters, locals claim

From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or ...

'Tasty Tampa Bay' returns to Clearwater with 100+ vendors, foodie contests and waterfront views

CLEARWATER, Fla. - If you're hungry for something fun to do this weekend, Clearwater's waterfront is about to smell really good. Tasty Tampa Bay returns to Coachman Park on Saturday, February 21, ...

'Coldest air we've seen in years': Shelters open in Tampa Bay as temperatures plunge

With temperatures expected to dip into the 30s in Tampa Bay, and even lower along the Nature Coast, several counties are ...

Temasek among investors in $10.9 billion purchase of Clearwater Analytics

NEW YORK-A group of private equity firms led by Permira and Warburg Pincus has clinched a deal to acquire investment and accounting software maker Clearwater Analytics Holdings for about US$8.4 ...