

St. Petersburg’s Elizabeth A. Baker details motivation for her final local performance, ‘Intersect’
Composer and Tampa Bay expat Nate Corder is flying in to help out.
News reporter
Work at CL Tampa.
Tampa’s Florida Aquarium achieves major breakthrough to save Atlantic coral
‘It’s pure excitement to be the first to achieve a breakthrough in the world.’
Tampa Bay’s new XFL team will be called ‘The Vipers’
We’re snakes now.
Alice Cooper and Elvira added to Spooky Empire lineup in Tampa this fall
Last May Spooky Empire announced it was moving from Orlando to Tampa, “due to an increase in size and scope of logistics.”
Trump quotes conspiracy theorist who once called for military drones to patrol schools after Parkland
Root also once pushed the wildly anti-Semitic conspiracy theory that George Soros financed the murder of protester Heather Heyer.
Florida Democrats seek long-shot special session on gun violence
60 percent support is required from lawmakers in each chamber.
Florida education officials want to teach students about child trafficking
All public schools would be required to have a plan in place for teaching students about child trafficking.
New Florida bill would boost child car seat age to 7
Perry’s effort in the 2019 session got support from two Senate committees but died before making it to the floor for a full vote.
Scammers are creating fake claims websites targeting Florida Equifax victims
Moody said the phishing scam is successful because it mimics the real claims process.
Former Broward County Sheriff Scott Israel says he’s not to blame for mass shootings
The full Senate will make a final decision on Israel’s fate.
Dunedin Dogtoberfest returns this fall with a wiener run, Santa and more
It’s the 12th year for this local slobber-fest.
As a possible recession looms, Gov. DeSantis says Florida is in a good position but ‘needs to prepare’
“I think we are much better positioned to weather an economic downturn then we were in 2008.”
New book and wine bar, Book + Bottle, is coming to St. Petersburg this fall
Not long until locals can crack open a bottle and a book.
I’m sorry, but thermostats in Florida should never be above 78 degrees
I will never give in to Big Heat.
Two new restaurants just opened at Tampa’s Armature Works
Round up the welcome wagon.
New sandwich spot Mickey’s Subs is now open in Tampa
Put down the Pub Sub and go local.
Frankie and the Witch Fingers will play a free St. Petersburg concert this fall
The rock and roll gods must love us.
Hacienda Corralejo Mexican Kitchen is now open in Clearwater
Are you ready for happy hour?
Florida’s first lady will miss Tampa Trump rally because of an execution
“The day of an execution is somber, including out of respect for the victims and for that reason First Lady Casey DeSantis will not attend any public events.”
Video shows massive implosion at Tampa International Airport garage
Implosion? But I thought you said …
Universal Orlando removes ‘white power’ photo from Facebook page
“Hate has no place here—and we have no tolerance for any display of hatred within our destination.”
Puerto Rican nurses in Florida say their boss threatened to fire them for speaking Spanish
“One day they gathered us all together and warned us that if we continued to do so, we would be fired.”
Tampa Bay dad hopes to set wildly obscure Guinness World Record for elliptical use
And he’s going to the bar next door when he’s done.
St. Petersburg jazz singer Daniela Soledade taps into family roots on ‘Sonho Desfeito’
The song was penned by her grandfather and Antônio Carlos Jobim.
Fantasia and Robin Thicke are coming to Tampa this fall
Tank and the Bonfyre are also on the bill.
Florida residents may finally be able to legally buy fireworks on July 4th, New Year’s Eve, and Memorial Day
“It’s time to stop penalizing Floridians for wanting to celebrate American traditions.”
Adam Lambert isn’t Freddie Mercury, but that’s more than OK for sold-out Tampa concert
Amalie Arena was on its feet and in awe.
Lakeland man arrested after stealing bull and trying to sell it at auction
A bad bovine burglar.
After mass shootings, some Florida lawmakers want to condemn white supremacy and guns
Sen. Gibson wants the Senate to note that mass violence is also caused by individuals that use semi-automatic rifles and high-capacity magazines.
106 animals were adopted at Humane Society of Tampa’s ‘Clear the Shelters’ event last weekend
The initiative has resulted in more than 256,794 pet adoptions since 2015.
Charges dropped against Chris Brown after alleged Tampa nightclub ‘sucker punch’
The singer has now had two major cases against him dropped this year.
Local bakery Pane Rustica will open second location at Tampa’s Armature Works
Baked goods, sammies and wine on tap.
Break Science and Marvel Years bring jamtronica party to Tampa on Wednesday
The good times are at Orpheum in Ybor City.
Tony Bennett is playing St. Petersburg’s Mahaffey Theater this winter
Just in time for the holidays.
Trans-Siberian Orchestra will rehash debut album at Tampa’s Amalie Arena this winter
Tickets go on sale September 13.
Throwback rappers Chingy, Twista will play Tampa this fall
Not on the same bill, though.
Heart, Joan Jett use clever mix of covers, deep cuts and hits to thrill Tampa
Getting wet was well worth it.
Some maniac has been leaving nails in the road near a Tampa school for ‘years’
Your cunning ways are putting the kids in danger, numbnuts.
Disney World’s new discount ticket ‘deal’ keeps you out of the parks until noon
Because the best time to go is when it’s absolutely packed.
Love Confidential: Should I tell my friend her new hubby is cheating?
With “someone you know”… sure.
Hyde Park’s new sake shop and gourmet Japanese market Noble Market opens in two weeks
Get ready for ramen kits and to-go bento boxes at your fingertips.
Former Tampa soul singer Demi Nova plays one-off homecoming show this week
Stay for DJ Ku’s birthday party afterwards.
Grammy-nominated songwriter JJ Hairston performs in Riverview this weekend
It’ll take a ‘Miracle’ to find a ticket.
Giant turd Ted Nugent will perform in Clearwater next week
The NRA mouthpiece is at Ruth Eckerd Hall.
‘Good Boys’ plays it safe, but still delivers decent laughs
Is it wrong to expect more over-the-top, outrageous, even controversial moments from a comedy about middle-school students behaving badly?
Florida teacher removed after viral rant against students who don’t stand for the Pledge of Allegiance
“We have had a Black president, the superintendent of Duval Schools is a Black woman,” wrote the teacher.
Stella’s new Gulfport location is now open
Celebrate with brunch.
Westshore Plaza is getting a Blind Tiger Cafe next month
More latte art is coming to Tampa Bay.
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor orders city to specifically recognize LGBT-owned businesses
We’re only the second Florida city to do so.
Florida judge wants to know if Amendment 4 is even constitutional
Florida excludes more ex-felons from voting than any other state.
The Path of Increased Indifference brings punishing LP to St. Petersburg this weekend
Picture a pissed Lemmy Kilmister fronting an early lineup of The Melvins.
The Bricks Ybor turns 9 with free Saturday concert featuring Betty Dawl
Wolf-Face is in the pack of talent, too.
Songwriters Stephen Kellogg and Tyrone Wells co-headline The Attic Ybor City on Saturday
Emmanuelle Sasson opens the show.
Tampa Bay soul star Latimore pays tribute to Ray Charles at all-star Saturday concert
The Florida Blues band plays backup at Palladium Theater.
Selwyn Birchwood and Gloria West play Skipper’s Smokehouse in Tampa
A rare chance to see the two artists on the same bill.
Georgia songwriter Evan Kinney brings old-timey music to St. Petersburg concert and workshop
Van Burchfield assists on Saturday.
There are currently 129 flight delays and 14 cancellations at Tampa International because of bad weather
And that’s not Florida weather, either.
Tessa Violet brings viral pop success to Tampa tour date at Crowbar
She hits the town on Wednesday.
Americana crooner Austin Lucas returns to Tampa for a show at Crowbar
Geri X and Mountain Holler open the show.
A&E will highlight three Tampa organizations in new episode of ‘Addiction Unplugged’
Set your DVR for Sunday.
Trump’s Facebook ads are targeting Florida more than any other state
Trump has spent an estimated $12.5 million so far on Facebook ads.
Bier Fest is back at Busch Gardens pouring up craft brews from around the world
Wouldn’t hurt to be a little tipsy before boarding Tigris.
Vegetarian Italian eatery, Ground Foods Cafe, coming to Seminole Heights this fall
New veggie options coming to Seminole Heights.
St. Pete hotel owner ordered to pay over $23K in back pay to employees
The investigation targeted the Hollander Hotel, the Avalon Hotel, the Bay Plaza Hotel, the Mari Jean Hotel and the Lenox Hotel.
All of Tampa Bay is under a flood watch until Friday night, following record rainfall
It’s going to be an insanely soggy weekend.
A new report says harmful algae blooms are on the rise in Florida and across the nation
Climate change is considered to be a major factor.
Cagestock 2019 turns Woodstock hoopla into a showcase of original Tampa Bay music
Let’s focus on the present, people.
The 85 South Show podcast comes to Straz Center Tampa this weekend
But will the hosts clown on the local hip-hop scene?
The second a Democrat takes the oath of office, Republicans will become born-again fiscal hawks
Informed Dissent: The deficit trap.
St. Petersburg’s historic Bay Gables home will be relocated to make room for a 12-story condo
Construction on The Perry is supposed to start in 2020.
Celebrate the ghost of Freaknik when Tampa’s Jazz House Supper Club celebrates Atlanta
The tribute to the city’s hip-hop and soul scene goes down on Friday.
Tampa Bay emo, dream-pop and punk get mixed up at Hooch and Hive’s Friday concert series
It’s no cover at the downtown hangout.
DEA & Saint brings Above Snakes to play Blue Note Tampa
The genre-bending concert happens on Friday.
Texas honky-tonk purist Josh Ward plays Tampa’s Dallas Bull
His latest album debuted high on Billboard’s Heatseekers chart.
Rock supergroup The Aristocrats will shred at Brass Mug Tampa this Friday
A new album, ‘You Know What…?,’ is no joke.
Brock Butler brings his Perpetual Groove acoustic show to Dunedin
P3 hits Dunedin Brewery on Friday.
Parody band Mac Sabbath brings its assault on fast food to Tampa
CL’s interview with manager Mike Odd.
Car-Free Beach Day wants locals to swap their car for the Central Avenue Trolley this Saturday
The first 50 people to meet at the trolley stop get free drinks and prizes.
Tampa Bay teachers get their first beer free at Brew Bus this Friday
This calls for an early dismissal.
The Nth Power plays a free concert at Dunedin Brewery on Thursday
The gig is one of four Florida dates.
Magic City Hippies’ St. Petersburg concert is going to feel like an album release
The Miami band opens for Umphrey’s McGee at Jannus Live.
Tampa’s Countdown Improv Festival celebrates the art of solo, duo and trio improv
The four-day event starts on Thursday.
Hogg Batch is using barrel-aged coffee to keep Tampa Bay caffeinated
Ready, set, brew.
La Lucha revisits ’80s pop for St. Petersburg jazz party at the Palladium Theater
“We are children of the ‘80s.”
Rebelution outgrows St. Petersburg’s Jannus Live, heads for Vinoy Park this weekend
CL’s interview with Eric Rachmany.
Pedro the Lion and mewithoutyou are coming to Tampa this summer
Bazan and the boys play The Ritz Ybor City.
Bush and Live announce Tampa show set for August
Don’t let the days go bye.






