Tampa family opened doors to ICE agents, but the law says they didn’t have to
Lawyers say immigration officers need a judicial warrant to forcibly enter a home.
Tampa Bay’s best live music happening August 15-21
Including Aaron Irwin Trio, Ednita Nazario, Grumptronix and more.
Nobody would dream of drinking Mirror Lake’s waters, but it was actually St. Petersburg’s first municipal water supply
Still, despite the litter, Mirror Lake is, water quality-wise, one of the cleanest urban lakes in St. Pete.
Tampa Legals 8/14/25
Tampa Legals NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE Pursuant to Section 715.109, notice is hereby given that the following property will be offered for public sale and will sell at public outcry to the highest and best bidder for cash: a 1971 BONZ mobile home, VIN 1501580 and the contents therein, if any abandoned by Robert Michael Humphrey…
Florida DOGE’s St. Pete audit starts with protests
State CFO said the audit was about high property taxes. Protesters said that was a lie.
FWC approves Florida’s first bear hunt season in 10 years
It starts in December.
Look hard and you’ll find the light on nihilistic new album from Tampa band Choking on the Revelry
Jeff Brawer & co. release the album this weekend at New World Tampa.
St. Pete Arts Alliance launches local artist grant for Performing Arts Month in September
New Tampa Performing Arts Center celebrates with annual festival.
St. Pete residents rally to ‘Save Our Street Murals’ before City Council meeting
The gathering is on Thursday, Aug. 14.
Billy Bob Thornton & The Boxmasters bring new album to Clearwater on Friday
Pepper Tree Hill is Bud and the band’s 19th album.
Before return to Clearwater, UB40’s Jimmy Brown recalls the best gig he ever saw
Jamming with the king of reggae.
Mazzaro’s opens Zagara Gelato across the street from its Italian Market
You deserve a treat after surviving the deli counter.
Tampa’s Amalie Arena has a new name: Benchmark International Arena
Amalie Oil Company has had naming rights since 2014.
Florida wins federal approval to restrict soda, candy for SNAP recipients
So did 11 other mostly red states.
DeSantis appoints Tampa Sen. Jay Collins, as Lt. Governor
DeSantis called Collins “the Chuck Norris of Florida politics.” Collins called him the GOAT.
Body Electric and Tampa Bay watch host a beach cleanup, yoga, meditation and potluck this weekend
Feed your body, soul and community.
Imagine Museum brings ‘Harley Quinn’ comic creators to ‘Graphic Worlds’ comic book weekend
It’s a party, puddin’.
St. Petersburg’s Shine Mural Festival is changing dates for 2025
The festival will also skip inviting international artists this year.
Report: FWC commissioner Gary Nicklaus resigns ahead of vote on Florida’s controversial bear hunt
Nicklaus’s position as an FWC commissioner drew scrutiny for his ties to golf course development companies with a history of projects on public land.
Monster Jam rolls back into Tampa Bay this weekend
Wheelie big trucks.
Florida Blue among companies proposing double-digit healthcare increases
Insurers nationwide are pursuing rate hikes.
Mosaic gets draft permits that could be a step toward injecting wastewater underground in Polk County
FDEP will host public meetings in Bartow on Sept. 9-10 to get public comment.
Trumpet icon Herb Alpert brings ‘Whipped Cream’ anniversary tour to Clearwater next year
The ‘Brass is back, baby.
Fall show from Freddie Gibbs among best new concerts coming to Tampa Bay
Brandy & Monica, Joe Bonamassa and more are on the way, too.
Oracle of Ybor: With so much injustice in the world, I am filled with rage
I am channeling my anger towards something more productive.
Interview: Ahead of Tampa show, Aerosmith’s Joe Perry says ‘I’m not done yet’
The guitarist plays Hard Rock Event Center on Wednesday.
‘Deeply troubling’: Florida Democrats react to memo about congressional redistricting
Republicans hold 20 of the 28 congressional seats in the U.S. House of Representatives following the latest reapportionment in 2022.
Federal judge pauses construction at Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ detention facility
The two-week temporary restraining order will halt additional construction as litigation over environmental groups’ request for a preliminary injunction proceeds.
Sen. Darryl Rouson is open-minded about running for Tampa Bay Florida House seat
Rouson, who turned 70 last month, has served in the Legislature since 2008 but is term-limited from running again for his District 16 state Senate seat in 2026.
Indian restaurant Curry Leaves celebrates grand opening at Westshore Plaza this weekend
The popular spot is known for its wide variety of curries, biryanis, dosas and more.
Groups call for repeal of Pinellas-sponsored hurricane recovery law
The law intended to help Florida homeowners after last year’s hurricanes has caused issues for local governments.
Tampa Monitor: In first 2025 budget workshop, city council and mayor’s staff discuss $30 million increase in salaries, more
There’s also a total of $41 million earmarked for paving in FY26.
Ingoglia alleges ‘numerous’ cases of local governments scrubbing data before DOGE audits
Florida DOGE has audited St. Petersburg, Manatee, Pinellas and Hillsborough counties. Tampa is next.
For 813 Day, Tampa’s Cake Girl bakery is giving away cupcakes and $300 cash
Lucky Tampeños can bring home some cupcakes and bacon (aka cash).
Rebekah Pulley tops Writer’s Room Showcase songwriter show in St. Pete
Eight songsmiths, including scene staple Dean Johanesen, take the stage in two separate sets.
Ego Likeness’ Donna Lynch hits the stage twice in Tampa this month
She fronts her industrial body music band and does spoken work at New World.
Philadelphia indie-rock favorite Attack Dog brings new album to Tampa on Tuesday
‘Remastered 2009’ is actually a new collection of songs.
Sokolowski Trombone Project features USF jazz alum and releases a new album this weekend
It’s a ‘Summer Bloom’ for these ‘bone-heads.
Ries Bros. guitarist plays solo show in St. Pete on Friday
His band just released a single with 311.
