

UPDATE: Is a new Underoath song or album arriving on February 22 at 4 p.m. EST?
Because this countdown clock makes it look likely.
Deaf Vagina: An all-ASL production of Eve Ensler’s The Vagina Monologues.
Theatre eXceptional and Blue Butterfly will have “voice interpreters” on hand for the hearing members of the audience.
Six months later: We make landfall in the Florida Keys (part three in a series)
This Islamorada brewery has an interesting challenge after Hurricane Irma — even though they didn’t have damage.
Feed Frenzy: How Facebook is threatening news outlets
For years, media outlets desperately chased the clicks promised by Facebook; now the social media giant may destroy them
Come sail away: Tiki Bay Island isn’t your average bar, or boat ride
All ye landlubbers have been warned.
How to make sure that Parkland never does happen again
The #NoNRAMoney initiative is one answer. So is the ad listing NRA beneficiaries in Congress.
Seven questions: Lane Moore and Tinder Live
The brains behind Tinder Live
Here are the Tampa Bay lawmakers that voted against the assault weapons ban
Is your state representative on the list?
Andrew W.K. is the first-ever American Association of Suicidology Person of The Year
He plays Orpheum in Ybor City on April 29.
Tonight in live music; Chuck Prophet at Skipper’s, St. Pete Jazz Fest kickoff and more
Mary J. Blige is at Amalie Arena, too.
Today in rock history; Milli Vanilli’s Grammy win ushers in bad days, The Saints get Stranded and more
Nina Simone is born, too.
Sh*t Happened 2/21/18: Legislative aide fired, school shooting threats now just a daily thing, alligator found in terrifying place
That’s enough, Tuesday. Hit the showers.
Five Courses: Baytenders makes a splash along St. Pete’s Fourth Street and more
Steelbach also opened at Armature Works, and there’s another Flirt reunion going down.
Sledding in Wisconsin: Trading my flip flops for snow boots
A trip to Milwaukee teaches me how to do winter right.
Aide to Tampa-based Florida lawmaker goes full Alex Jones on Parkland, gets fired
Benjamin Kelly, a staffer for State Rep. Shawn Harrison, told the Tampa Bay Times he thought some of the high school students who witnessed the killing were paid actors.
Illinois Dem with winning “blueprint” will headline Clearwater fundraiser
U.S. Rep. Cheri Bustos won reelection in her pro-Trump district by a landslide. She’d like to share her secret with other Democrats.
Bekky Beukes: black and white and gold all over
Trichromatic and thought-provoking.
Six months later: On the road to Paradise (part two in a series)
Exploring the long-term effects — including, surprisingly, some beneficial ones — of Hurricane Irma.
Pasco commissioner says building more roads is good for air quality
The stunning quote was in response to protests over a proposed road extension through a pristine wooded area.
Tonight in live music; Shining Mirrors at Paper Crane, George Benson at The Cap and more
Slaves is in Ybor, too.
Today in rock history; Phil Collins becomes the voice of Genesis, Kurt Cobain is born and more
Go dance on a volcano, gang.
$1 gyros up for grabs in honor of Simple Greek St. Pete grand opening
Downtown diners can register to win free gyros for a year from the new location, too.
Sh*t Happened 2/20/18: library name controversy, more vigils against gun violence and are you a bot?
We’re onto you, Gleep Glop.
Seven Questions: Mark Leib, local playwright and CL’s theater reviewer
His new play about racism in an allegedly “post racist” world has its world premiere this week at The Studio@620.
Six months later: A look at the Florida Keys, post-Irma (first in a series)
Follow us as we take a trip down to the Florida Keys to see what Irma recovery looks like six months later.
Democratic State Rep. on Parkland shooter: “Off with his head!”
Rep. Jared Moskowitz, who graduated from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 1999, decried a deal that could get Nikolaus Cruz life in prison.
Deliver Me: A new Frank Strunk III exhibit at Leslie Curran
Strunk’s work, characterized by metal and gears and oft-odd ephemera, has a softer side.
Sh*t Happened 2/19/18: Stormy Daniels a…bust and other convenient innuendo
Your President’s Day edition.
Tonight in live music; TRAGWAG at Microgroove, The Earls of Leicester at The Cap and more
Pedro The Lion in Orlando, anyone?
Today in rock history; Yes finally releases a hit album, Breakfast Club soundtrack debuts and more
Mick Jagger goes solo and Smokey Robinson is born, too.
How The Little Prince can show Cuban generosity and abundance of love
Eckerd College students interview Un Traductor directors Rodrigo and Sebastián Barriuso at the 2018 Sundance Film Festival.
Building a spiritual campus at First Unity
Go behind the scenes of one of St. Petersburg’s oldest and most distinctive spiritual communities, First Unity.
BookStories: Joseph Campbell as your GPS
Bus, book and baggage as vehicles of enlightenment.
Today in live music; Umphrey’s McGee at Whigfest, Wyclef at Jannus and more
Heavy Pets, Stokeswood, Polyenso, Swimm and more.
Saturday’s best Bay area concerts? We got ’em right here.
Burke Bros. with Big Shoals, Paula Cole, Obituary and more lead a list of more than two dozen shows.
Coming Soon to a Theater Near You?
20 independent films from the Sundance and Slamdance Film Festivals you should see or stream.
In wake of Parkland shooting, Tampa Bay activists plan vigil, rally
The event is slated for Saturday in downtown St. Pete.
Mitt Romney’s senate run announcement subtly trolls Trumpism
The former Republican presidential contender said he’s running to replace Orrin Hatch, who’s retiring.
Black Panther: A crowning achievement that might just change our world
Marvel’s original African-American superhero arrives at a pivotal time in our history with a message of equality, hope and respect for all, no matter your color.
Five Courses: The Hot Tomato blooms in Riverview, among other openings
Leaven Brewing, Daydreamers and Jupiter Donuts are also doing their things in Tampa Bay.
Sh*t Happened 2/16/18: The sadly predictable vs. the refreshingly unexpected
As in, maybe something will change this time around…?
Tonight in live music; Tiny Moving Parts sells out Crowbar, A-Trak hits The Ritz and more
Pleasures, Florida Orchestra and more in action tonight, too.
Today in rock history; “Careless Whisper” tops the charts, Ice-T is born and more
Never gonna dance again.
Weekend Platter: Market at Brick Street Farms, Jamison B. open house and more
Five ways to hang with food and drink throughout the weekend.
Spectacle & story: Cirque du Soleil’s Volta astounds but loses its narrative thread
The new show is fun and sharp and emotional — right up until the final moments.
Velvety shrimp: Top 7 food and drink stories for January
What were CL readers digging into the most last month?
Having it all?: Ashes to ashes
I am preparing for death, and everyone else is on Instagram.
Almost Perfect: The Smashing Pumpkins’ reunion tour is coming to Tampa’s Amalie Arena
Tickets for the July 25 show go on sale February 23.
Mien of the hour: In Clearwater, Rufus Wainwright offers solace and songs for a tortured, tired America
The multi-octaved singer-songwriter shone bright on a dark day for Florida.
Rick Scott on Parkland shooting: “the violence has to stop”
He said he wants to see about curbing access to guns for mentally ill people.
Reading Room’s Lauren Macellaro is a 2018 James Beard semifinalist
The St. Pete chef and Tampa restaurateur Richard Gonzmart rep Tampa Bay in the south.
Tonight in live music; Intervals rocks Orpheum, Bobby Treacherous’ Island jam and more
And one talk about music, too.
The Beer Issue 2018: Newbies — Arkane Aleworks
Some of the best sours in town are coming from this Largo brewery opened in the summer of 2016.
Today in rock history; Ocala’s Aretha Franklin hoax, Elvis Costello gets Happy and more
‘Rolling Stone’ popularizes “groupie” and more.
The experts were right: Troubles for the Sabal Trail pipeline
They warned us — correctly — about the pipeline’s dangers to the environment.
The St. Petersburg Conference on World Affairs is more timely than ever
For the sixth year in a row, the conference brings world-class experts to USF St. Pete.
The Beer Issue 2018: OGs and Newbies
How Tampa Bay’s exploding craft beer scene has affected veterans and recent additions alike.
The Beer Issue 2018: OGs — Saint Somewhere Brewing
Saint Somewhere’s Bob Sylvester opened a taproom, but he’s still making the beer he’s wanted to since 2006.
The Beer Issue 2018: Newbies — Zydeco Brew Werks
Ybor City will soon have a new brewery, with an experience shaped by the neighborhood.
The Beer Issue 2018: Newbies — Dissent Brewing
One of the newest breweries in the area offers a solid plan and some serious flavors.
The Beer Issue 2018: Newbies — Flying Boat Brewing Co.
This tucked-away craft brewery in St. Pete created its own neighborhood vibe last August.
The Beer Issue 2018: Newbies — Caledonia Brewing
This tasty taproom opened last May, and brings its own flavor to the Dunedin beer scene.
The Beer Issue 2018: OGs — Rapp Brewing
Former homebrewer Greg Rapp has been creating small-batch goodness since 2012.
The Beer Issue 2018: OGs — Tampa Bay Brewing Company
Some things have changed since BrewCo opened in ’95, but quality of product remains a priority.
The Beer Issue 2018: OGs — Dunedin Brewery
Florida’s oldest continuously running microbrewery opened in 1995.
On Saturday, the cutest cafe truck in the game returns to Tampa
What is adorable and pink — and tours the country on four wheels?
The Beer Issue 2018: Taps in Tally
Craft brewers press for changes to Florida’s three-tier distribution system.
We gotcher jazz right here: St. Pete jazz festival founder David Manson talks shop
The 10th Annual St. Pete Jazz Festival kicks off on February 21.
On the Sauce: Ancho Reyaaas Queen
A highly addictive cocktail — with a little kick.
Snailed it! Who would’ve thought I’d swap chicken fingers for escargot?
Certainly not this picky eater.
Recipe rumble: State Fair to serve playful bites from Pinellas culinary students
High school kitchen wizards in Tarpon Springs and Seminole competed for the opportunity.
There’s an Elliott Smith-inspired mural on the wall of a Tampa Heights law office — here’s why
It’s just a mile-and-a-half away from the Lady Gaga one.






