

Florida Gov. DeSantis went on Hannity for the friendly coverage he needs
Among the chyrons: “How Florida succeeded where New York failed.”
For the second month in a row, literally no one donated to Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ reelection campaign
Friends of Ron DeSantis added $285.06 in interest on a bank account in June, while spending $19,905, according to newly filed finance reports.
Florida anti-LGBTQ group the Liberty Counsel received over $350,000 in PPP loans
At least six extremist organizations scored between $2,350,000 and $5,700,000 in total PPP loans.
Hillsborough County Commission District 3 Candidates tackled transit, housing and more in Tuesday forum
The forum was hosted by the Old Seminole Heights Neighborhood Association.
Naked Farmer will open a new Tampa location in Sparkman Wharf this week
The restaurant will be open for pick up, walk up, delivery, and catering via its website.
Tampa’s Gen X Tavern closes dining room service over increased COVID-19 concerns
Both Gen X Tavern and Bake ‘n Babes, which operates out of the tavern, will continue to provide carry out and Uber Eats service.
Hillsborough County will send out a record 290,000 vote by mail ballots tomorrow
This is nearly double the amount that was sent in 2016.
Florida man filmed screaming in a Costco over mandatory mask rule, has been fired
“He absolutely does not represent our values and no longer works at our agency.”
New federal regulations puts thousands of Florida international students at risk of deportation
The state university system’s Board of Governor has not issued any guidance to universities on how to handle the new federal regulation.
After initially saying they’d take it, Lake County no longer wants Confederate statue
“I think that we’ve learned a lot,” said commission Chairwoman Leslie Campione, who voted in favor of accepting the statue last July.
Florida Democrats warn of looming COVID-19 storm, bash Ron DeSantis
State health officials reported a record 11,458 new cases on the morning of the Fourth of July.
As Florida sets new COVID-19 records, Gov. DeSantis is really hoping for a good job report
June numbers are slated to be released by the state on July 17.
Local restaurant now offering ‘most expensive pizza in Tampa Bay,’ for some reason
It costs $350 and takes 48 hours to prepare.
New interactive map tracks police violence across the country and in Tampa
The numbers represent only a fraction of the use of force incidents reported in the Tampa Bay area since the beginning of the recent protests.
Hillsborough schools will require students and staff to wear face masks
Superintendent Davis said the new rule will be in place as long as new cases are rising, but will consider relaxing the rule if COVID-19 numbers drop.
Hillsborough County is giving away free face masks at 10 local libraries this week
No appointment is needed, but the county has advised calling or texting the library upon arrival.
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Florida’s vacation rental ‘bed tax’ fight will head to Supreme Court
The dispute centers on bed taxes that counties may impose on short-term rentals, with the money going to tourism-related purposes.
Amid record COVID-19 cases, Florida schools are ordered to reopen this fall
Teachers, however, are concerned about their safety, according to Florida Education Association President Fedrick Ingram.
As Florida COVID-19 cases soar, new study links infection spikes to in-person restaurant dining
“Looking across categories of card spending, we find that the level of spending in restaurants three weeks ago was the strongest predicator…”
After years of heckling the Trump robot, Disney fans are now calling for ‘Hamilton’ to replace Hall of Presidents
A Hamilton replacement has its own problems.
Over 400 new cases of COVID-19 recorded in Florida’s prison system over 4th of July weekend
Twenty-five inmates have died of complications related to COVID-19, including one inmate who died over the weekend.
Florida congressional candidate pushes bizarre QAnon conspiracy linking Beyonce to George Soros
“Patti LaBelle is another Illuminati globalist puppet,” he tweeted.
New Thai street food spot Patti’s Kitchen just opened in Pinellas Park
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, Patti’s only has limited seating, but is still offering takeout and delivery options.
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Black Crowes reschedule Tampa concert for next summer
The band was supposed to play MidFlorida Credit Union Amphitheatre on July 1.
Florida topped 200,000 COVID-19 cases over the weekend
Hitting 200,000 cases this weekend would have seemed unlikely — if not unthinkable — a month ago.
Florida Gov. DeSantis is now blaming the media and protesters for state’s record COVID-19 spike
“Really, for two weeks, you didn’t see much about it,” said the politician-turned-media-critic.
Florida Fourth of July travel expected to drop amid pandemic
“The roadways, we expect them to be much less congested than they would on a typical 4th of July or a typical holiday weekend.”
Rick Scott tells Fox News that Florida doesn’t need a statewide mask order, the same day state sets new record for COVID-19 cases
“You don’t have to tell me to wear a mask. You don’t have to tell me to shut things down. Give me more information.”
Despite health risks, Tampa Police increased the use of pepper spray and tear gas by 223 percent under Chief Dugan
The chemical has been described by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as literal “poison.”
Florida sheriff who said he would deputize ‘lawful gun owners’ to combat protesters, nows says he legally can’t do that
“That is our responsibility.”
At least Florida Gov. DeSantis’ net worth is up
State officials faced a Wednesday deadline to file updated disclosure reports, which typically detail their finances as of the end of 2019.
Pence and DeSantis attempt to offer assurance as Florida sets new record for COVID-19 cases
“No one wants to see these numbers where they are or no one wants to see them go up,” Pence said during an appearance in Tampa.
Tarpon Springs’ Leepa-Rattner Museum of Art welcomes you to its free Zoom happy hours
Make awesome cocktails at home every Tuesday through December.
Military veterans can get into USF and Selina Román’s online photography workshop for free
But they have to sign up before July 6.
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay reopens Safari Tour with new social distancing procedures
Like the rest of the park, guests will need to wear masks.
Airbnb limits young renters, as Florida Surgeon General warns against July Fourth parties
Those under 25 will need a history of good reviews to rent an entire home.
A ‘Boycott the 4th’ protest is happening in Tampa this weekend
“As Black people, we’ve never truly felt free.”
‘Two Heads Creek’ cooks up a cannibal cult classic
Finally, a movie to get our minds off of the very real scary situation outside our front door.
Abner Pastoll and Sarah Bolger create a bloody noir for the ages with ‘A Good Woman is Hard to Find’
The thriller is packed with relatable moments, creating an immediate bond between audience and star.
Jacksonville protesters have no plans to back down when Republican convention arrives
‘Trump is their king’ but ‘Protesting is our blood.’
Florida just added over 10,000 new COVID-19 cases, a new daily record
The state now has 169,106 confirmed coronavirus cases, 15,150 hospitalizations and a death toll to 3,617.
DeSantis backs bid for Space Force headquarters in Tampa Bay, and other Florida areas
President Donald Trump in December signed a law that created the Space Force as a separate branch of the military.
Florida group homes and disability providers still don’t have COVID-19 test kits
“I think it’s just an oversight, and it’s been brought to the right people’s attention, and we are working with them to bring about some resolution.”
Florida ex-felons’ voting rights on hold, after court agrees to hear DeSantis’ Amendment 4 appeal
The 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals also granted the Republican governor’s request to put a stay on a lower-court’s decision regarding Amendment 4.
St. Petersburg rock band The Venus returns to Earth and delivers journal entry about our American blight
A sophomore album, ‘Ancestor Simulator,’ arrives July 24.
Reasons why 2020 could actually be the ‘Year of Hope’
Let’s crunch the numbers.
Savage Love: Repressing kinks is bad for your emotions and your relationship
And here’s why all your boyfriends all have kink cards.
Pinellas’ Feinstein restaurant group doesn’t know when ‘it’ll be the same again,’ but it’s still trying out big ideas
The wife-husband duo are doing anything to get money into employees’ pockets.
Some participants skeptical after Tampa Mayor Jane Castor’s policing task force opens on Saturday
The next meeting is on July 18.
‘Godmuthafuckin’ damn!’: Meet East Tampa’s charismatic new Instagram star Chester Stone
‘I’m really struggling and going through difficulties too.’






