

Hot chicken favorite King of the Coop will open new restaurant in South Tampa
A 1,000-square-foot location is opening on Howard Avenue this fall.
Key West residents seek answers after DeSantis overturns voters’ decision to limit cruise ships
“Here we see that even when you do vote, it can be thrown out. That is fundamentally, as an American, discouraging.”
13-year-old sues Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis over transgender girls sports ban
The Broward County girl has played girls’ soccer since age 7.
Friday block party in downtown Tampa celebrates Questlove’s new ‘Summer of Soul’ documentary
WMNF’s Steve ‘The Hitman Williams’ plays outside Tampa Theatre.
A recently captured 185-pound Burmese python may be a new Florida record
The scientists brought back over 1,000 snakes to the Conservancy’s snake lab in Naples.
Chicago’s ‘Greatest Hits’ tour arrives in Tampa this weekend
The show is at the old Gary on Friday.
Planes will politely ask Tampa Bay’s Fourth of July crowds not to trash the beaches
‘Before posting pics to Twitter, pick up your litter.’
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoes bill aiming to end the state’s no-fault auto insurance system
Florida since 1979 has had a no-fault system and the requirement of carrying $10,000 in PIP coverage.
Judge refuses to dismiss case against Florida whistleblower Rebekah Jones
Judge Francis Allman issued a one-page order denying Jones’ motion to dismiss the case but did not explain the decision.
Everything that’s included during Florida’s ‘Freedom Week’ tax holiday
“It’s a little bit of an experiment, right? So, we hope it goes well,” said Scott Shalley, president and CEO of the Florida Retail Federation.
Video shows Walt Disney World gorillas freaking out over a tiny snake
No snakes allowed.
Rapper Riff Raff will bring his new ‘Silhouette of the Pinnacle’ tour to Tampa
Tampa will be the only Florida stop for the “Million Dollar Mullet.”
As Tampa returns to Stanley Cup Final, local Indigenous groups point out Canada’s abuses
‘The maple leaf flag is red with the blood of Indian babies.’
Florida sheriff says deputy did not violate any rules by giving bottled water to neo-Nazis
An OCSO deputy gave the group water bottles and yelled “Stay hydrated!” as he walked away.
Surfside condo collapse could lead to new Florida construction laws
“I think the people of Florida want to understand, how could this happen?” DeSantis said. “And then, what can we do to make sure it doesn’t happen again?”
Judge rips Florida’s new ‘Big Tech’ social media law, calling it ‘poorly written’
The controversial law seeks to prevent large social-media platforms from banning political candidates from their sites.
Masks are off in Florida, but legal issues continue
Local mask mandates drew a series of legal challenges across the state last year.
Katt Williams’ ‘WWIII’ comedy tour comes to Tampa’s Amalie Arena this summer
Williams recently schooled Joe Budden listeners on ‘cancel culture.’
Gay Commie Skate Crew hosting summer clothing drive today in St. Pete
As summer heats up it’s imperative to get comfortable and breathable clothing in the hands of vulnerable people.
Environmental groups accuse State of Florida of mishandling Piney Point in new federal lawsuit
The lawsuit contends that the state has played a key role in mismanagement of the site over the past two decades.
DraftKings and FanDuel behind proposed Florida amendment to legalize sports gambling
If betting revenues are taxed, the tax dollars would have to go into what is known as the state Educational Enhancement Trust Fund.
Despite critics calling it a ‘political stunt,’ DeSantis sends cops to southern border
“Hopefully, I’ll be able to get out there at some point to wish them well, when they’re on the ground,” DeSantis said.
During back surgery recovery, Tampa Bay food critic had to face the possibility of never walking again
Claridge’s Anatomy: A Cautionary Tale Pt. 2
Sugar Ray is playing Tampa’s Hard Rock Event Center this fall
Clear your calendar on Sept. 2.
Royal Caribbean can’t ban unvaccinated guests, so instead it will make cruises more expensive and uncomfortable for them
On their website, Royal Caribbean states they “are happy to provide” refunds to anyone unwilling to follow the new safety protocols.
Salad and grain bowl chain Crisp & Green plans expansion to Tampa Bay
Expect 8-12 stores in the Bay area.
At Tampa Bay ‘Roast League’ local comics rip on each other for some good, mean fun
Regular events are planned in St. Petersburg, with stand-up comedians battling each other.
‘An unconstitutional burden’: Judge hears challenge to Florida’s cap on ballot initiative contributions
The $3,000 cap “is not adequate to fund a statewide campaign,” Shaw said, adding, “I don’t think we can gather the requisite signatures in the time allotted.”
In a huge win for environmentalists, Florida Gov. DeSantis signs bill scrapping controversial toll road projects
The biggest effect of the bill signed Thursday is that it will do away with the plan to build a road from Collier to Polk counties.
‘Praying for a miracle’ – families hope for good news after Miami building collapse
Despite how much work the building needed, Miller said no one could have foreseen such a catastrophic failure.
‘Ready to move’: Biden waiting for Florida Gov. DeSantis to officially ask for help with condo collapse
Biden addressed the issue at the White House.
Florida Gov. DeSantis: ‘We still have hope’ for more survivors in deadly building collapse
“Hopefully, they’re able to save a lot more people because they have done a heck of a job so far.”
Tampa’s Sly Dogs named among nation’s best vegan hot dogs, according to PETA
Notably, Sly Dog’s was the only Florida vegan dog slinger to make the cut.
Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz wants to defund the FBI, which is investigating him for sex crimes
“If Democrats want to defund the police, they should start with the FBI,” Gaetz wrote.
Tampa’s Pickford’s Counter welcomes Market on Florida for first anniversary celebrations
Someone get us the ‘D.E.A.D. Inside’ hat, please.
Rod Wave, 311, Hannah Jadagu and more: Over 100 new concerts are coming to Tampa Bay
While many of Tampa Bay’s independent, small local venues and promoters are still waiting on approval of their lifeline Shuttered Venue Operator Grant, the touring industry is trying to claw its way back by announcing shows seemingly every minute. The Bay area has been no exception, and in response, Creative Loafing Tampa Bay has dedicated…
Tampa Heights Cultural Fest’s bonus Juneteenth celebration happens on Saturday
There’s a full day of music, panels and more on tap.
Jeffrey Jew opens Lingr in St. Pete, Bourdain movie comes to Tampa, and more local foodie news
Datz’ Riverwalk Cafe is open, too.
Tampa’s Ulele Springs is a ‘symbol of hope’ when it comes to restoring Florida’s natural water sources
It shows you can bring a spring back if you do the right things.
One-man play about 1980 Skyway Bridge tragedy premieres in St. Pete this weekend
There are only three performances at Studio@620.
13 live music concerts and events happening in Tampa Bay this weekend
Wear a mask if the venue asks you to.
Savage Love: No one’s being exploited, so it’s perfectly fine for you to blow a load over your neighbor’s OnlyFans
Also, should you kiss a friend after giving someone else a blowjob?
Latin pop artist John Gascot is organizing Pinellas Park’s first gay Pride parade, set for June 26
Gascot’s studio resides in Pinellas Park’s Pinellas Arts Village.
Tom Brady becomes the first Tampa Bay Buccaneer to be on the cover of ‘Madden’
But the Bucs now have five of the past seven ‘Madden’ cover athletes on their roster.
Florida Supreme Court rejects recreational marijuana amendment again
The proposed amendment was framed as regulating marijuana similar to alcohol.
Nonprofit Tampa Arts Alliance established to boost Tampa’s art scene
Some of its goals are to increase local arts awareness and attract more funding for the arts.
Florida’s 2021 scalloping season opens on July 1 in Crystal River
It runs through September 24.
DeSantis says Hillsborough, Pasco cops will go to Texas to help with border control
Rep. Anna Eskamani, D-Orlando, called the action by DeSantis ‘another political stunt.’
After long pandemic shutdown, Gasparilla International Film Festival gives Tampa Bay a taste of Hollywood
GIFF returned to Tampa with celebrities, in-theater screenings and ‘The Old Ways,’ easily one of the best horror movies this year.
Even Paw Patrol, headed to Yuengling Center this fall, is getting in on Tampa’s obsession with pirates
A live action version of the kids show is in town Sept. 18-19.






