

Kathy Castor slams Trump Administration’s Cuba reversal
The Florida congresswoman called the policy change “backwards.”
How Rick (Kriseman) won
St. Petersburg Mayor Rick Kriseman’s path to reelection may have been about more than Trump.
Festival Preview: Tampa DJ D3V leads a list of must-know songs and artists at Orlando’s Electric Daisy Carnival
Slushii, Snails and more made the list, too.
Play something different: An interview with Miles Electric Band’s Vince Wilburn, Jr.
The ensemble — which includes Davis’ nephew and former sideman — plays Clearwater on November 17.
Creative Loafing’s HighBall Craft Cocktail Competition 2018
Who makes the best cocktail in Tampa Bay? YOU decided at our 2nd annual cocktail competition, HighBall 2018! That's right, Loafers—your favorite craft cocktail competition was back! Featuring notable spirits, bartenders, and more, HighBall will showcased craft cocktails created by Tampa Bay's top mixologists with either whisky, vodka, gin, or rum as they competed to…
A pair of Tampa screenings for a Jawbreaker documentary are almost sold-out — but there’s a St. Pete one happening, too
December 8, 9 and 16, friends.
Fill, drink, repeat: Top 7 food and drink stories for October
What were CL readers digging into the most last month?
The Post: Another holiday trailer drops, this one with less Santa and more allegory, perhaps?
A government cover-up. Media threatened by the White House. Ah, feels like Christmas.
Tonight in live music; Don Hughes at Green Bench, Next Big Thing band search at Ferg’s Live
Or you could try and sneak into Jinx’s private listening party for a new album.
Today in rock history; a Motörhead classic, Queen’s Sheer Heart Attack, plus oral with Lou Reed
Led Zeppelin ‘IV’ is born, too.
Sh*t Happened 11/8/17: Kriseman wins, SeaWorld continues to lose, RIP Roy Halladay
Yesterday’s news, quick-like.
“Losing sucks”: Lamenting loss at the Baker Election Night party
Losing an election is never easy – especially if you've never lost one. But less than an hour after polls closed on Tuesday, former mayor Rick Baker took his first “L” and conceded to incumbent mayor Rick Kriseman. And thus, the grueling battle between the Ricks was over. Earlier in the night at Baker’s election…
Driscoll, Gabbard, Rice win their St. Pete City Council races
All were hard-fought races; all will help set the tone at the dais.
After a hard-fought contest, Rick Kriseman pulls off a win
The incumbent beat former Mayor Rick Baker by more than three percentage points.
In St. Pete, a steady trickle at the polls as candidates make their final rounds
Polls close at seven.
Poll suggests Election Day tailwinds for Rick Kriseman…or does it?
Don’t worry, this is almost over.
Who deserves the FHC Lifetime Achievement Award?
The Florida Humanities Council is looking for its next honoree.
Liquid legend: What happens when local bartenders battle with Drambuie?
A whole lotta ingenuity and talent.
Ferdinand 20th Century Fox remakes early Walt Disney cartoon
Will 20th Century Fox finally make a movie as appealing as a Pixar film?
Playlist: Listen to every song Fall Out Boy played at Tampa’s Amalie Arena on November 5, 2017
Andrew Hurley’s drum medley excluded.
Florida lawmaker files bill to abolish local tree ordinances
State Sen. Greg Steube seems to think the state should employ a blanket policy for tree maintenance throughout the state.
Using his noodles: La La Land composer Justin Hurwitz talks inspiration, moving away from jazz and more
The ‘La La Land’ score comes alive at Mahaffey Theater on November 12.
Tonight in live music; Bruce Hornsby, Aaron Lebos Reality, Jack Sprouse and more
Lots of no-cover shows on the docket.
Today in rock history; Joni Mitchell is born, R.E.M.’s major label debut and more
Dylan releases ‘Biograph,’ and Yes gives the world ‘90125,’ too.
VA workers to rally for better veteran healthcare in Tampa Tuesday
It happens to be a few days ahead of Veterans Day.
Tampa Bay Lightning designates former CL intern Lis Casanova as Community Hero of Tomorrow
We’re bursting with pride — Lis Casanova is going places.
So how’s that new book coming?: How a writing contest with no prize changed my life
NaNoWriMo: Sanskrit for “you want me to do what?”
It’s demo day at Tampa Theatre, and Schiller’s Salvage is selling 160 balcony seats for nostalgia’s sake
But we thought you all hated the seats?
Sh*t Happened 11/6/17: Sick f*cks abound, Seminole Heights honors victims and Lis Casanova proves humanity isn’t all bad
Scott Harrell's taking the day off to hone his Surfer Doctor blurbs, leaving yours truly to craft Sh*t Happened. I'm refreshed after over a week off, and certainly the rest of the country, well-rested after that extra hour of sleep this weekend, is doing just fine this bright November morn— Oh, for fuck's sake, people.…
St. Pete’s Mahaffey Theater scores shows from Queens of the Stone Age, Tony and Antonia Bennett
Tickets for QOTSA go on sale Nov. 10.
Today in rock history; a movie and masterpiece LP from The Monkees, a Stylistics album changes R&B forever and more
\\ Today in rock history: on this date in 1967, The Monkees released their fourth studio album, the absolute pop masterpiece, Pisces, Aquarius, Capricorn & Jones Ltd.. After fighting for creative control over their music and the right to play on their own records, the accomplished musicians who’d become successful as a manufactured made-for-TV band created the best…
Five Courses: An Outback & Carrabba’s Express is happening in Tampa and more
Now you can have your chicken Bryan — and Aussie cheese fries, too.
The plot thickens: Asolo Rep at 59 and counting
The granddaddy of Tampa Bay professional theater is actually nowhere near Tampa Bay.
Review: Despite Uzi cancellation and tardiness from Migos, Chance the Rapper returns to Amalie to revive Tampa’s Last Damn Show (w/photos)
Ludacris, Jessie Reyez, Lecrae and more all have fun, too.
Today in live music; Microgroove matinee, Fall Out Boy with Jaden Smith, Conga Caliente, Curren$y and more
And a full load of classical, jazz, folk, blues plus rock and roll.
Musician files suit against Bill Edwards
Rick Baker gets a not-honorable mention.
Tonight in live music; 311 rocks for Moffitt, Lil’ Peep gets weepy at Orpheum, Beats by the Bay and more
Sorority Noise is at Crowbar, and Tanner Jones spins for emo night, too.
Another high-profile Dem endorses Kriseman
This time, it’s New Jersey U.S. Senator Cory Booker.
Colorful, yet shady: The Florida Project captures carefree childhood among Orlando’s seedy outskirts
How can a film be so whimsical yet so depressing?
Star Wars And The Power Of Costume comes to St. Pete MFA this weekend (WITH VIDEO)
Yes, Princess Leia’s gold bikini will be there.
Thor: Ragnarok smashes its way to the top of the MCU
Marvel Studios’ third Thor film is everything you’ve ever wanted from a comic book movie — and more.
Adventures in Weekending: A million things to do in St. Pete this weekend (OK, 16)
So it’s not really a million, but it’s a lot. More than 10, at least.
Dems rip Rick Baker for supporting state preemption of local gun laws
At a debate last month, he said allowing cities to pass their own policies could get confusing. His opponent, Mayor Rick Kriseman, disagrees.
Arty label on a party wine
Odds are, you’ll like the label more than the wine.
Weekend Platter: National Sandwich Day, food fests and more
Since it’s noon and all, start getting your weekend on around town.
Downsizing: Honey, I shrunk Matt Damon
On Dec. 22, let’s get small.
Today in live music; Chance the Rapper returns for Wild 94.1, Victor Wainwright LP release and more
Matt Woods at Ella’s, Sister Hazel and more.
Today in rock history; Hall and Oates’ Abandoned Luncheonette, Adam Ant is born, M tops charts and more
The Jam’s ‘All Mod Cons,’ is released, too.
Postcards from London: La Dame de Pic’s prix-fixe lunch is your friend
If you want a Michelin-quality meal at a discount when traveling, book lunch.
Is a notable Times editor’s blurb on a forthcoming Rick Baker book a big deal?
Critics say editor of editorials Tim Nickens’s positive review of the book — and the timing of its release — brings up more questions about the paper’s relationship with Baker. Others, including Nickens, disagree.
Fashionable foes: Schiaparelli vs. Chanel at The Dalí
Fabrication is an “impossible conversation” between two bitter rivals.
Poet’s Notebook: Over the world’s weight
Saying goodbye to Richard Wilbur.
Do This: Salt Creek Journal pre-order book party
Contributors to a new book read in south St. Pete.
Tonight in live music; Rock the Park Tampa, Johnnyswim at Jannus, Whitney James honors Babs and more
Listener is at Crowbar, too.
A new restaurant is coming to Seminole Hard Rock, with a notable chef behind it
Developed by Frank Anderson, Tampa’s Rez Grill will offer a menu of elevated comfort food.
Today in rock history; The Police’s Outlandos d’Amour, Tom Petty After Dark, two Beatles solo LPs and more
Plus CCR’s third LP of 1969.
Sh*t Happened 11/2/17: Bat relocation program, meat thief, drone rodeo, manatee watching is peaceful
Mondo eclectica from yesterday’s news.
The final stretch: A post-primary Rick vs. Rick timeline
Hope you’re not tired of those mailers just yet.
Tampa Bay Friday live music includes Lyle Lovett, Chris Barrows Band, Allen Stone and more
Acoqui, Fever Beam and more all in action to kick off the weekend.
CL Endorsement: Rick Kriseman for Mayor of St. Petersburg
The city’s in good shape. Why take a step backward?
Mostly Mac: Before Clearwater show, Christine McVie dishes on her new duet album and tour with Lindsey Buckingham
The show happens on Nov. 9 at Ruth Eckerd Hall.
Life, love and llamas: chatting with Fall Out Boy’s Pete Wentz
The band plays Amalie Arena in Tampa on November 5.
I Love Tasty: A feast for your eyes, in cookbook form
Catrine Kelty’s salute to Tasty is for no-frills, picture-loving, dietary-restrictions-free home cooks.
For the love of growlers: A Florida-driven growler bar is now a thing in Odessa
Brū owners Christian and Jill Brugal have made it so.






