News & Views

‘They’ve been lying from day one’: State attorney plans to drop charges against ‘Tampa 5’ protestors, after diversion program

They no longer face felonies, and misdemeanors will be dropped after a year-long diversion program.

by Ray Roa and Colin Wolf December 5, 2023May 8, 2025

News & Views

Florida orders ban of pro-Palestinian student group from university campuses

In the letter, Rodrigues cited a Florida law that prohibits providing materials in support of a designated foreign terrorist organization.

by News Service of Florida October 25, 2023March 22, 2025

News & Views

After development scare, the future of USF’s forest preserve looks scary good

by Ray Roa October 11, 2023

Food & Drink

Sprouts will open new Tampa location near University Mall next month

If you’re keeping track, the new Uptown location will be the 15th Sprouts in the Tampa Bay region and store No. 44 in Florida.

by Colin Wolf August 17, 2023July 18, 2025

Food & Drink

Zydeco Brew Werks will open second location at Tampa’s Museum of Science and Industry

The Ybor City brewery is known for its craft brews and New Orleans-inspired menu.

by Kyla Fields July 20, 2023July 5, 2025

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PHOTOS: Tampa Bay students and faculty stage walkout in protest of state’s attacks on LGBTQ+ and diversity policies

by Colin Wolf April 21, 2023

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In video, USF police chief appears to assault student at diversity rally

Fellow students are demanding release of their arrested friends and for charges to be dropped

by Justin Garcia March 6, 2023July 21, 2025

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USF graduate assistants plan Tampa rally against DeSantis’ attacks on academic freedoms

HB 999 and SB 256 are the focuses of the rally.

by Justin Garcia March 6, 2023August 28, 2024

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Florida universities spend millions on diversity, equity, inclusion

The University of South Florida reported spending that included about $1.2 million for its Diversity and Inclusion Office.

by Ryan Dailey and News Service of Florida January 18, 2023January 18, 2025

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USF urges Florida Supreme Court to hear case about pandemic shutdown fees

Similar lawsuits have been filed against colleges and universities in Florida and across the country after campuses were shut down in 2020.

by News Service of Florida November 1, 2022October 23, 2023

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University of Florida, FSU, USF rank among nation’s best schools, according to U.S. News & World Report

The University of South Florida was named the No. 42 public institution, the highest rank in its history.

by News Service of Florida September 13, 2022December 13, 2024

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Join Creative Loafing Tampa Bay’s paid fall internship program

Covering everything from local news, food, music and arts, CL interns will work closely with our editorial staff.

by CL Staff August 30, 2022November 8, 2023

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‘A devastating loss’: USF research facility in downtown St. Pete among victims of DeSantis’ veto pen

“As sea levels continue to rise, we must equip researchers with the tools and facilities to combat this enormous threat.”

by News Service of Florida June 3, 2022April 20, 2025

Arts & Entertainment

The Tampa Bay Rowdies’ Saturday matchup with conference rival Louisville is also USF Alumni Night

Expect lots of green and gold in the crowd

by Max Steele June 2, 2022August 17, 2023

News & Views

Appeals court refuses to toss out lawsuit against USF over pandemic shutdowns

Campuses in Florida and across the country shut down in 2020 to try to prevent the spread of COVID-19.

by Jim Saunders and News Service of Florida June 1, 2022August 30, 2023

News & Views

Indigenous group renews demand that USF Tampa place warning signs around looted gravesite

Nearly a year after demanding more protection of the graves, the site within the forest preserve is still being ransacked.

by Justin Garcia May 6, 2022March 19, 2025

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USF President will receive over 1,000 petitions supporting green energy on campus

The student activists will present USF President Rhea Law with their petitions on April 25.

by Justin Garcia April 22, 2022January 20, 2024

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University of South Florida selects Rhea Law as new president

The initial contract will last up to five years and will need approval from the state university system’s Board of Governors.

by Ryan Dailey and News Service of Florida March 23, 2022August 28, 2024

News & Views

‘This is ridiculous’: Video shows Florida Gov. DeSantis yelling at Tampa teenagers for wearing masks at his press conference

“We’ve gotta stop with this Covid theater. So if you wanna wear it, fine, but this is ridiculous.”

by Colin Wolf March 2, 2022March 20, 2024

News & Views

USF Tampa suspends Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity after reports of anti-Semitic behavior

The fraternity violated the USF Student Code of Conduct with underage consumption of alcohol and hazing.

by Sofía García Vargas February 25, 2022July 10, 2025

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