Vol. 35, No. 12
Florida judge is expected to uphold law that requires a 24 hour waiting period for abortions
“This law is an insult to Floridians and their ability to make their own medical decisions."
By Jim Saunders and News Service of Florida
Who stole tons of valuable ammunition brass from Army’s top helicopter gun range? Feds focus on Florida man
Army criminal investigators believe their suspect stole nearly $40,000 worth of ammunition brass.
By Julia Cooper and Fresh Take Florida
Florida manatees are on the move, and officials are asking boaters to stay alert
Seasonal manatee zones, requiring boaters to slow down in certain areas, go into effect April 1 and continue through Nov. 15.
By Jim Turner, Tom Urban and News Service of Florida
Florida's vote-by-mail restrictions would unnecessarily burden voters, groups suing to overturn law say
“The combination of SB 524 and SB 90 would increase burdens on all voters, particularly voters of color and voters with disabilities."
By Dara Kam and News Service of Florida
Florida fights against allowing DNA testing for Death Row inmate
Sireci was sentenced to death in the 1975 murder of used-car dealer Howard Poteet, who suffered 55 stab wounds.
Florida Gov. DeSantis signs bill limiting school board term limits, and intensify scrutiny of library books
“You can throw the bums out in the election.”
By Ryan Dailey and News Service of Florida
Florida Gov. DeSantis signs bill limiting use of physical restraints on students
'Students deserve to be safe at school, and parents deserve peace of mind.'
By Jason Delgado and Florida Politics
Florida Sen. Rick Scott says it’s ‘unfair’ that poor people don’t pay income tax
"That's not right! They ought to have some skin in the game."
By A.G. Gancarski
Florida Gov. DeSantis signs controversial 'Don't Say Gay' bill, complains about leftist 'sloganeering'
"It is an attack on Florida’s LGBTQ+ community and our teachers,” Book said in a statement.
'Litigation is coming': Equality Florida pledges lawsuit against 'Don't Say Gay' bill
“Litigation is coming. And it will be swift and fierce, and we believe successful."
By News Service of Florida
A federal judge puts lawsuit against Piney Point on hold
U.S. District Judge William Jung put a six-month stay on the lawsuit.
Florida Gov. DeSantis vetoes congressional redistricting plan, calls for special session
Lawmakers redrew political boundaries this year as part of the once-a-decade reapportionment process.
By Jim Turner and News Service of Florida
Amid Jan. 6 controversy, Florida Gov. DeSantis says Clarence Thomas is the ‘greatest living justice’
'One of the greatest public servants in America.'
By A.G. Gancarski and Florida Politics
Florida Gov. DeSantis backs Special Session for property insurance — but not anytime soon
The special session on redistricting, however, will be held from April 19 to April 22.
Florida Sen. Rick Scott says he wants a 'review' of Social Security, not an end to the program
Scott’s plan found resistance on his own side of the aisle.
Actor Ron Perlman calls Florida Gov. DeSantis a 'Nazi pig' over 'Don't Say Gay' bill
"First Amendment, read about it, then run for office, you piece of shit. "
By Colin Wolf
Florida fines Tampa Medicaid payment vendor nearly $9.1 million over billing glitches
The state said the fine was calculated as $75 for each failed payment claim.
By Kristin Bausch and Fresh Take Florida
Despite loose steel wires, the Selmon Extension will reopen today and is safe for traffic, says officials
The section of highway opened for traffic in April, 2021.
Hillsborough County man dead after driving into 11-foot alligator
Florida has roughly 1.3 million gators, and they can be found in all 67 counties.
After 'misleading' Tampa Bay Times article, St. Pete housing advocates say they're still focused on City Hall
"I'm glad that a lot of people at least recognized how misleading the Times story was."
By Justin Garcia
Tampa's Cypress Point and Picnic Island beaches have been closed for over a week due to poop water
The beaches will be re-sampled next week.
By Brandalynn Nuñez Cepeda
People in Orlando love moving to Tampa, says report
They don't want their house near the Mouse.
By Sofía García Vargas
After Dingfelder lawsuit, Tampa City Council asks for more legal protections for officials who are sued
"If any one of us accidentally deleted one text message, we're in violation of the rules."
Tampa City attorney used personal phone to discuss Dingfelder case and other legal issues, records show
As of today, there are documents from Grimes' communications still missing from the city's public records.
Over the last year, Tampa witnessed nation's second largest increase in home prices, says report
Tampa and Miami were the only Florida markets included in the report.
Pinellas County Sheriff not liable for prisoner injury, after removing seatbelts from transport van, says court ruling
The lawsuit alleged, in part, that Gualtieri’s department negligently removed seatbelts from the back of the van.
The mystery of Tampa's hairless creature has been solved
"Unless it has rabies, it's not gonna attack you."
Tampa City attorneys will report on controversial Hanna Avenue project to a fractured City Council this week
After initially denying to speak to council about the project, city attorneys are scheduled to discuss the project this week.
These aren’t serious people, and they don’t care if the public views the Supreme Court as illegitimate
Informed Dissent.
By Jeffrey C. Billman
As park continues to expand, Busch Gardens Tampa insists its not killing off Kumba
The size and age are now why rumors are swirling of its impending demise.
By Ken Storey
YouTube comedian Kurtis Conner brings stand-up tour to Tampa this summer
Catch him this summer at the Tampa Theatre
'Couldn't agree more': Tampa Bay Rays' Taylor Walls supports DeSantis' anti-transgender declaration
"In my opinion, I don’t think I did anything wrong,” he said.
By Alex Galbraith
St. Pete-based Instagram star YungBBQ talks pop culture, Gen-Z humor and public dancing
Viral entertainer Alexis Feacher wants to transition from Instagram fame to full production sketch comedy and content creation.
By Kyla Fields
Two recent Tampa Bay stage productions mark a triumphant return to a sense of normalcy
Two very different evenings of theatre, both superb, will force audiences to reflect on the complicated nature of justice
By Jon Palmer Claridge
Review: Slash and Myles Kennedy raise the river—and the roof at last weekend's Clearwater show
This was by no means a Guns N’ Roses salute.
By Josh Bradley
Better Living For Seniors Pinellas' annual fundraiser gig happens this weekend
St. Pete's Bayboro Brewing Co. hosts a night of '80s rock covers for a good cause.
By Eric Snider
Indie-rock band Joywave headlines the Orpheum this weekend
This is the first time the energetic indie band plays Tampa in almost three years.
Tampa's Underoath headlines hometown shows at Jannus Live
SpiritBox, Bad Omens and Stray from the Path open these highly-anticipated gigs.
Texas-based hardcore band Portrayal of Guilt headlines Ybor City’s Crowbar next week
Endoxa Booking organized this night of hardcore and punk— including openers World Peace, Vacancy, Shinning Wizard and Dead Mirrors.
Folk-rockers Iron & Wine return to Tampa Bay next week
You can expect an acoustic, stripped down set from Sam Beam, aka Iron & Wine.
By Ray Roa
Q&A: The Zombies’ Colin Blunstone talks new album and Tom Petty ahead of Clearwater show
The Zombies are at the Bilheimer Capitol on Apr. 5.
Husband-and-wife duo Fantastical Tigers celebrate their album release in Ybor City this week
Christian Stewart, Kat the Duchess and Shelby Sol open this Thursday night gig.
On her final tour, Janis Ian makes her last stop in Tampa this Thursday
The 70 year-old musician is currently on her final run of live shows, dubbed the “Celebrating Our Years Together” tour.
Singer-songwriters Liam Bauman, Leon Majcen and Taylor Raynor play a farewell show at St. Pete’s Hideaway Cafe
The trio are about to make their move to Nashville, to continue their careers in The Music City.
Rusted Root’s Michael Glabicki and Dirk Miller play an intimate gig in Safety Harbor this week
Glabicki recently released his solo project called “Uprooted,” a stripped down, percussion-heavy album.
Atlanta-based Southern rock band Drivin N Cryin’ headlines The Attic
Nashville grunge-rockers Lore open this Ybor City gig.
‘The Voice’ winners, Girl Named Tom, head to Clearwater this weekend
This sibling harmony group embarks on their first national tour, playing their debut Tampa Bay show this Friday.
Singer-songwriter Chase Bryant plays Pasco County’s 100th Chasco Fiesta this weekend
Country music star Drew Baldridge opens the Saturday night festival set.
The Orpheum hosts a night of metalcore with Texas-based band Fit For A King
Silent Planet, Hollow Front and Avoid open the gig.
James Taylor’s brother, Livingston Taylor, brings his emotional tunes to Clearwater this weekend
Singer-songwriter and storyteller Tom Chapin opens this highly-anticipated show.
Post-hardcore band Drug Church headlines Crowbar in promotion of their newest album, ‘Hygiene’
This Ybor City weekend gig has a strong undercard of One Step Closer, Soul Blind and Lurk.
PhilFest, an annual celebration of all things Filipino, returns to Tampa this weekend
Tickets for each day run for $6 in advance, or $8 at the door.
Don’t Kale Me Crazy officially opens at Midtown Tampa today, and they're giving away free smoothies
The restaurant is giving away free celebratory smoothies today from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Bamboozle heads to Seminole Heights, Taste of South Tampa Fest returns this weekend, and more Tampa Bay foodie news
Tampa Bay Taco Week starts in a few days, so plan your taco runs accordingly.
By Kyla Fields, Brandalynn Nuñez Cepeda and Sofía García Vargas
Predalina will bring its Mediterranean cuisine and boutique decor to Water Street Tampa
Tampa-based hospitality group Oxford Commons’ newest concept will debut early next year.
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Cigar City Brewing parent company reportedly lays off at least 12 Tampa employees
Palm Harbor is getting a Trader Joe's
Stone Temple Pilots and Live are coming to Tampa this summer
By Suzanne Townsend
‘Southern Living’ names Columbia Restaurant’s Cuban sandwich best in Florida
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