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Vol. 35, No. 20
Florida wants social-studies text books to not include 'Critical race theory, social justice, or culturally responsive teaching'
The state’s process for adopting social-studies materials is slated to continue through April 2023.
By Ryan Dailey and News Service of Florida
Florida House Democrats poised to select Tampa's Fentrice Driskell as new leader
Driskell is the third House Democrat, after Alexander and Rep. Ben Diamond, D-St. Petersburg, to be considered as a successor to Jenne.
Former Florida congresswoman Corrine Brown pleads guilty to tax charge
Other charges against Brown were dropped in the deal.
By News Service of Florida
Rick Scott, 'a business guy,' says Biden has a problem with ‘incompetent people’ in the White House
'You would never, ever in your wildest dreams hire these people.'
By A.G. Gancarski and Florida Politics
Here are the Florida Republicans who voted against the bill to ease baby formula shortage
The Infant Formula Supplemental Appropriations Act, which passed 231 to 192 (mostly on party lines).
By Colin Wolf
Florida was undercounted in the 2020 census, and likely lost a congressional seat
Florida had an estimated 3.48 percent undercount, the fourth-highest rate in the country.
NRA seeks to overturn Florida law prohibiting rifle sales to adults under 21
Federal law already barred sales of handguns to people under 21.
By Dara Kam and News Service of Florida
Florida's COVID-19 hospitalizations jumped 24% this week
The data showed that 1,941 inpatients had COVID-19, up from 1,560 a week earlier and 1,303 two weeks earlier.
New poll: Florida Sen. Rick Scott is virtually unpopular across all demographics
All age groups registered net disapproval, even senior citizens.
Tampa city attorneys eye construction law changes after City Center at Hanna Avenue debacle
Following months of controversy, city attorneys are looking to change local laws to increase transparency and accountability.
By Justin Garcia
Amid market crisis, a crypto company is moving into Tampa's Sparkman Wharf
CoinFlip CEO claims that the city is 'quickly becoming a crypto hub' for the U.S.
By Max Steele
Poll: Over 80% of Tampa residents want to vote for police review board changes
The poll found that Tampa voters overwhelmingly support an independent attorney and subpoena power for the police review board.
Tampa mortgage payments are up $648 a month from last year
Over the past year, both renters and homeowners have faced soaring price tags.
By Molly Ryan
Tampa Bay Times leaders say donations are an important and growing revenue stream to sustain journalism
Conan Gallaty and Paul Tash were in Ybor City to talk about the paper's 'season of renewal.'
By Ray Roa
America will be stuck with the consequences of Trump for the rest of our lives
Just as he did with the Supreme Court, Trump packed the federal judiciary with often-unqualified ideologues handpicked by the Federalist Society.
By Jeffrey C. Billman
L.A. indie-folk favorite The Head and the Heart kicks off US tour in St. Pete this weekend
Jade Bird opens at Jannus Live on Friday.
Christian pop songwriter Sarah Reeves plays Tampa listening room concert on Friday
'Idol'' contestant Clark Beckham opens.
Canadian EBM staple Front Line Assembly plays Ybor City on Saturday
The gig is one of the last for Orpheum's Ybor location, which is closing next week.
By Paul Catala
Orpheum’s last concert in Ybor City is next week, and the new location should be ready by June 11
Emo Night Brooklyn’s Friday, May 27 dance party is the last time doors will open.
Country songwriter Lauren Morrow leads bill for Saturday's 'End of the World Music Festival' in Tampa
The show is curated by local Americana favorite Have Gun, Will Travel.
'Ransom' rapper Lil Tecca plays Ybor City this weekend
BabySantana, Bktherula, and yvngxchris open at The Ritz.
By Josh Bradley
Electro-pop duo Fantastical Tigers will play self-titled album in full in St. Pete this weekend
Deb Ruby and Emily Turnage open the show.
LA pop-rock favorite Wallows heads to St. Petersburg next week
Self-described “indie rock pop sweet-hawt” Jordana opens.
Tampa Bay jazz community comes together for Pat Close benefit concert on Sunday
The show happens at Hillsborough Community College in Ybor City.
By Eric Snider
27 live music concerts and events happening in Tampa Bay this weekend
Phoebe Bridgers, Dave Matthews Band, Wallows and more.
By Ray Roa and Josh Bradley
New seafood market in St. Pete, Sunda New Asian comes to Tampa, and more local foodie news
And you can grab some of The Brutalist’s exclusive can and bottle releases as its grand opening party in The Burg’ this weekend.
By Kyla Fields
Ukrainian restaurant Pierogi Bar is now open in St. Petersburg
Don't let the lack of signage discourage you, Pierogi Bar currently slings its Eastern European delicacies 6 days a week.
Give the Drummer Some! Benefit for Pat Close
@ Mainstage Theatre @ HCC Ybor City
Sun., May 22, 3-6 p.m.
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