Ron DeSantis suspends presidential campaign, endorses Donald Trump

Ron DeSantis is out of the presidential race and is endorsing Donald Trump.

In a video released Sunday, the Republican candidate suspended his campaign, after a distant second place finish in Iowa, an expected even more distant third place in the Granite State, and an uncertain path for delegates ahead.

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Tom Keen & Alex Petrick is in the Rotation

The Polls Prove It: Many Republicans Love Fascism

About half of Republicans hear Trump’s rhetoric and think, “Yes, this exactly what I want.” These are the Americans who believe they should be forever atop the social and political order because of their race and/or religion and are angry at society for changing in ways that have leveled the playing field even a little. Trump promised these voters that “I am your retribution,” and they are planning to hold him to it.....Read More

‘It’s every woman’s worst nightmare’: Joe Biden ad highlights consequences of overturning Roe v. Wade under Donald Trump

President Joe Biden’s re-election campaign is airing a new TV spot highlighting the consequences of the weakened abortion protections under his predecessor.....Read More

Zora Neale Hurston Festival of the Arts and Humanities 2024

ZORA! Festival 2024

E. Kennedy Blvd.

between Wymore Rd & E. Calhoun Ave.

 

Friday, Jan. 26: 9 a.m. -  5 p.m.

Saturday, Jan. 27: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Sunday, Jan. 28: 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

 

Website HERE

 

America’s longest running arts and humanities festival celebrating the cultural contributions of people of African ancestry throughout the Diaspora.

The festival is comprised of public talks, museum exhibitions, historical tours, stage performances, arts education programming, a humanities-based conference, and an Outdoor Festival of the Arts.

‘You’re bad because you may be white’: Ron DeSantis continues DEI assault

Ron DeSantis is continuing his attacks on diversity efforts as he campaigns in South Carolina.

During remarks in Lexington, the Governor asserted the “need” to “get rid of DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) in all facets of American life,” including “military, corporations, and bureaucracy.”

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Gaza death toll surpasses 25,000: Gaza Health Ministry

The death toll in Gaza has reached over 25,000 people, local health officials said Sunday, as Israel presses forward with its campaign to eliminate the threat of Palestinian militant group Hamas.

The Gaza Health Ministry on Sunday said 25,105 people have died in the coastal enclave, while over 62,600 others have been wounded since Hamas launched its surprise assault in southern Israel on Oct. 7. This number included the 178 bodies brought to Gaza’s hospitals since Saturday, the Health Ministry added.

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Tiny pirates invade Gaspirilla for the children's parade

Hundreds of kids dressed in their best pirate costumes invaded Bay Boulevard for this year’s Children’s Gasparilla Parade.....Read More

Moms for Liberty co-founder defends de facto book bans with 'graphic' example

Ybor City Homeless

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Florida Ex-GOP chair Christian Ziegler faces video voyeurism charge

What Stogie Had For Lunch

Stewed Chicken

With Rice and Cabbage

$6.49 Lunch Special 

Hines Caribbean Cuisine

3313 N. Nebraska Ave, Ybor Heights

Tampa's Best Jamaican Food!

What the DeSantis campaign cost: 87,000 lives, $150 million and Ron's dignity

Tampa Hoods: Ybor City

8th Ave

Subpar Food Reviews at Jamaican Infused Cuisine in Ybor City

Israel's Netanyahu rejects any Palestinian sovereignty in post-war Gaza, rebuffing Biden

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Saturday that he “will not compromise on full Israeli control” over Gaza and that “this is contrary to a Palestinian state,” rejecting U.S. President Joe Biden’s suggestion that creative solutions could bridge wide gaps between the leaders' views on Palestinian statehood.....Read More

Rare Florida panther sighting at Duette Preserve

It’s a quick 4-second video, but a Florida Panther was spotted on a trail camera at Duette Preserve in Manatee County.

NO DICE, DONNIE: Trump Twitter DM’s can be used as evidence, court rules

By implication, there is now no denying that Trump and third parties were communicating sensitive information over Twitter DMs. Another section gets into whether Musk wanted to act on behalf of Trump as a matter of currying favor.....Read More

Historic Black cemetery location confirmed on MacDill AFB

The location of yet another one of Tampa Bay's historic Black cemeteries has been confirmed.

According to MacDill Air Force Base, a non-intrusive archaeological survey conducted in 2022 and 2023 found the Port Tampa Cemetery sat on part of what's now the base's Tanker Way gate.

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In Memoriam Wall in downtown Tampa remembers every homeless death in 2023

Paint pen in hand, Josefina Sanders etched name after name on a downtown Tampa wall Thursday morning.

"This is one of my favorite projects," she said.

That's because every name she writes is a chance to honor a life lost. A life that society sometimes tends to overlook.

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Tampa Bay March for Life kicks off in St. Pete; counter activists protest

Anti-abortion activists and pro-abortion rights activists both made their voices heard Saturday at the the fourth annual Tampa Bay March for Life.....Read More

Hillsborough Cold Weather Shelters to Open Saturday Night, Jan. 20, 2024

Program is expected to have high demand and limited capacity.

Hillsborough County's cold weather shelters program will be activated Saturday, Jan. 20 for the homeless and those who live in homes without adequate heat who are unable to find other accommodations. The National Weather Service expects local temperatures to dip to or below 40 degrees with wind chill in Hillsborough County on Saturday night.

List of shelters HERE

Hostage families protest outside Netanyahu's home, ramping up pressure for a truce-for-hostages deal

Relatives of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza protested Saturday outside the home of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, expressing frustration over his government’s seeming lack of progress in getting the more than 100 captives released as the war in Gaza drags on.....Read More

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Rep. Maxwell Frost To Blasts GOP Over Immigration Proposals: 'The Least You Can Do Is Not Be A Damn Liar'

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Marco Rubio's endorsement of Donald Trump shows establishment resignation |

What Stogie Had For Lunch

Best Pizza in Tampa

With Cannolis and Beer

NY, NY Pizza - Ybor City

DeSantis confronted by voter furious about Dr. Seuss book ban

Florida House panel approves term limit for county commissioners

State Representative Michelle Salzman R-Pensacola, sponsor of HB 57. // Credit: The Florida Channel 1/19/24

The Local Administration, Federal Affairs & Special Districts Subcommittee voted unanimously in favor of a proposal early Friday that would enforce a 12-year term limit for county commissioners. The bill passed after amending the restriction from eight years to 12.....Read More

White House calls out Florida for not joining summer EBT program

The White House has called out Florida and other GOP-led states for not opting into a summer food assistance program for kids.....Read More

Yikes! Gaetz Says GOP Doesn't Need Women Because They Are Gaining 'Julio And Jamaal'

Not this Julio, Matt.