Tampa Pride returns with diversity parade, and a huge street festival in Ybor

Tampa Pride officially returns to the city of Tampa on March 23 with a full day of celebrations. Festivities for Tampa Pride 2024 include a vendor and wellness fair, a big street parade, and a Pride at Night Party at The Cuban Club in Historic Ybor City. Bands will perform at the Cuban Club Main Stage every hour beginning at 11:30am.....Read More

USF students protest university funds linked to Israel/Hamas war

USF Students engaging in a sit-in protest by the university seal in the Marshall Center. By: Josh Holton (03/18/24)

About 30 students at the University of South Florida protested inside the Board of Trustees meeting at the Tampa campus today. Some of those students began a hunger strike to oppose university investments in companies that are funding Israel’s war with Hamas.....Read More

NAACP warns athletes against Florida colleges

Florida’s ongoing battle with diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) is seen as a war against Black athletes according to one civil rights group.

And now, the NAACP is issuing a warning to those athletes who may be participating in college sports in the state, or considering doing so, to look at other places to study and play.

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Tampa doctors take healthcare out of the office and onto the riverwalk

Two Tampa Bay doctors are taking health care out of the doctor's office and onto the Tampa Riverwalk.....Read More

The courts will not save us from Donald Trump

The last couple of weeks have brought a steady stream of bad news for people hoping that Donald Trump could be defeated in and through the legal process. Courts, it turns out, will not spare the American people from the task of deciding whether the former president gets a return trip to the Oval Office.....Read More

Tampa Bay Airfest

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The Market on Water Street

The Water Street Market is held on the 3rd Sunday of each month, year-round. Market Hours are: October through May 10a-3p. June through September 10a-2p.....More Info

Big tobacco is trying to hide its greed behind ‘harm reduction’

You wouldn’t trust a thief to sell you a home alarm system, or a fox to guard a hen house. So why should we trust cigarette companies to help reduce tobacco use?....Read More

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Trump says some undocumented immigrants are ‘not people,’ warns US will see ‘bloodbath’ if not re-elected

Former President Trump denounced some undocumented immigrants as “not people” and warned of a “bloodbath” if he is not reelected at a chaotic rally in Ohio on Saturday night.....Read More

Joe Biden backs Chuck Schumer after his call for new Israeli elections

President Joe Biden expressed support Friday for Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer after the Senator called for new elections in Israel, the latest sign that the U.S. relationship with its closest Middle East ally is careening toward fracture over the war in Gaza.....Read More

Oklahoma medical examiner rules Nex Benedict’s death a suicide

Oklahoma high school student Nex Benedict died from suicide, the state medical examiner’s office ruled Wednesday, ending more than a month of speculation.....Read More

Miami Beach votes on enacting limits on protests following recent pro-Palestine events

The Miami Beach City Commission voted unanimously Wednesday for the city to enact limits on protests after a series of recent pro-Palestine demonstrations.....Read More

More than 1 in 5 Gen Z adults identify as LGBTQ+, survey finds

One in 13 U.S. adults — and more than one in five Generation Z adults — identify as LGBTQ+, according to Gallup’s annual survey.

The poll results, released Wednesday, found that 7.6% of Americans age 18 and older identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer or some other sexual orientation besides heterosexual.

That number has risen from 5.6% four years ago and 3.5% since Gallup first began tracking sexual orientation and transgender identity in 2012.

Among Gen Z adults — who were 18 to 26 years old when the survey was conducted in 2023 — 22.3% identify as LGBTQ+.

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Tampa considers change to allow more people to build tiny homes

The City of Tampa is considering expanding zoning laws to allow more people to build accessory dwelling units on their property. ADUs are also known as tiny homes or in-law suites.....Read More

Is TikTok going to be banned in the US?

Lawmakers in the House of Representatives overwhelmingly passed a bill Wednesday that could ban the ultra-popular social media app TikTok. The bill heads to the Senate next, and if it passes there, it’ll go to President Biden’s desk.....Read More

The Supreme Court granted Trump amnesty it has no power to give

The Supreme Court has decided to grant former President Donald Trump and all other insurrectionists running for federal office amnesty, allowing Trump to become president despite being disqualified by lower courts for engaging in an insurrection on Jan. 6. But Section 3 of the 14th Amendment only authorizes Congress with a two-thirds vote, not the Supreme Court, to grant such an amnesty.....Read More

BarrieHaus Beer Co. crowned best small brewery in Florida

In the historic Ybor City, BarrieHaus Beer Co. has proudly announced its recent triumph at the Best Florida Beer Championship, earning the esteemed title of Best Small Brewery in Florida. This accolade comes alongside a collection of awards celebrating their finely crafted lagers and European-style beers.....Read More

Sparkman Wharf announces waterfront Spring Break movie series

Sparkman Wharf isn’t just a playground for foodies. This waterfront gem replete with mural-covered shipping containers is also a major events destination that continues to transform itself for specific holidays and seasons. This March, the area will host several “Movies on the Lawn” events that are totally free to attend, and family-friendly.

The first three in the lineup are action-packed blockbuster sensations. Movies begin at noon each day:

• March 13: The Hunger Games
• March 14: Wonka
• March 15: Marvel’s The Avengers

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NAACP warns athletes against Florida colleges

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Florida’s ongoing battle with diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) is seen as a war against Black athletes according to one civil rights group.

And now, the NAACP is issuing a warning to those athletes who may be participating in college sports in the state, or considering doing so, to look at other places to study and play.

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Legislature locks out bills to cap rent increases, require AC in apartments

Twin bills aimed at giving renters a leg up in an increasingly landlord-friendly environment got locked out of the legislative process this year.

As written, the measures (SB 64, HB 31) would have restricted rent hikes to once a year and capped the annual increase at 30% of the existing rate.

The bills would also have added air conditioning units to the list of things landlords must provide to tenants.

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Tampa relaunching popular eBike Voucher Program

Everybody get your roll on! As we celebrate Florida Bike Month, gear up and join the City of Tampa on Tuesday, March 5, 2024, for the exciting re-launch of the popular eBike Voucher Program!  The kick-off event will include a hands-on eBike-Rodeo where community members can take an eBike for a free test-ride.

The first application window went live Friday, March 1, at 8am and runs through 5pm Friday, March 15.  Sign-ups can be done online at tampa.gov/ebike.  Sign-ups will also take place in person at one of four eBike Rodeo events or at the City's Parking offices located in the Fort Brooke Garage, 107 N Franklin St.

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Florida settles lawsuit over "Don't Say Gay"

Florida education officials and civil rights attorneys agreed to a settlement Monday, ending a yearslong legal battle over the controversial state law critics dubbed "Don't Say Gay."....Read More

Trump Superfan Tells TYT A "Secret" About Matt Gaetz

Reggae Rise Up Florida Festival

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Reggae Rise Up Florida Festival

Vinoy Park, St. Petersburg

March 14th-17th

Gates Open 4PM - Thursday

12PM - Friday / Saturday / Sunday 

Tickets HERE

Tampa Hoods: Ybor City

7th Ave

'There's no silver bullet to reach young voters' -Rep. Maxwell Alejandro Frost

Trump Scheme CALLED OUT In Bombshell Presidential Prediction

Donald Trump's undeniable plot to contest election results if they do not go in his favor get called out by President Biden and experts presidential predictions. John Iadarola and David Cay Johnston breaks it down on The Damage Report.