Florida Has A Killer of an AI Problem – And It’s Not What You...
From the FSU shooting to the USF slayings, the Sunshine State is treating chatbots like accomplices to murder. Prosecutors are asking: If a machine tells you how to kill, is the machine guilty.
Pinellas Pepper Fest brings the heat this weekend
Can’t handle the spice? You can still watch pepper fest veterans test their taste buds with the Extreme Lolli Lick-A-Thon, featuring the spiciest lolly pop in the world, and the Amateur Jalapeno Eating Contest. The post Pinellas Pepper Fest brings the heat this weekend appeared first on Creative Loafing Tampa .
Hillsborough Tax Collector will bring services on the road with ‘MILES’ bus
Death and taxes are inevitabilities in life, and one of those wants to come to your doorstep in the next few months. Nancy Millan, the county’s first Hispanic and female Tax Collector, announced the launch of her Mobile IDs, Licenses and Essential Services (MILES) center. Millan’s initiative comes in the wake of a similar initiative […] The post Hillsborough Tax Collector will bring services on...
Guns, Grass, And Greed: Tampa Raid Ends In Three Arrests And A Massive Stash
TAMPA, Fla. – A Friday morning warrant sweep in a Tampa neighborhood has landed three men in jail after Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office detectives turned up a small arsenal and a significant supply of narcotics. Members of the Gang Unit descended on the residence on April 24, 2026,...
Hisham Abugharbieh arrested following standoff in case of missing USF students
Hisham Abugharbieh, 26, was taken into custody after a 20-minute standoff at his family’s home. (Source: Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office)
Byron Donalds introduces Insurer Scorecard to lower premiums, give consumers info
Insurance is a big issue for Florida voters, and a candidate for Governor has a novel proposal to bring transparency for homeowners. Byron Donalds introduced an insurer scorecard during a Saturday swing through Pinellas County, which would make Florida the first in the nation to list price, claims and insurer performance together in a single comparison tool.
St. Petersburg will spend $1.4 million to demolish the Jungle Prada Pier
ST. PETERSBURG — Eighteen months after Hurricane Helene tore through the fishing pier at Jungle Prada de Narvaez Park, the structure still stands in Boca Ciega Bay — closed, deteriorating and untouched. Most of south Pinellas County has lagged. Fort De Soto's Bay Pier, damaged by the same...
Pinellas County breaks ground on new Palm Harbor rec center
PALM HARBOR — Pinellas County broke ground April 17 on a recreation center at 1500 16th St. that will replace the 1979 Palm Harbor Senior Center and serve as a hardened emergency shelter for North Pinellas. The 28,457-square-foot facility will cost more than $14 million, funded through the Penny...
Think Buffets Are Basic? These 12 Florida Spots Will Change Your Mind
Most people picture sad sneeze guards and lukewarm mac and cheese when they hear the word buffet. But Florida is quietly home to some of the most exciting, over-the-top, and downright delicious all-you-can-eat experiences in the country. From sizzling Brazilian churrasco to fresh sushi rolls and buttery lobster, these spots...
Isolated rain arrives with a weak front Monday
A weak front passing through the Tampa Bay area will bring isolated showers and some storms through southern parts of the area Monday afternoon. Thanks to the support of a passing front, a few areas of showers, and a storm or two, will develop Monday afternoon. Most rain today will exist along and south of […]
