News in Tampa
Rift escalates as Trump targets Miami GOP Rep. María Elvira Salazar in Truth Social posts
The race for Florida's 27th Congressional District flared up over the weekend when President Donald Trump reposted on his Truth Social account more than a dozen posts excoriating incumbent Elvira Salazar.
The rising cost of power in Florida — and the system that allows it
Over the past several months, WUSF has researched what's behind rising electricity costs and what — if anything — can be done about them.
Fossil fuels vs. solar: Which should power Florida to lower energy bills?
Solar hasn’t necessarily been replacing Florida utilities’ fossil fuel use, the state’s consumer advocate says — it’s actually been used in some cases to bring more fuel online, expanding the grid and your electricity bills.
What’s behind the high electricity bills crushing Floridians?
Rising electricity prices are part of a statewide trend driven by consecutive rate hikes, high energy consumption, and a system that lets investor-owned utilities pass on costs to customers.
How the Florida Public Service Commission affects what you pay for electricity
When utilities want to raise rates or recoup costs, they have to go before the Florida Public Service Commission for approval.
How has Florida's Live Local Act influenced affordable housing in the state?
On “The Florida Roundup,” Florida Housing Coalition Chief Executive Officer Ashon Nesbitt discusses how much affordable housing has been built through the Live Local Act.
New Florida laws take effect Oct. 1. Here’s what they do
The new laws cover everything from nitrous oxide sales and animal cruelty to rental fraud, specialty license plates and transportation.
Bucs struggle in 23-17 setback to Vikings, fall to 0-3 and lose Mayfield to injury
Tampa Bay remained winless after three games for the first time in 12 years. To make matters worse, Baker Mayfield left late in the game after dislocating the thumb on his throwing hand.
St Pete Catalyst
Published September 27Rays to give away postseason yard signs
The Tampa Bay Rays will host two “Rep the Rays” events where fans can pick up free yard signs, car flags and other postseason giveaways from 5 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 29, at Tropicana Field and Thursday, Oct. 1, at Midtown Tampa. The Trop event includes a walk-in experience and…
Democrat José Javier Rodríguez launches 'Give 'Em Hell' ad campaign in Florida AG race
The ad, released in both English and Spanish, centers on Rodríguez's background and career while sharply criticizing incumbent Republican Attorney General James Uthmeier.
Central Florida advocates urge action on terminated TPS for Haitians
Advocates in Central Florida are urging for Haitians' Temporary Protected Status to be restored.
Amendment 3 promises property tax relief. What would it cost the Suncoast?
Amendment 3 would dramatically reduce property taxes for homeowners by increasing the homestead exemption for non-school taxes from $50,000 to $150,000 next year before jumping to $250,000 in 2028.