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Yahoo
an hour ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Ballot measure petitioners race against the clock before new restrictions
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – A controversial new law making it tougher for citizen-led amendments to get on the ballot will go into effect next week. This weekend, a political action committee organized a statewide effort to collect as many signatures as possible for several ballot measure proposals before House Bill 1205 goes into effect. Nick Biscardi is the political action chair with the Hillsborough County LGBTQ+ Democratic Caucus. 'We are not going to stand for it,' Biscardi said. Biscardi is leading Tampa Bay's efforts for a petition surge this weekend. He's helping Florida Constitutional Amendments Network, which is the PAC behind the statewide drive. 'We've seen the amendments that have passed here in Florida because of these petitions. Biscardi mentioned increasing the state minimum wage and restoring voting rights for some felons as two examples. However, changes to collecting and delivering petitions for future ballot measures go into effect on Tuesday. 'DeSantis and the republicans in Florida are doing everything they can to restrict the rights that we have to actually get amendments on the ballot,' Biscardi said. The governor called for changes following claims of fraudulent petitions during campaigns to expand access to abortion and legalize recreational marijuana. Florida Republican Party Chair Evan Power said the new law is about preventing fraudulent signatures and outside influence. 'This gives us the ability to say you must be eligible to vote in Florida in order to collect petitions, so we can guarantee those petitions are fair, accurate, and are collected by Floridians,' Power said. The new law states that only Florida residents who are U.S. citizens can collect signatures or deliver petitions. If they handle more than 25 petitions, that will require registration with the Secretary of State's office, and after a petition is signed, that means a voter has 10 days instead of 30 to turn it in. There could be fines or even criminal charges for breaking this law. 'Here in Florida, we have a legislature that passes laws, and if you really want to change a law, you should advocate to elect people to change that law in Tallahassee,' Power said. This month, a federal judge struck down a key GOP provision in the law. The judge didn't allow the law to expand the definition of 'racketeering' to include some petition gathering efforts. However, the judge is allowing nearly all of HB1205 to become law. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Associated Press
4 hours ago
- Sport
- Associated Press
Henderson leads Orioles against the Rays after 4-hit game
Tampa Bay Rays (46-36, second in the AL East) vs. Baltimore Orioles (35-46, fifth in the AL East) Baltimore; Saturday, 4:05 p.m. EDT PITCHING PROBABLES: Rays: Zack Littell (6-7, 3.78 ERA, 1.10 WHIP, 66 strikeouts); Orioles: Zach Eflin (6-4, 5.46 ERA, 1.38 WHIP, 42 strikeouts) BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Orioles -110, Rays -109; over/under is 10 runs BOTTOM LINE: The Baltimore Orioles play the Tampa Bay Rays after Gunnar Henderson had four hits against the Rays on Friday. Baltimore has an 18-21 record at home and a 35-46 record overall. The Orioles have a 23-8 record in games when they scored at least five runs. Tampa Bay has a 46-36 record overall and a 19-13 record in road games. The Rays have the fourth-ranked team slugging percentage in the AL at .408. Saturday's game is the sixth time these teams meet this season. The Orioles have a 3-2 advantage in the season series. TOP PERFORMERS: Henderson has 14 doubles, three triples, nine home runs and 25 RBIs while hitting .279 for the Orioles. Gary Sanchez is 13 for 34 with a double and four home runs over the past 10 games. Brandon Lowe has 10 doubles and 17 home runs for the Rays. Junior Caminero is 13 for 41 with two doubles and three home runs over the last 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Orioles: 5-5, .239 batting average, 4.91 ERA, outscored opponents by six runs Rays: 6-4, .311 batting average, 5.76 ERA, outscored by one run INJURIES: Orioles: Jordan Westburg: day-to-day (finger), Maverick Handley: 7-Day IL (head), Ryan Mountcastle: 60-Day IL (hamstring), Adley Rutschman: 10-Day IL (oblique), Cade Povich: 15-Day IL (hip), Jorge Mateo: 10-Day IL (elbow), Cody Poteet: 60-Day IL (shoulder), Tyler O'Neill: 10-Day IL (shoulder), Grayson Rodriguez: 60-Day IL (elbow), Albert Suarez: 60-Day IL (shoulder), Tyler Wells: 60-Day IL (elbow), Kyle Bradish: 60-Day IL (elbow) Rays: Manuel Rodriguez: 15-Day IL (forearm), Jonny Deluca: 60-Day IL (shoulder), Ha-Seong Kim: 60-Day IL (shoulder), Hunter Bigge: 15-Day IL (lat), Shane McClanahan: 60-Day IL (tricep), Richie Palacios: 10-Day IL (knee), Alex Faedo: 60-Day IL (shoulder), Nathan Lavender: 60-Day IL (elbow) ___ The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.
Associated Press
5 hours ago
- Business
- Associated Press
L3 Limo Party Bus Rental Company Expands Tampa Fleet for Record July 4th Weekend Travel
L3 Limo Party Bus Rental Company Expands Tampa Fleet for Record July 4th Weekend Travel Transportation provider adds luxury party bus capacity as Tampa Bay area prepares for Boom by the Bay celebration L3 Limo, a party bus rental company serving the Tampa Bay area, has expanded its luxurious fleet ahead of Independence Day weekend as travel projections indicate record-breaking holiday demand, with more than 20 celebrations planned across the region. According to AAA, an estimated 72.2 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles from home during the holiday week, with 4.78 million traveling by bus, train, or cruise. Locally, multiple municipalities are preparing for large-scale festivities, including Boom by the Bay, which spans several downtown venues such as the Friends of the Tampa Riverwalk Boat Parade, Star Spangled Sparkman Wharf, and the Heights District Fourth of July Celebration at Armature Works. L3 Limo is positioning additional party bus and luxury vehicles to accommodate groups attending Independence Day events and celebrations across Tampa Bay, including sporting events, concerts, bachelorette parties, bachelor parties, birthdays, and weddings. From Clearwater's Coachman Park concerts to St. Petersburg's Red, White & Views festival and Temple Terrace's golf club fireworks, L3 Limo's party buses feature premium sound systems for passengers' favorite music, LED lighting, and onboard entertainment where guests can enjoy their favorite movies, ensuring guests celebrate comfortably as they travel between these Tampa Bay events. 'Tampa Bay has become a top priority destination for July 4th weekend celebrations, and our professional reservations team is seeing unprecedented demand for tampa party bus rental services from Ybor City to Raymond James Stadium,' said Mr. Seghrouchni, owner of L3 Limo. 'Whether guests want to celebrate at Amalie Arena events, brewery tours, or a bar crawl through town, we provide quality transportation so the party starts the moment they step aboard.' Industry data indicates that party bus prices often rise by 30–50% during peak holiday periods such as July 4th. Reflecting this demand, L3 Limo's reservation specialists report strong advance bookings from groups planning to travel between Tampa Bay's many Independence Day attractions, from Safety Harbor's patriotic parade and Tarpon Springs' picnic events to festivities at Sparkman Wharf and the Tampa Bay History Center area. July 4, 2025 Boom by the Bay 2025 will include the Heights District Fourth of July Celebration at Armature Works, the Star Spangled Sparkman Wharf festivities, and the Friends of the Tampa Riverwalk Boat Parade along the Hillsborough River. The Friends of the Tampa Riverwalk July 4th celebration features a boat parade with the theme 'Salute to Service,' honoring military and first responders with patriotic displays on the water. The event includes a water ski show, blessing of the fleet, and fireworks, with boats competing for most patriotic vessel. VIP tickets offer premium seating with drinks and food for spectators. This multi-venue format creates transportation challenges for attendees traveling between locations throughout the night, increasing demand for group transportation solutions like tampa party bus rentals. The special event weekend coincides with other major Tampa Bay area attractions near Raymond James Stadium and various sporting events throughout the fun-filled holiday period. L3 Limo serves the whole crew for any big event, with a fleet of tampa party buses accommodating groups of all sizes—from intimate birthday parties to large wedding parties. Its luxury vehicles feature premium sound systems, LED lighting, and onboard entertainment, with knowledgeable chauffeurs ensuring VIP treatment for every ride. Customers can request a free quote for tampa party bus services by filling out a contact form on the company's website or contacting L3 Limo directly via phone or email. About L3 Limo L3 Limo is a Tampa-based charter bus and party bus company serving Central Florida. The limo fleet provider offers quality transportation services for wedding packages, corporate events, birthday parties, celebrations and special occasions throughout Tampa Florida. More information is available at L3 Limo 5804 E Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Tampa, FL 33619 (813) 699-5777 Media Contact Company Name: L3 Limo Contact Person: Adell Seghrouchni Email: Send Email Phone: (813) 699-5777 Address:5804 E Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd City: Tampa State: FL Country: United States Website: Press Release Distributed by To view the original version on ABNewswire visit: L3 Limo Party Bus Rental Company Expands Tampa Fleet for Record July 4th Weekend Travel
Globe and Mail
9 hours ago
- Business
- Globe and Mail
L3 Limo Party Bus Rental Company Expands Tampa Fleet for Record July 4th Weekend Travel
Transportation provider adds luxury party bus capacity as Tampa Bay area prepares for Boom by the Bay celebration L3 Limo, a party bus rental company serving the Tampa Bay area, has expanded its luxurious fleet ahead of Independence Day weekend as travel projections indicate record-breaking holiday demand, with more than 20 celebrations planned across the region. According to AAA, an estimated 72.2 million Americans will travel at least 50 miles from home during the holiday week, with 4.78 million traveling by bus, train, or cruise. Locally, multiple municipalities are preparing for large-scale festivities, including Boom by the Bay, which spans several downtown venues such as the Friends of the Tampa Riverwalk Boat Parade, Star Spangled Sparkman Wharf, and the Heights District Fourth of July Celebration at Armature Works. L3 Limo is positioning additional party bus and luxury vehicles to accommodate groups attending Independence Day events and celebrations across Tampa Bay, including sporting events, concerts, bachelorette parties, bachelor parties, birthdays, and weddings. From Clearwater's Coachman Park concerts to St. Petersburg's Red, White & Views festival and Temple Terrace's golf club fireworks, L3 Limo's party buses feature premium sound systems for passengers' favorite music, LED lighting, and onboard entertainment where guests can enjoy their favorite movies, ensuring guests celebrate comfortably as they travel between these Tampa Bay events. "Tampa Bay has become a top priority destination for July 4th weekend celebrations, and our professional reservations team is seeing unprecedented demand for tampa party bus rental services from Ybor City to Raymond James Stadium," said Mr. Seghrouchni, owner of L3 Limo. "Whether guests want to celebrate at Amalie Arena events, brewery tours, or a bar crawl through town, we provide quality transportation so the party starts the moment they step aboard." Industry data indicates that party bus prices often rise by 30–50% during peak holiday periods such as July 4th. Reflecting this demand, L3 Limo's reservation specialists report strong advance bookings from groups planning to travel between Tampa Bay's many Independence Day attractions, from Safety Harbor's patriotic parade and Tarpon Springs' picnic events to festivities at Sparkman Wharf and the Tampa Bay History Center area. July 4, 2025 Boom by the Bay 2025 will include the Heights District Fourth of July Celebration at Armature Works, the Star Spangled Sparkman Wharf festivities, and the Friends of the Tampa Riverwalk Boat Parade along the Hillsborough River. The Friends of the Tampa Riverwalk July 4th celebration features a boat parade with the theme "Salute to Service," honoring military and first responders with patriotic displays on the water. The event includes a water ski show, blessing of the fleet, and fireworks, with boats competing for most patriotic vessel. VIP tickets offer premium seating with drinks and food for spectators. This multi-venue format creates transportation challenges for attendees traveling between locations throughout the night, increasing demand for group transportation solutions like tampa party bus rentals. The special event weekend coincides with other major Tampa Bay area attractions near Raymond James Stadium and various sporting events throughout the fun-filled holiday period. L3 Limo serves the whole crew for any big event, with a fleet of tampa party buses accommodating groups of all sizes—from intimate birthday parties to large wedding parties. Its luxury vehicles feature premium sound systems, LED lighting, and onboard entertainment, with knowledgeable chauffeurs ensuring VIP treatment for every ride. Customers can request a free quote for tampa party bus services by filling out a contact form on the company's website or contacting L3 Limo directly via phone or email. About L3 Limo L3 Limo is a Tampa-based charter bus and party bus company serving Central Florida. The limo fleet provider offers quality transportation services for wedding packages, corporate events, birthday parties, celebrations and special occasions throughout Tampa Florida. More information is available at L3 Limo 5804 E Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Tampa, FL 33619 (813) 699-5777 Media Contact Company Name: L3 Limo Contact Person: Adell Seghrouchni Email: Send Email Phone: (813) 699-5777 Address: 5804 E Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd City: Tampa State: FL Country: United States Website:
Daily Mail
11 hours ago
- Business
- Daily Mail
We love the Glazers here (even if our stadium leaks too!): Welcome to Tampa, home of Manchester United's unpopular owners - and where a local fanbase is besotted with their thriving sports team
At the Glazer Children's Museum in Tampa, they know all about their benefactors' ownership of Manchester United. 'Sometimes I open my emails and there will be a flood of messages which can be pretty critical, asking me to tell the Glazer family certain things,' explains Sarah Cole, the facility's president and chief executive.
