Christopher Spata
Tampa Bay Times
Tampa, FL, United States
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With households cash-strapped, here’s what it’s like at a Pinellas pawn shop
The ‘Pawn Stars’ are coming to Tampa Bay, but what’s the reality of being a pawnbroker? → Read More
New York City’s Naked Cowboy spotted in Tampa
John Burck said he plans to return to Lykes Gaslight Square Park. → Read More
Who are the carnival workers at the Florida State Fair?
Carnival life in 2023 is mostly different than the old days, but in a few ways it’s the same. → Read More
Scenes from Tampa’s ‘dead mall,’ alive with nostalgia
At the transforming University Mall near USF, some still shop and work, while others come for the vibes. → Read More
Festivus Airing of Grievances: Our readers’ top complaints of 2022
We asked you to complain in the tradition of “Seinfeld.” Once again, you delivered. → Read More
Distinctive holiday reindeer multiply in south Tampa
A Christmas tradition born from a neighbor’s generosity — and sense of humor — takes hold. → Read More
With inflation, can you really make a cheaper cheeseburger at home?
The value of eating out in Tampa Bay versus the value of cooking it yourself, weighed by a hungry journalist. → Read More
Florida student’s Twitter bot tracking Musk’s jet suspended
The Elon Musk private jet account was taken down, but Jack Sweeney’s other jet trackers remain. → Read More
Festivus: Share your complaints and grievances for 2022
It’s your chance to gripe and get it published in the Tampa Bay Times. → Read More
Pinellas husband and wife who smoked in Capitol during riot sentenced to jail
Both pleaded guilty to misdemeanors during the Jan. 6 attack. → Read More
Live updates: Polls open at 7 a.m. on Election Day in Florida
The latest on DeSantis vs. Crist, Demings vs. Rubio and dozens of local elections in Tampa Bay. → Read More
Around St. Petersburg, hopes hang on a record $1.9 billion Powerball jackpot
Here and across the nation, lottery ticket buyers took their shot at a breathtaking fortune. → Read More
Tell us: What are you grateful for in 2022, Tampa Bay?
Before Thanksgiving, share something good that happened to you this year. Your story may end up in the Times. → Read More
Who are Tampa Bay’s Jan. 6 rioters, really?
Parents, business owners, first time voters – Americans. A closer look. → Read More
Florida man sent ‘Disciples of Democracy’ death threats to Capitol rioters
Former firefighter from south Florida pleaded guilty to anti-right-wing letters in federal court. → Read More
Fatal shooting on Sunshine Skyway Bridge fishing pier was ‘targeted,’ deputies say
The victim was found in car parked on the fishing pier at the southern end of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge. → Read More
Tampa Bay emerges after Hurricane Ian to survey the damage
Evidence of the historic storm was clear in Hillsborough and Pinellas, but not catastrophic. → Read More
Wednesday live updates: Hurricane Ian, now a Category 4, will hit Florida today
Heavy rain and wind are headed to Tampa Bay and much of the Florida peninsula. → Read More
What to do if Hurricane Ian damages your home
Stay calm, then call your insurance company. → Read More
Florida’s ‘real’ tourist attraction is rocket launches
Artemis is a big deal at an already-booming time for the space industry, sending fans flocking to the Space Coast. → Read More