Carl Lisciandrello

Digital news editor for @NPR affiliate @WUSF. Previously with @TB_Times and @TBOcom. Early guy, man of faith, Gator, Jersey transplant.

[Carl Lisciandrello @carlmarksWUSF]

The last time I had all my presents bought and wrapped a week before Christmas? That's right, never.

[Carl Lisciandrello @carlmarksWUSF]

New on @wusf: Impending restrictions on gender-affirming care and the impact on youth, law could jeopardize Florida's rental boat industry, and a rainy week ahead of a holiday cold blast. https://t.co/fplGNB0ehO

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New on @wusf: @PortTampaBay sees a boom in cruises, foreclosures and evictions could be on the rise in 2023, breaking down the property insurance overhaul, and Thursday's destructive storms make way for a cooler weekend. https://t.co/fplGNB0ehO

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As just heard on @MorningEdition: Gov. DeSantis won't discuss a possible run for the GOP presidential nomination, but his fundraising and upcoming book release likely represent a stealth campaign. https://t.co/ReqN06E7wd

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New on @wusf: The latest on Tampa's wastewater efforts, Pine Island residents upset over lack of Ian assistance, Ian loan deadline extended, and a battle over how librarians should screen school books. https://t.co/fplGNB0ehO

[Carl Lisciandrello @carlmarksWUSF]

Had no idea there was also a Clearwater, Kansas, an hour and a half south of Tampa, Kansas, until my Kansas-native fiance pointed it out.

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From Tampa, Kansas to Tampa, Florida. See how @VisitTampaBay flew nearly the entire town here for a free trip. @radiocraigkopp https://t.co/I9M5k8vCwu

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New on @wusf: Deal reached to end Sarasota school superintendent's contract, how increases to Social Security benefits will impact area seniors, higher electric bills are coming, and (have to say it): They're not in Tampa, Kansas, anymore. https://t.co/fplGNB0ehO

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I don’t like high ladders. That is all.

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New on @wusf: More kids are struggling with suicidal thoughts, a rare panther killing in Hillsborough, hurricanes are unearthing shipwrecks, and what should the public look for in the Tropicana Field proposals? https://t.co/fplGNB0ehO

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Here are the details from the four firms that have submitted plans to redevelop the Historic Gas Plant District and Tropicana Field site.
https://t.co/llO9Mq1wQL

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Tampa's police chief resigns, Nick Bollettieri dies, USF is introducing its new football coach, and HART votes to keep its director amid an investigation into allegations of a "toxic workplace" ... and it isn't even noon yet.

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Here's our story after O'Connor was placed on administrative leave last week. https://t.co/v9CqCSly6x

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Tampa Mayor Jane Castor has accepted the resignation of @TampaPD Chief Mary O'Connor, who was seen flashing her badge to a Pinellas County deputy during a traffic stop. Details coming soon.

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New on @wusf: The Andrew Warren trial ends, Ian damage forces Rays to seek a new spring home in 2023, troubles with Hillsborough's bus agency, and Tampa PD's chief could face discipline after she flashes her badge during a traffic stop. https://t.co/fplGNB0ehO

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WATCH: @TampaPD Chief Mary O'Connor could face disciplinary action after she was seen on body-cam video flashing her badge following a traffic stop in Pinellas County.
https://t.co/xgglm3hICs

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New on @wusf: Sarasota's school superintendent won't be fired but is stepping down, Pasco seeks feedback on a proposed a 37-mile trail, a promising Alzheimer's drug, and how @MoteMarineLab scientists found a treatment for diseased coral. https://t.co/fplGNB0ehO

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New on @wusf: @FentriceForFL on how Democrats can rebound, Clearwater's getting a new transit hub, a new Rodin exhibit @MFAStPete, and why 911 dispatchers won't get $1,000 bonuses. https://t.co/fplGNB0ehO

[Carl Lisciandrello @carlmarksWUSF]

Office chatter: Getting a valuable lesson on voice-to-text. Basically it's just older folks like me who actually use it. (And for those of you who end your texts with periods: stop).

[Carl Lisciandrello @carlmarksWUSF]

This just sounds like a nightmare.

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North Port officials say residents who want to temporarily discontinue utility services could face a $27,000 reconnection fee. @GabriellaPaul8
@Report4America https://t.co/bML4DqCrZ9

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An Election Night tradition, even while working a remote shift

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Civic duty complete. Now to decide between frozen pizza or takeout for my Election Night remote shift. #WUSFVotes