Carl Lisciandrello

Digital News Editor

Carl Lisciandrello is digital news editor of WUSF Public Media.

Carl has worked in the Tampa Bay media for nearly 40 years, starting as a clerk and part-time reporter in the Clearwater Sun sports department. He spent nearly 30 years in various positions at The Tampa Tribune and TBO.com, eventually becoming digital editor before joining the Tampa Bay Times as digital news editor in 2016.

Carl is a New Jersey native who likely can be found near a beach, at church, anywhere near downtown Safety Harbor, or enjoying a cigar with his buddies. He is a University of Florida graduate.

Addition Of Pasco and Polk Means Vacation Rentals Can Now Operate Across Tampa Bay

By • May 29, 2020

Counties across of Tampa Bay can now operate short-term vacation rentals.

The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation has approved plans by Pasco and Polk counties to accept reservations and check-ins, effective immediately.

Social Distancing No Longer Required At Pinellas County Beaches

By • May 29, 2020

Visitors to Pinellas County beaches are no longer required to practice social distancing.

Public pools and playgrounds will also be allowed to operate at full capacity.

Expert On Theme Parks Says Precautions During Reopening Will Be Crucial

By & & Matthew Peddie • May 27, 2020

When the first of Florida’s theme parks reopen next week, Robert Niles predicts they will be taking a cautious approach towards welcoming visitors back.

“On the attractions themselves, that’s a managed environment. Once they enter the queue for an attraction, it’s relatively simple as a concept to keep people spaced apart,” Niles said. “It’s out there on the streets of the theme park where the challenge [arises].”

Catholic Masses Can Resume Across Tampa Bay Starting This Weekend, Diocese Says

By • May 22, 2020

Two weeks after announcing Catholics across Tampa Bay can take part in public Masses from Monday through Saturday, parishioners now will be able to attend on Sundays.

St. Pete Pride Cancels 2020 Celebration Due To Coronavirus Pandemic

By • May 22, 2020

St. Pete Pride has canceled its 2020 event due to the coronavirus pandemic, according to a news release.

Publix Is Returning To Its Normal Hours, But Coronavirus Guidelines Remain Intact

By • May 15, 2020

Publix will return to its normal hours of operation starting Saturday, another indication that businesses across the state are continuing the process of reopening.

Latest On Coronavirus: Cases Exceed 42,000, DeSantis Wants Sports To Restart, And More

By & • May 13, 2020

WUSF will be providing the latest news and information on coronavirus in Tampa Bay and across the state. Here are the latest developments:

Latest On Coronavirus: Florida Cases Grow To 38,000, Real-Time Pinellas Beach Updates, And More

By & • May 7, 2020

WUSF will be providing the latest news and information on coronavirus in Tampa Bay and across the state. Here are the latest developments:

St. Petersburg Diocese To Resume Public Catholic Masses Next Week

By • May 6, 2020

Some Catholics across Tampa Bay will soon be able to attend public Masses again. Just not on Sundays.

Latest On Coronavirus: Cases Exceed 37,000, Probe Into Unemployment System, And More

By & • May 5, 2020

WUSF will be providing the latest news and information on coronavirus in Tampa Bay and across the state. Here are the latest developments:

DeSantis Reopens Florida's State Parks, Says Sunlight Can Rapidly Kill Coronavirus

By • May 4, 2020

Florida’s state parks will reopen on Monday, part of Gov. Ron DeSantis’ Phase 1 of reopening the state.

During a Friday morning press conference at Little Talbot Island State Park in Jacksonville, DeSantis said the decision is “consistent with his safe, smart, step-by-step plan” to reopen Florida.

Latest On Coronavirus: Increase of 1,000 Florida Cases, Reopening State Parks A 'Low Risk', And More

By & • May 1, 2020

WUSF will be providing the latest news and information on coronavirus in Tampa Bay and across the state. Here are the latest developments:

Hillsborough County Votes To Follow State Plan, Parks And Preserves Will Reopen Soon

By & • May 1, 2020

Members of the Hillsborough Emergency Policy Group voted Thursday to rescind its stay-at-home order, beginning at midnight Monday. But it won't mean the end of social distancing - the governor's revised policy takes effect then.

In addition, some Hillsborough County parks, preserves and trails will be reopening within the next week.

Manatee Beaches To Reopen On Monday, With Parking Restrictions

By • May 1, 2020

Manatee County beaches will reopen Monday under social distancing guidelines, and with restrictions on parking.

Florida Airports To Receive Millions In Funds Under CARES Act

By • May 1, 2020

Airports in Florida – and across the country – will be receiving a combined $1.187 billion in federal aid for airport safety and infrastructure grants through the CARES Act.

Latest On Coronavirus: Spike In Tampa Bay Deaths, Hillsborough Reopening Its Parks, And More

By & • Apr 30, 2020

WUSF will be providing the latest news and information on coronavirus in Tampa Bay and across the state. Here are the latest developments:

Latest On Coronavirus: Florida Cases Top 33,000, DeSantis Details Plans To Reopen State, And More

By & • Apr 30, 2020

WUSF will be providing the latest news and information on coronavirus in Tampa Bay and across the state. Here are the latest developments:

Pinellas County Beaches Will Reopen On Monday

By & • Apr 29, 2020

Beaches and pools in Pinellas County will soon be reopened.

Pinellas County commissioners on Tuesday voted 6-1 to reopen beaches, parking lots and restrooms starting Monday at 7 a.m. following public comment both for and against the idea.

Latest On Coronavirus: Deadliest Day Yet In Florida, Pinellas Beaches Reopening, And More

By & • Apr 28, 2020

WUSF will be providing the latest news and information on coronavirus in Tampa Bay and across the state. Here are the latest developments:

State's Coronavirus Task Force Seeks Public Input For Its Final Report To DeSantis

By • Apr 27, 2020

The task force that will give a final report to Gov. Ron DeSantis with its recommendations for reopening Florida’s economy is soliciting public comment online.4

Gualtieri Wants Pinellas County Beaches To Reopen: It's 'The Right Time'

By • Apr 27, 2020

Folks who have been hoping Pinellas County officials will move forward with a plan to reopen the county’s beaches now have a powerful ally.

Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri.

Latest On Coronavirus: Cases Pass 30,000, State Takes Down Unemployment Site, And More

By & • Apr 24, 2020

WUSF will be providing the latest news and information on coronavirus in Tampa Bay and across the state. Here are the latest developments:

Latest On Coronavirus: Cases Near 30,000, Citrus Schools' Servers Apparently Compromised, And More

By • Apr 23, 2020

WUSF will be providing the latest news and information on coronavirus in Tampa Bay and across the state. Here are the latest developments:

Pasco County Reopening Select Parks, With Coronavirus Guidelines

By • Apr 22, 2020

Pasco County is reopening select parks, preserves and nature trails on a limited basis.

Latest On Coronavirus: Deaths Pass 900, Sarasota Votes To Reopen Beaches, And More

By & • Apr 22, 2020

WUSF will be providing the latest news and information on coronavirus in Tampa Bay and across the state. Here are the latest developments:

Latest On Coronavirus: Over 27,000 Florida Cases, Manatee Lifts Curfew, And More

By & • Apr 22, 2020

WUSF will be providing the latest news and information on coronavirus in Tampa Bay and across the state. Here are the latest developments:

Latest On Coronavirus: Florida Cases Pass 27,000, FHSAA Scraps Spring Sports, And More

By & • Apr 20, 2020

WUSF will be providing the latest news and information on coronavirus in Tampa Bay and across the state. Here are the latest developments:

Latest On Coronavirus: Florida COVID-19 Cases Near 25,000, The Impact On Tampa Bay, And More

By & • Apr 17, 2020

WUSF will be providing the latest news and information on coronavirus in Tampa Bay and across the state. Here are the latest developments:

Hillsborough Rescinds Curfew, Votes Down Request For Mandatory Face Coverings

By & • Apr 17, 2020

Hillsborough County will no longer be under a curfew.

The Hillsborough Emergency Policy Group on Thursday voted unanimously to rescind the curfew, which had gone into effect Monday night.

Latest On Coronavirus: Florida Cases Exceed 23,000, Hillsborough Rescinds Curfew, And More

By & • Apr 16, 2020

WUSF will be providing the latest news and information on coronavirus in Tampa Bay and across the state. Here are the latest developments:

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