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It’s official, St. Pete renters no longer have a bill of rights
Council moved to comply with Florida’s new anti-tenant rights law HB 1417.
Arielle Stevenson
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City of Tampa moves ahead on internship for individuals with intellectual disabilities
The internship will align with the city’s traditional program and start posting materials on its website beginning Aug. 25.
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Citing Florida’s new landlord law, St. Pete City Council votes to repeal its own Tenants Bill of Rights
Activists are still fighting for a source of income discrimination ordinance.
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Tampa City council wants updated safety master plan after firefighters object to ‘union busting’ firm that crafted it
The firm got a $99,995 payment, just under the $100,000 requirement for approval from the City Council.
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Judge denies New Port Richey’s motion to dismiss lawsuit from Black Lives Matter protester
It’s been over a year since a jury acquitted Marlowe Jones of felony obstruction and battery on a law enforcement officer.
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‘There is a Black exodus at USF’: Faculty group says USF administration has been silent in the face of racism
“It’s not like they don’t know what’s happening.”
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St. Petersburg City Council approves expansion of ban on sidewalk activity
Without a permit, houseless people, those who feed them and even street musicians are prohibited from sidewalks.
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St. Petersburg City Council could vote on tenants right to counsel as soon as next month
If approved, the city will fund legal representation for those facing eviction.
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ADUs could come to to East Tampa, and activists want the neighborhood to have a say in its future
If passed, ADUs and alleyway parking would be allowed.
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Largo’s Vicki Gibson found safety in gay bars—now she runs one of her own
The Lady’s Room is arguably the only dedicated lesbian bar open in Florida.
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St. Pete advances updated sidewalk activity ordinance, but critics say it could hurt free speech
Protests, houseless people and more could be affected.
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Veteran Tampa journalist says USF censored his antisemitism comments over fear of DeSantis
Mike Deeson made the comments on an episode of the school’s ‘Activism Lab’ podcast.
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PURE, Tampa’s latest plan to treat wastewater, is over for now
Tampa City Council will vote next week on adding language that ensures PURE’s contract is over.
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Tampa City Council approves Mayor Castor’s department heads, but asks for better communication
The most pushback came in reappointing Communications Director Adam Smith.
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Tampa City Council unanimously rejects plans for 50-unit luxury condo along Bayshore
The unanimous vote kills, for now, Related Group’s proposed development.
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St. Pete advances right to counsel for tenants facing eviction
The committee voted 3-1 to bring a resolution to city council for approval.
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USF president says student protesters caused an ‘active shooter’ response from staff
“They didn’t know what was going on. So it was not insignificant.”
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Tampa’s citizens police review board can finally hire its own lawyer
City Council voted to pass the ordinance in a 4-3 vote.
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After threats from Tallahassee, St. Pete City Council votes against funding increased abortion access
The motion failed 2-6, with Council Chair Brandi Gabbard rescinding early support.
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Moms Demand Action will hold rally against gun violence today in downtown Tampa
The action comes a day after Gov. Ron DeSantis quietly signed permitless carry into law.
