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Published August 27Pinellas sheriff re-booked migrants to bypass federal law limiting detention time, says report
After allegedly being assaulted by her husband, Soumia Bensalah was taken into custody by police in Polk County. Despite having no local criminal charges, she spent the following weeks two counties over, being booked and re-booked into the Pinellas County Jail on behalf of U.S.…
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Published August 27The Scoop: Thurs. Aug. 27, 2026, Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF
St. Petersburg City Council will vote on Flock camera policy that may change the future of warrantless tracking in the city.
St Pete Catalyst
Published August 27Haslam’s owners break their six-year silence
Ray and Suzanne Haslam Hinst are discouraging residents from attending an unauthorized 'pop up' concert.
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Published August 27St. Pete Beach is ending its on-demand ride service
The microtransit program, currently operated by Freebee, allows riders to request door-to-door trips within St. Pete Beach.
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Published August 27Madeira Beach explores property purchase that would be ‘game-changer’ for city
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Published August 27St. Petersburg City Council to discuss Flock cameras
Zach Schira, DeFlock St. Pete’s lead organizer, said catching criminals shouldn’t infringe on civil liberties. St. Petersburg City Council will vote Thursday afternoon on referring the Flock discussion to the Public Services and Infrastructure committee.
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Published August 27Pinellas moves to shut the door on large data centers
Staff was authorized to prepare a resolution putting the position in writing.
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Published August 27USF president discusses future of St. Petersburg campus
Moez Limayem outlined his strategic dreams for the organization and how he measures success.
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Published August 27Unathorized local music event planned for Haslam’s parking lot
Artist Filipe Bergson plans to host a concert featuring local musicians Saturday, 8-10 p.m., in the parking lot of Haslam’s Books, which has been closed for six years. Bergson, who does not have permission from the owners to hold his event on private property (2025 Central Ave.),…
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Published August 27Eckerd College joins FirstGen Forward Network
St. Petersburg-based Eckerd College has become a member of the FirstGen Forward Network Class of 2026. According to FirstGen Forward Network’s website, the nonprofit focuses on “harnessing the potential of first-generation students and improving success outcomes.” Over 470…
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Published August 27Nanxiang Soup Dumpling restaurant opens in Pinellas Park
The Nanxiang Soup Dumpling restaurant has officially opened in Pinellas Park. The establishment, at 7688 49th Street N., also offers boba drinks, among other items. For more information, visit this link.