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NNB reporter interviews Mr. Thomas "Jet" Jackson with WUSF journalist Lisa Peakes. Photo by Bernardo H. Motta.

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Survey: Most Lakewood High students know someone killed, injured by gunfire

Most of the students at Lakewood High School know someone that has been killed or injured by gunfire, according to a survey by the Spartan News Network. The survey, filled out by 204 students in January, shows the prevalence of gun violence. The questionnaire was spurred after seven males were shot and killed the last… Continue reading Survey: Most Lakewood High students know someone killed, injured by gunfire

Kriseman addresses gun violence, Midtown neighborhood problems in ‘State of City’ speech

BY SAMANTHA PUTTERMAN FOR THE CROW’S NEST: Mayor Rick Kriseman addressed issues of gun violence that claimed the lives of seven people and Midtown problems including the education gap and high unemployment during his annual State of the City speech Saturday, Jan. 23. “We are addressing the risk factors that affect our children and young… Continue reading Kriseman addresses gun violence, Midtown neighborhood problems in ‘State of City’ speech

After criticism, another meeting is planned for potential Midtown development

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Plans for a potential development bringing residential, retail and industrial jobs to Midtown is being criticized for not giving neighbors enough time to review the proposal. About 20 people attended a community meeting where the plan to redevelop the St. Petersburg Commerce Plot, near the Dome Industrial District, was presented Monday, Nov. 16, according to… Continue reading After criticism, another meeting is planned for potential Midtown development

Kornell, Wheeler-Brown win St. Pete election

Residents backed incumbent Steve Kornell (District 5) for a final term and opted for political newcomer Lisa Wheeler-Brown (District 7) in St. Petersburg’s city election Tuesday. Charles Gerdes was the other winner (District 1). Voters also approved all four referendum questions. The referendums dealt with protections to sea grass beds, district boundaries, residency restrictions for elected officials… Continue reading Kornell, Wheeler-Brown win St. Pete election

NAACP St. Pete President: Resident engagement in city election important for Midtown’s future

BY CLARENCE FORD NNB Reporter ST. PETERSBURG – Midtown residents play a key role in upcoming city elections and need to make efforts to vote Nov. 3, according to officials at the NAACP St. Pete Branch. There’s also a lot of money on the line. “The African-American voter can no longer depend solely on one’s… Continue reading NAACP St. Pete President: Resident engagement in city election important for Midtown’s future