NAACP

Pinellas Sheriff Explains Handling Of 'Stand Your Ground' Case

Sam Newlon

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Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gualtieri spoke at a press conference Tuesday to update the public about a recent controversial "stand your ground" case.The…

The NAACP warned black travelers about using American Airlines.

Local / State

Why Is The NAACP Warning Black Travelers About Flying On American Airlines?

JOSH MAGNESS

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The NAACP issued a travel advisory Tuesday night that warned black travelers against flying on American Airlines, citing multiple instances of alleged...

Local / State

Lee County NAACP Wants Confederate Monuments Removed

Associated Press

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The president of a Southwest Florida NAACP chapter says a white supremacist rally in Virginia has prompted him to resume efforts to remove Confederate…

Courts / Law

Manatee NAACP Accuses Bradenton Police Of Racial Profiling

Jessica Meszaros

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The Manatee County branch of the NAACP is accusing the Bradenton Police Department of racial discrimination. The civil rights organization is...

Courts / Law

Woman Dies After Being Forcibly Removed From Hospital

Associated Press

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A woman who refused to leave a hospital when doctors discharged her died after she was forcibly removed by police, authorities said Tuesday.

Florida NAACP leaders are planning a statewide sweep of government facilities to rid them of Confederate symbols.

Politics / Issues

NAACP Florida Wants Confederate Symbols Swept From Local Government

Jim Ash

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Florida civil rights activists are planning a statewide campaign to rid government buildings of Confederate symbols. NAACP Tallahassee branch president...

Courts / Law

Hillsborough NAACP Hosting Community Meeting to Address Mayhem at State Fair

The Hillsborough County Branch of the NAACP will host a community-wide meeting on Thursday evening to discuss possible measures to undertake in order to…