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Pastors Arrested for Blocking Black History Mural in St. Pete

8/30/2025

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Two pastors were arrested in St. Petersburg, Florida, for obstructing FDOT crews from painting over the "Black History Matters" mural.
They were charged with obstructing traffic and released after posting bail.
Mayor Ken Welch emphasized that the city cannot stop the state from removing murals and urged legal compliance.
A protest event, "Stand Up St. Pete," is planned for Sunday to support community art.

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Two pastors were arrested in St. Petersburg, Florida, for obstructing FDOT crews from painting over the "Black History Matters" mural.
They were charged with obstructing traffic and released after posting bail.
Mayor Ken Welch emphasized that the city cannot stop the state from removing murals and urged legal compliance.
A protest event, "Stand Up St. Pete," is planned for Sunday to support community art.