As Florida’s once-booming real estate market shows signs of cooling, Tallahassee is struggling with the effects of declining home sales. Rising mortgage rates, housing affordability challenges, and a shifting economic climate reshape the market, leaving buyers and sellers navigating uncertain situations. While major areas like Miami, Tampa, and Orlando continue […]

In a historic and transformative move, several individuals across the nation have been granted presidential pardons, marking a significant step forward for those whose past convictions have often created lifelong barriers. For many in Florida, particularly in Tallahassee, these pardons bring renewed hope and an opportunity to rebuild their lives. […]

As election seasons come and go, voters across the U.S. are increasingly aware of how their participation in elections is tracked and shared. One website, called “Did My Friend Vote”, claims to provide access to public voter information, allowing users to check if people they know participated in recent elections. […]

As Florida’s population continues to grow, an increasing number of school districts across the state are facing a two-fold challenge: under-capacity schools and declining academic performance.  This issue is particularly acute in urban areas where shifting populations, economic disparity and changing school enrollment have worked to create a mismatch […]

Tallahassee shares in the natural disaster hazards that include hurricanes, floods and wildfires that are common to many cities in Florida. The capital city is in communication with local and state governments, educational facilities and the legal system that strive to minimize these threats in pursuit of ways to improve […]

Leon County Schools has emerged as a key focal point in the national discussion on school safety, showcasing local responses to issues like school shootings. The school district has prioritized student safety through legislative support, community engagement and resource allocation amid public safety challenges. In response to the mass shooting […]

Florida, recognized for its strong gun culture, upholds a ban on the open carrying of firearms, which contrasts with the trend in other states that have relaxed their open carry laws.  With several states around the country adopting open carry laws, this has kept Florida in another league. Despite Florida’s […]