Florida A&M University is moving forward with new student housing developments as enrollment continues to climb and demand for on-campus living increases.  With just under 3,000 beds available for a population of over 9,000 students, university officials say they are prioritizing more residential space to improve both retention and student […]

A bill in the Florida Senate, SB 1318, or “Bill Hands-Free Driving,” is moving forward after the Rules Committee recently gave its approval. The bill would broaden current texting-while-driving laws to ban the use of handheld wireless devices while driving. The bill also incorporates enhanced penalties, although not all drivers […]

New Florida legislation, House Bill 535, aims to change the way restaurants manage tipping.  While some argue that the bill will enhance fairness and transparency, others have voiced concerns about its potential impact on restaurant owners, workers and customers. HB 535, introduced by Representative Chad Johnson, R-Newberry, could change the […]

A new bill known as SB 584, seeks to  enhance housing and education accessibility for young adults transitioning out of foster care and those experiencing homelessness. The bill, sponsored by Senator Ileana Garcia, R-Miami, requires that colleges and universities prioritize student dorms and apartments for housing and work-study opportunities while […]

The Florida Legislature has introduced SB 918, a bill that would reduce employment limitations for 16- and 17-year-olds. The bill has sparked an argument over the potential benefits of greater job possibilities vs. the risks of abuse and poor academic results. SB 918 follows the passage of House Bill […]

The City of Tallahassee’s efforts for affordable housing continue to receive mixed reviews near Lake Bradford and Kissimmee Street on the southside. In September, the city approved a $961,300 housing project for low-income families, individuals and seniors. The four-story housing development aims to help decrease the current housing crisis by […]