Author: Kamia Harrell | Staff writer

News

Bills address gaps in autism services

For families of children with autism, timely treatments and support can be a challenge. Senate Bill 112 aims to change that, offering critical funding for screenings, therapy and specialized programs that could transform lives. SB 112  also proposes a new initiative called the Early Steps Extended Option. This  would enable […]

News

App regulation legislation delayed

Senate Bill 1438, introduced by Senator Erin Grall from Vero Beach, stalled in the Commerce and Tourism Committee on March 17.  The bill is one of many aimed at enforcing app manufacturers to create stricter laws in relation to younger demographics interacting with certain apps. This bill follows the filing […]

News

Tariffs impacting local businesses

Businesses that rely on imported goods, such as beauty supply stores, custom T-shirt shops and tattoo parlors, face potential financial strains due to increased tariffs on foreign products. President Donald Trump imposed tariffs on countries including China, Japan, Mexico and Canada, raising concerns for small business owners who depend on […]

News

Will Casey DeSantis succeed her husband?

As Florida’s 2026 gubernatorial race looms, speculation continues over whether Casey DeSantis, the wife of Gov. Ron DeSantis will enter the race.  She was once considered a strong potential candidate.  However, recent polling suggests a shift in the Republican field. Byron Donalds, a Republican congressman from Naples, has gained national […]

Lifestyles

Students struggle to acquire summer internships

With the summer 2025 internship season approaching, students are racing against time to secure jobs, facing mounting pressure and frustration.  The U.S. job market is currently relatively stable, with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. However, hiring rates are still down […]

Lifestyles

FAMU celebrates Women’s History Month

In honor of Women’s History Month, Florida A&M University and organizations are celebrating women through on-campus events and social media challenges.  March 8 marked International Women’s Day, a global celebration recognizing women’s social, economic, cultural and political achievements. According to the National Women’s History Alliance, this day expanded into […]

Lifestyles

Generational wealth within the Gen Z community

Generation Z, the cohort born roughly between 1997 and 2012, is rapidly shaping the world’s cultural, economic and technological landscape. Defined by their digital nativism and diverse perspectives, Gen Zers assert their influence across various domains, from consumer behavior to political activism. The topic of financial literacy and […]

Sports

Wildcats win series over Rattlers

Over the weekend of March 14-15, 2025, FAMU softball played a three-game series against Bethune-Cookman in Daytona Beach, Florida. Bethune-Cookman won two out of the three games, making it a tough series for the Rattlers. FAMU started strong in Game 1 on Friday with a 7-3 win. Players like […]