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 […]
Author: Kamia Harrell | Staff writer
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 […]
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 […]
Grief is grief: Students say university policies fail to support all forms of loss
When a student loses someone close to them, their world doesn’t stop. But many university grievance policies only offer academic accommodations for the death of an “immediate family” member — typically defined as a parent, sibling, spouse or child. Students say this narrow definition ignores the reality of grief, which […]
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 […]
FAMU students weigh in on children before marriage
In an age of constantly changing social norms, the topic of marriage and children is one that has shifted and evolved over time. With pop culture figures such as DDG, Skai Jackson, and LiAngelo Ball displaying their parental life through social media, it’s clear to see how often […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]