In the wake of Florida’s 2024 general election, a proposed constitutional amendment aimed at legalizing recreational marijuana fell short of the necessary votes. Despite significant support —gathering 55.9% of the vote —Amendment 3 failed to meet the 60% threshold required for passage, signaling a major setback for proponents of adult-use […]

In a major shift, Walmart is cutting back many of its programs that had been established for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). The move comes among more and more companies rethinking and even scrapping such programs.  The world’s largest retailer confirmed the changes last month. It marks a significant retreat […]

For parents of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD), ensuring their child’s educational needs are met often presents significant challenges on school campuses. Despite their goal to provide guidance and ease in their children’s lives, navigating support systems can be daunting.  According to the National Institute of Mental Health, autism […]

As the 2025 Florida Legislative Session gets started, a lot of important decisions are being made in Tallahassee that could affect everyone in Florida. While Governor Ron DeSantis is still a key player, there’s been a bit of tension between him and other lawmakers. This year’s session covers a lot […]

Tallahassee, Florida’s state capital, has always had a strong political presence, but recently, there’s been a big change in the way things are going down. More and more, we’re seeing young people stepping up and taking the reins in local government and community programs. This shift is really changing the […]

Police reform has been a big topic in Florida lately, especially with everything going on in Tallahassee. While local efforts are trying to make law enforcement more transparent and accountable, the state government is pushing back in some ways that could make things tougher for communities who want change. […]

Tallahassee, Florida, is facing a tough challenge when it comes to protecting the environment. While local leaders want to make the city more sustainable, state politics keep getting in the way. From wildlife protection to fixing water quality issues, the city is trying to tackle big problems—but state lawmakers […]

Dan Markel, a highly regarded 41-year-old law professor at Florida State University, was fatally shot in a chilling execution-style killing at his Tallahassee residence on July 19, 2014.  Authorities suspect that his ex-wife’s family, including Donna Adelson — Markel’s former mother-in-law — plotted this gruesome crime. Donna Adelson, a 73-year-old […]