Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has proposed a plan to protect Floridians’ right to boat, according to a press release from his office earlier this month. The plan, called the “Boater Freedom Initiative,” aims to end the ban on boats that use certain types of fuel and prevent random vessel inspections […]
Author: Zoe Wells | SJGC Capital Bureau
What is Her University?
Florida A&M University has many student organizations, among them is Her University, a faith-based student organization that has made an impact on campus by creating a safe space for young women to connect, grow spiritually, and develop professionally. Founded by Exzabriana Barton during her sophomore year, Her University initially […]
Florida Senate hopes to protect state parks
Earlier this month, the Senate Environment and Natural Resources Committee discussed the possibility of filing Senate Bill 80, the State Park Preservation Act. The bill was introduced by Florida Senator Gayle Harrell, with the aim of preserving Florida’s state parks by prohibiting the development of recreational facilities on park grounds. […]
Women support groups will benefit from HB 19
House Bill 19, also known as “Victims of Domestic Violence and Dating Violence,” was introduced in the Florida House of Representatives on Dec. 6, 2024. The bill aims to enhance support for victims of domestic and dating violence by establishing the HAVEN Coordinating Council within the Florida Department of […]
Florida bill seeks to ban AI firearm detection in public places
On February 10, Republican Senator Blaise Ingoglia filed Senate Bill 562, which seeks to prohibit using artificial intelligence (AI) for detecting firearms in public places. The proposed legislation aims to prevent AI technology, including its integration with cameras and recording devices, from being utilized to identify individuals carrying firearms in […]
Does Kennedy have the credibility to lead HHS?
Robert F. Kennedy’s appearance before Congress to be questioned about his new role in government for human health was a defining moment in his political career. He will now oversee agencies such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the National Institutes […]
Tallahassee joins nationwide Presidents’ Day protest
A protest took place on Presidents’ Day at Florida’s Capitol in support of the 50501 movement that is sweeping the nation. The event was sponsored by multiple organizations in the Tallahassee community, including the Tallahassee Community Action Committee (TCAC), Food not Bombs (FNB), Rising Voices Collective (RVC), Students for a […]
Baseball falls to North Florida
The Florida A&M baseball team is now 1-4 after a 13-3 loss to North Florida. In a week where the Rattlers play five games in six days, head coach Jamey Shouppe says he wants his guys to remain positive following the loss. “We have to realize it’s early in the […]
Department of Education is forcing institution to remove DEI programs
The Department of Education warned institutions that receive federal funds to end D.E.I programs or face potential investigations that could lead to the loss of funds. In a press release from Saturday, the Department of Education stated it had sent a “Dear Colleague” letter to institutions that get federal funds […]
Is Angel Reese key to the WNBA’s next big shift?
Once upon a time Angel Reese was being described as the newest bully entering the WNBA. All because of competitiveness and media fueled non-existent beef. The so-called “beef” between Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark started during the 2023 NCAA women’s basketball championship, when Reese taunted Clark in […]