Friday, June 20, 2025
We’re seeing a trend that deserves our attention: fewer Black men are enrolling in college, and those who do face challenges in completing their degrees. Social media, particularly TikTok, has amplified this discussion surrounding Black men and higher education. Some highlight successful careers straight out of high school, offering financial […]
The “soft life” movement is emerging as a countertrend to the relentless hustle culture long promoted by traditional corporate and social media narratives. This growing movement advocates for balance, boundaries and a focus on mental health as the way to a more sustainable and fulfilling life. Advocates of the soft […]
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 […]
Historically Black colleges and universities have long been recognized as incubators of talent, nurturing gifted Black students nationwide. Security and support from these communities set the perfect foundation for entrepreneurs and artists to thrive. At Florida A&M University, one student’s drive turns passion into purpose with every lyric she writes. […]
Teachers in Leon County are gaining more control over their careers and fewer roadblocks from principals thanks to a new agreement passed by the school board. On Tuesday, the Leon County School Board approved Item 19.08, a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Leon Classroom Teachers Association (LCTA). The agreement […]
In the digital age, social media has been utilized as a powerful force in the world of politics. The voices of the unheard are brought to center stage, people gain coverage on international affairs in real-time, and allow for public users to engage in fact checking to hold public officials […]
The Hunger – Free Campus Act is advancing in the house and could go into effect on July 1. This Hunger–Free Campus Grant Program is a part of the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. HB 1245 was created to give grants and funds to postsecondary educational institutions to end […]
Tommy Wright, a Republican senator from Port Orange, has introduced Senate Bill 276, which seeks to revise Florida statutes 984.085 and 985.731 pertaining to the sheltering and assisting of unmarried adolescents. It states that when an unmarried minor’s age is under 18, it is assumed that the person offering shelter […]
A new bill that passed in Florida’s House is set to help improve boating safety regulations across the state. “Lucy’s Law” is a bill introduced by Representatives Vicki Lopez and Vanessa Oliver that will add harsher consequences for operating boats under the influence or recklessly. Passing on the House floor […]
Republican lawmakers in the Florida Legislature have introduced two bills this session seeking to further regulate the sports agency industry. The bills also aim to ease restrictions on certain criteria for student athletes at the high school level while also regulating other areas. Rep. Yvette Benarroch (R-Collier) filed HB 981, […]