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Florida joins seven states with updated domestic violence policies

Florida law defines domestic violence as “any assault, aggravated assault, battery, aggravated battery, sexual assault, sexual battery, stalking, aggravated stalking, kidnapping, false imprisonment, or any criminal offense resulting in physical injury or death of one family or household member by another family or household member.”   From 2000 to 2020, in […]

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Ashanti Smith, beloved student, dies at 22

Ashanti Smith, a 22-year-old student at Florida A&M University, died n a fatal car crash on Sept. 29. A native of Fort Lauderdale, Smith majored in criminal justice and was deeply involved in campus life. She served as the president of Ladies of Torque, where she inspired her peers with […]

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Rickey Smiley visits students at SJGC

Rickey Smiley, famed comedian and long-time radio personality, made an unforgettable visit to the School of Journalism and Graphic Communication and spoke wisdom, humor and helpful career insight to the students this past Tuesday.   Smiley stopped by while he was visiting Tallahassee for his book tour for his new […]

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Local school district invests in student safety

Leon County Schools has emerged as a key focal point in the national discussion on school safety, showcasing local responses to issues like school shootings. The school district has prioritized student safety through legislative support, community engagement and resource allocation amid public safety challenges. In response to the mass shooting […]