The debate over plastic straws has intensified across Florida in recent years, with lawmakers and environmentalists clashing over the best approach to reducing plastic waste. While some local governments have attempted to enforce bans on plastic straws, state legislators have moved to limit these efforts, arguing […]

Florida lawmakers are pushing forward with legislation that would significantly restrict access to online pornography, citing concerns over child safety and moral standards. The proposed bill, introduced in early February, aims to implement age verification measures for adult websites and penalize companies that fail to comply. Supporters of the […]

The Human Services Subcommittee met on  Thursday to hear updates on how well the state of Florida was doing in terms of providing its residents with access to mental health care and resources since the implementation of HB 7021. The bill, titled the “Mental Health and Substance Abuse Act” and […]

“This is way too much for us to deal with…” said an anonymous resident who lives behind the Mobil Gas Station in Quincy on 3749 Pat Thomas Pkwy. Thursday, two people were killed, and two people were injured in an armed robbery at the gas station. Once a quiet, close-knit […]

On Jan. 20, President Trump signed executive orders eliminating DEI programs within the federal government, stating in his inauguration speech that the move would end efforts to socially engineer race and gender into every aspect of public and private life. The policy shift was immediate, with the Office of Personnel […]

The Florida A&M University School of Journalism & Graphic Communication (SJGC)  has implemented new security measures, including restricted door access and enhanced camera surveillance, sparking attention from students.   There’s been a gradual growth in security upgrades surrounding the building, ultimately changing the way students get to and from their classrooms.  […]

On Feb. 1st, President Donald Trump issued three new executive orders to impose tariffs on all imports from the United States largest trading partners: Canada, Mexico, and China. President Trump later announced the final terms of this policy to reporters in the Oval Office, stating that the countries will be […]

Egg prices across the U.S. have surged to record highs, leaving consumers frustrated and forcing retailers to impose purchase limits.  The primary reason behind this price spike is the ongoing outbreak of H5N1 avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu.  This highly contagious virus has devastated the poultry industry, leading […]

Tallahassee residents should keep an eye on the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) and its potential impact on federal operations, as its decisions could influence local policies and services.   Concerns have been raised about cybersecurity, digital privacy, and the role of billionaires in national security after reports suggested that Elon […]

When students at Florida State University noticed unfamiliar figures in tactical vests walking through campus, the initial reaction was confusion. As word spread that the individuals were agents with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), that confusion turned into concern. Reports on ICE officers spotted near FSU classrooms last week […]