Each year at Florida A&M’s homecoming football game, there is an announcement to share the total amount of donations made to certain programs, colleges and schools. This year, FAMU raised a whopping $25.7 in donations. While this money is not raised during the week of homecoming, the numbers are reported […]
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Bill would add transparency to vehicle repairs
Florida Senate Bill 194, legislation aimed at improving accountability and transparency in the motor vehicle repair industry, promises to significantly change how repair shops handle crash-related repairs. This bill was filed on Oct, 12 by Senator Joe Gruters, a Republican from Sarasota. With a focus on consumer protection and law […]
Unanimous decision no longer needed for death penalty
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis earlier this year signed into law a bill which expands the death penalty and allows the imposition of death based on as few as 8 of the 12 jurors. This takes away the requirement for all jurors to be in agreement with the decision to put […]
Ervin’s saga from felon to registered voter
Amid the unfolding events involving Marsha Ervin, a 69-year-old resident of Tallahassee facing felony voter fraud charges, a turn of events occurred as a result of a collective outcry from various groups and advocates. This led to a display of victory as Marsha Ervin registered to vote at the Leon […]
Local first responders endure harassment on the job
Tallahassee has long been a vibrant community, a hub of culture and education. But behind the scenes, first responders, including police officers, firefighters and paramedics, face an escalating issue — harassment while carrying out their essential duties. Impeding first responders poses a direct threat to public safety by causing delays […]
USPS to hold meeting to hear from public
There is a 10-year plan to revamp and improve the United States Postal Service’s performance across the country, which included a study of the Tallahassee headquarters on South Adams Street. Many Leon County residents have long complained about poor mail delivery, often venting their frustrations to elected officials and on […]
VIDEO: Florida lawmaker targets hemp industry
First-gen students overcome and achieve
National First-Generation College Celebration Day honors the anniversary of the Higher Education Act of 1965. It is celebrated annually on Nov. 8. The holiday highlights first-gen college students. It offers a moment for them to celebrate their achievements, acknowledge their distinct challenges, and rally for greater support and inclusivity within […]
Will T-Pain deliver the right message?
This Friday, Nov. 10, marks a significant event in Tallahassee —a concert celebrating 50 years of hip hop while also taking a stand against the pervasive gun violence that has plagued the city. The lineup boasts national artists such as Doug E. Fresh and MC Lyte, renowned for their contributions […]
For Keva Peters, the journey has just begun
After surviving the perilous streets of New Orleans and the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, Keva Peters Jr. has blossomed into an award-winning filmmaker with a story to tell. Peters, a 22-year-old graduate film student at Florida State University, is viewed by his friends and family as charismatic, ambitious, and a […]