In a strategic move that has captured widespread attention, Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris has chosen Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate for the 2024 election. Walz, a seasoned politician with a rich background, brings a blend of experience and relatability to the ticket. Tim Walz’s political career […]

CHICAGO —Former President Donald Trump, the Republican nominee for the 2024 election, faced criticism for his previous comments about the Black community during his panel conversation at Wednesday’s National Association of Black Journalists conference. After an hour delay, ABC News Congressional Correspondent Rachel Scott wasted no time asking Trump heavy-hitter […]

Led by a Florida A&M grad, the Social Media Research Institute has submitted a proposal to The Joint Select  Committee on Social Media and Australian Society to have research on social media’s effects published in the Parliament of Australia. Parliamentary committees investigate specific matters of policy, government administration, or performance. […]

On July 1, Florida A&M University (FAMU) announced that the distinguished Meek-Eaton Southeastern Regional Black Archives Research Center and Museum (MEBA) is now on a global stage.  The Meek-Eaton Black Archives was a dream realized in the early 1970s with the legislative efforts of Florida’s first African American legislator since […]

Today marks the ending of President Larry Robinson’s six  year tenure here at Florida A&M University. Earlier this summer, Robinson met with The Board of Trustees regarding the $237 million donation received by Gregory Gerami during the Spring Commencement ceremony. During the meeting, Robinson, the only university employee under the […]

On July 1, Tallahassee Community College officially became Tallahassee State College. This is not the first time TSC has gone through a name change. Before it was known as Tallahassee Community College, it was Tallahassee Junior College. The latest name change was approved by the Legislature earlier this year and […]

In an inspiring journey from broadcast journalism to cellular and molecular biology, Magen Henry has been named the American Black Chiropractic Association (ABCA) Chiropractor of the Year for 2024. This prestigious honor recognizes Henry’s unwavering commitment to the ABCA and her unique efforts to improve health outcomes in Black communities […]

Florida A&M University (FAMU) is facing an urgent housing crisis for the upcoming Fall 2024 semester, leaving many students scrambling to find alternative accommodations.  Despite the severity of the issue, the university has not yet made an official public announcement, causing confusion and frustration among the student body. Instead, the […]

Florida’s House Bill 733 mandates that by July 1, 2026, middle schools cannot start before 8 a.m. and high schools before 8:30 a.m. This legislative change aims to enhance student health and academic  performance by allowing more sleep time, supported by research on the benefits of later start times. As  […]