Howard Stanley Beverly, better known as Frankie Beverly, frontman and founder of the band “Maze,” died this morning at the age of 77. The announcement came from Frankie Beverly’s family from an Instagram post that read: “Grieving the loss of a loved one is a deeply personal and emotional experience. […]
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FAMU welcomes new Police Chief Audrey Alexander
Florida A&M University has launched this semester with new leadership. Audrey Alexander has been appointed as the university’s new Chief of Police and will take her seat on Friday. All of Alexander’s past experiences and immense dedication have prepared her to take on this new leadership role. Her resume spans […]
Harris and Trump face off in fiery first debate
Former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris had fiery exchanges on each other’s policy during the first presidential debate of the 2024 election. The Republican and Democratic nominees met for the first time, face to face, at the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia on Tuesday. The two shook […]
Election could impact low-income schools
Project 2025 is a controversial, ultra-conservative proposal for Donald Trump’s agenda if he becomes president. It sets out four main policy aims: restore the family as the centerpiece of American life; dismantle the administrative state; defend the nation’s sovereignty and borders; and secure God-given individual rights to live freely. It […]
Presidential debate set for Tuesday
The countdown to Tuesday’s presidential debate is underway as the two candidates, former President Donald Trump, and Vice President Kamala Harris, meet for the first time in person. The debate between Trump, a Republican, and Harris, a Democrat, will take place at 9 p.m. Tuesday and will be hosted by […]
Railroad Square community takes back First Friday
Tallahassee’s Railroad Square hosted its monthly “First Friday” art festival following the area’s long recovery from catastrophic tornadoes in May. Tallahassee’s First Friday event at Railroad Square Art District has long been a hub for creativity, community, and culture since 2012. Starting as an initiative through the Council on Culture […]
‘Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist’ arrives
ATLANTA — “Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist” brings to life the notorious story of an armed robbery that struck Atlanta, GA on the night of Muhammad Ali’s historic 1970 comeback fight. Based on the acclaimed iHeart radio true-crime podcast, the movie delves into an audacious crime that not only […]
On-campus precinct sees drop in voter turnout
Voter turnout at Florida A&M University’s on-campus precinct has declined since the 2022 primary election, raising concerns about student engagement in the electoral process. The FAMU Student Union precinct saw 1,326 voters in the most recent election, down from 1,577 in the 2022 primary, according to official precinct data. This […]
White nationalist group marches in Tallahassee
A white nationalist group known as the Patriot Front was seen marching near the Capitol on Saturday. A video posted on the anonymous social media app Fizz shows a procession of several members of the group donning face coverings and sunglasses in an effort to hide their identities. Members hoisted flags adorned […]
A call for creativity: Wakati’s 5th year design challenge
Wakati, which means “time” in Swahili, embodies a rich heritage and is a celebration of the past, present and future of hair care. This brand has quickly become synonymous with empowerment and authenticity, embracing natural hair journeys while offering products that nurture hair health and beauty. Now, as Wakati celebrates […]