This month the FDA gave a green light to states seeking less expensive prescription medications from Canada. It is formally called Section 804 Importation Program, or SIP, and Florida  Governor Ron DeSantis said he anticipates SIP will save the state millions of dollars.  “We will save $100 million plus a […]

Florida A&M University athletics have a history of engaging with the community through implementing service into their athletic engagements.  On Jan. 31, the FAMU cheer team visited the Tallahassee Memorial Hospital Cancer Center to spend time with patients and spread joy to those fighting medical battles. It was a time […]

Wakati, meaning time in Swahili, began its journey as a hair care brand in 2013. After extensive research and development, Wakati Hair unveiled a groundbreaking patented natural hair formula featuring innovative water-activated technology. This technology aimed to empower women with easier hair maintenance, from detangling to reducing […]

Florida A&M University is blessed with a beautiful campus, and many buildings are part of the historically Black institution’s rich culture. Throughout the years, there have been buildings that have left their mark, per se, on FAMU’s culture. One of the oldest buildings on FAMU’s campus is Lee Hall. According […]

Senate Bill 932, filed in December by Democrat Lori Berman and co-introduced by Democrat Senators Tracie Davis and Linda Stewart, is based on the cost-efficient cover for diagnostic and other additions for breast examinations. This bill would prohibit the state group insurance program from enforcing cost sharing such as paying […]

In an effort to compensate victims of abuse at the Dozier School for Boys and the Okeechobee reform school, state Senator Darryl Rouson,  a Democrat from St. Petersburg, has filed Senate Bill 24, formally known as, Dozier School for Boys and Okeechobee School Victim Compensation Program. The bill aims to […]

In a landslide vote, the Florida Senate Judiciary Committee agreed on Wednesday to move legislation that targets the state’s growing homeless population, SB 1530 — unauthorized public camping and public sleeping — forward to the Fiscal Policy Committee.  The bill defines “public camping” and “public sleeping,” and prohibits counties and […]

In a proactive move towards ensuring the safety and well-being of Florida’s elderly population, Senate Bill 208, championed by Senator Danny Burgess, R-Zephyrhills, aims to establish a comprehensive training program for law enforcement officers focused on Alzheimer’s disease and related dementia. This bill  underscores the pressing need for specialized training […]

In recent years the Sunshine State has found itself under the relentless grip of inflation, with the cost of living rising at a rate higher than the national average. Florida, once renowned for its affordability and economic opportunities, is grappling with the multifaceted challenges posed by soaring prices. For many […]