In September 2022, six Florida A&M students filed a class action lawsuit against the state of Florida. The complaint, filed with the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida, says “Florida has purposefully engaged in a pattern and practice of racial discrimination” by underfunding the nation’s top-ranked public […]

In the realm of law enforcement, where swift action and critical decision-making are the norm, a new frontier is emerging, one that demands a detailed understanding of how Alzheimer’s and similar types of dementia affect behavior. Senate Bill 208 aims to equip law enforcement officers with specialized training to navigate […]

Naloxone is a life-saving drug that is used to quickly reverse an opioid overdose. It functions by attaching itself to the same brain receptors that opioids bind to. State Senator Jason Brodeur, a Republican from Daytona Beach, is the sponsor of SB 66, which aims to increase awareness of Naloxone, […]

Two questions remain the same every year when arriving at Florida A&M University: When will FAMU get more housing, and when will FAMU get more parking? While the second question is still in the air, the Florida Board of Governors may have helped the university solve the first one when […]

A familiar name is making his name more known around Tallahassee as he campaigns for a spot on the City Commission. Pastor and community leader Rudy Ferguson is challenging first-term Commissioner Jack Porter for Seat 1 on the City Commission. A primary is scheduled for August with a general election […]

Florida A&M hosted a mental health day expo Nov. 9 in front of the CASS Building, demonstrating a vibrant display of unity and support. More than 200 students participated in a variety of activities designed to promote mental health awareness and reduce the stigma associated with mental health. With mental […]

In a significant move highlighting the Biden administration’s commitment to higher education, Florida state Senator Shevrin Jones has been appointed to serve on the president’s Board of Advisors on Historically Black Colleges and Universities. This appointment recognizes Jones’ tireless advocacy for educational equity and his dedication to uplifting minority communities […]

Cleaning up the Student Government Association and refocusing on acting as representatives for the Florida A&M was the focus for the 53rd Student Senate heading into one of the last meetings before the end of the semester. Representatives presented only one bill, SPB23FA-002, on Monday. Sen. TaMya Braclet and Chairpersons […]

In the wake of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, a notable silence echoes across Florida A&M University’s campus as students and organizations are perceived to be relatively quiet with limited visible actions and initiatives in support of Palestinians. When compared to other campuses and organizations in Tallahassee, some […]

The Seminole Tribe of Florida earlier this month announced a gaming expansion in all six of its casinos. Starting Dec. 7, the Seminole casinos are launching a gambling app that includes craps, roulette and sports betting. The app was announced a week after the United States Supreme Court blocked a […]