Florida A&M University was among stakeholders nationwide affected by a significant Zoom outage, that disrupted digital operations and led to the rescheduling of critical meetings, including FAMU’s Board of Trustees session. The outage, which began at 11:25 a.m. and lasted nearly two hours, stemmed from a rare domain issue involving […]
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Children’s Week kicks off at the Florida Capitol
The Florida state Capitol, usually bustling with representatives and senators, was instead abuzz with laughter and excitement as Florida’s Children’s Week began its festivities at the Capitol. Tents of organizations participating in the festivities lined the walkways, and children sat at the “reading village” and listened as volunteers read their […]
College students are wary of post-graduation jobs
Although federal spending for employment opportunities has increased, local unemployment rates and mixed workforce trends leave some college students skeptical about their future in the job market. According to the White House, in March, the U.S. added 228,000 jobs, nearly 100,000 more jobs than economists predicted in the past two […]
Panel probes police brutality in communities of color
Florida A&M University’s Tucker Hall transformed into a powerful space of truth, remembrance and reflection on April 22 as students, faculty and community members gathered for the annual exhibition titled “New Age Lynching: Police Brutality and Its Impact on Communities of Color.” The event, hosted by Tiffany Packer and her […]
Dilworth establishes her brand
At 22, Danyell Dilworth balances more than just selling beauty supplies. She’s a full-time Florida A&M student, an aspiring elementary school teacher with an internship, and the founder of Dany Dior Co. Dany Dior is a beauty business that’s become a go-to for females on and off campus. Dilworth, originally […]
FAMU adding new residence halls
Florida A&M University is moving forward with new student housing developments as enrollment continues to climb and demand for on-campus living increases. With just under 3,000 beds available for a population of over 9,000 students, university officials say they are prioritizing more residential space to improve both retention and student […]
Trump tariffs cause global market unrest
Global markets experienced a great deal of uncertainty following President Donald Trump’s announcement to impose tariffs on a host of countries to “increase our competitive edge.” In a press release, the White House announced plans to declare a National Emergency to “strengthen the international economic position of the United States […]
Momo’s Pizza is a slice of heaven in Tallahassee
Nestled near the iconic Doak Campbell Stadium at Florida State University, Momo’s Pizza on Pensacola Street has become a beloved staple for both college students and residents. Known for its enormous pizza slices and vibrant atmosphere, this pizzeria offers more than just food; it provides an experience that keeps customers […]
Senate stops effort to lower age for rifle purchases
A controversial proposal to lower the minimum age to purchase rifles and long guns in Florida will not receive a vote in the Senate, effectively ending its path forward for this legislative session. House Bill 759, which sought to roll back the purchasing age from 21 to 18, was passed […]
Bill targets utility rate disparities
Florida lawmakers passed House Bill 11 on March 26, a measure aimed at addressing long-standing disparities in municipal utility rates. Sponsored by Rep. Fiona Robinson, R-Jacksonville, the bill passed unanimously in the House and is scheduled to take effect on July 1. It has also passed in the Senate. The […]