The local organization Partners in Progress and the Florida A&M University Chapter of the NAACP joined forces Saturday for a student leadership forum. The event was open to all college students in Leon County, and it was held  in FAMU’s School of Journalism & Graphic Communication lecture hall. There were […]

While participating in extracurricular sports, it is important to have staff members such as athletic trainers and directors nearby in case of a medical emergency. For example, if a student-athlete loses consciousness, immediate assistance is required. However, if the trained staff are not in close proximity and have to be […]

In response to growing concerns about school safety, Florida lawmakers have introduced House Bill 1473, also known as the School Safety Act.  The bill, which aims to enhance security protocols in educational institutions, has garnered attention for its proposed provisions concerning after-school activities and childcare services. Among its key provisions […]

To combat human trafficking within the adult entertainment industry, the Florida Senate Appropriations Committee on Criminal and Civil Justice is poised to deliberate on legislation this week. Sponsored by Jacksonville Republican Senator Clay Yarborough, Senate Bill 1690 seeks to implement measures to curb exploitation and abuse in this sector. The […]

AT least five members of  FAMU’s 10-student Electoral Commission submitted their resignation letters Thursday night to Larry LaFrance, vice chair of the Student Government Association’s  Judicial and Rules Committee, because of the ongoing controversy regarding the two Miss FAMU candidates who were removed from the ballot earlier this week. One […]

The Tallahassee African American Genealogical Society, or TAAGS, is equipping the local Black community to become their own genealogists and learn about their family history.  TAAGS hosted a “finding your roots: researching your family history for beginners” workshop on Feb. 10, during Black History Month.  The speaker was Juanita Gaston, […]

The Agriculture & Natural Resources Appropriations Subcommittee has taken up House Bill 1071.  The bill,   sponsored by Rep. Danny Alvarez, R-Tampa, concentrates on the manufacturing and distribution of cultivated meats — also known as “lab meats” — in Florida.  According to the Good Food Institute, cultivated meat is produced […]

The United Faculty of Florida-FAMU Chapter is grappling with obstacles in its efforts for chapter certification renewal, raising concerns about adherence to labor union guidelines amidst broader pressures on union activities statewide. As a labor union representing faculty members, UFF-FAMU is obligated to apply for renewal certification annually, subject to […]