Single-Family Construction Permits Hit 3-Year High in June
According to filings with Leon County and the City of Tallahassee, over the last four months there have been 243 permits issued,…
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Steve Stewart is the founder and editor of Tallahassee Reports which began in 2009 as an online blog. Steve received a Bachelors Degree from Clemson University in 1984 and a Masters degree in Political Science from FSU in 1990. He has been involved with state and local politics since arriving in Tallahassee in 1989.
Property Crime Down in June, Violent Crime Incidents Trending Up
TPD crime incident numbers for June 2026 are in. For the month of June, property crime incidents were down when compared to…
Leon County Ranks 21st in Florida, 6th in Peer Group for Business Growth
Leon County added more than 1,700 business establishments between 2019 and 2025, posting one of the strongest growth rates among a group…
Matlow’s Aide Creates Political Website, Criticizes Matlow’s Opponents
Tallahassee City Commissioner Jeremy Matlow’s aide, Ryan Ray, created a political website in 2024 and is now using the site during his…
Leon County Ranks 13th in Wages, 37th in Job Growth
The latest Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages (QCEW) data shows that Leon County economy ranks 37th among the 67 Florida counties…
Three Men Receive Mandatory Life Sentences in 2023 Shooting of Tallahassee Police Officer
Three men convicted in a violent 2023 crime spree that left a Tallahassee police officer critically wounded were each sentenced Monday to…
Former Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum Arrested on Drug Charges in Alabama
Former Tallahassee Mayor Andrew Gillum, the 2018 Democratic nominee for Florida governor, was arrested in southern Alabama on drug-related charges, according to…
TPD Investigating July 4th Homicide Near Hilaman
The Tallahassee Police Department (TPD) is currently conducting a homicide investigation in the 1900 block of Larette Drive. At approximately 12:03 a.m.,…
Breeze Airways Launches New Nonstop Flights from Tallahassee
Tallahassee travelers now have two new nonstop flight options as Breeze Airways began service from Tallahassee International Airport to Fort Lauderdale and…
Blueprint Approves Economic Development, Transportation Actions
The Blueprint Intergovernmental Agency Board recently approved five agenda items, including leadership changes, economic development incentives, policy updates and steps toward advancing…
Tallahassee QB Club Announces 2026 Fall Speaker Lineup
Tallahassee Quarterback Club Announces 2026 Fall Speaker Lineup Featuring Football Stars and Analysts The Tallahassee Quarterback Club has announced its 2026 Fall…
Leon County Schools Closes High School Tracks to Public After Short-Lived Reopening
Leon County Schools is closing all high school tracks and athletic fields to the public again, ending a brief return of community…