After Bruising Election Cycle, Porter Passed Over for Mayor Pro-Tem Position

After Bruising Election Cycle, Porter Passed Over for Mayor Pro-Tem Position

After a bruising election cycle that featured Tallahassee city commissioners Jeremy Matlow and Jack Porter actively working to unseat their colleague and current City Commissioner Curtis Richardson, Porter was passed over for the ceremonial role of mayor pro-tem. During the city’s reorganization meeting, Commissioner Richardson made the motion to appoint Williams-Cox to the position of […]

The Tallahassee Reports Daily Briefs: Tuesday, November 19, 2024

The Tallahassee Reports Daily Briefs: Tuesday, November 19, 2024

LOCAL NEWS On November 7th, 2024, the Leon County Children’s Services Council (CSC) held a workshop meeting to address possible partnerships with the city of Tallahassee and Leon County. Get the details. On Tuesday, November 19th, NEBA – The Network of Entrepreneurs and Business Advocates – will hold an “Election Wrap Up” forum featuring former Tallahassee […]

State Pushes Back in School Books Fight

State Pushes Back in School Books Fight

By Jim Saunders, The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — Florida education leaders are trying to fend off a lawsuit filed by major publishing companies and authors over the removal of books from school libraries, disputing allegations that a controversial state law violates the First Amendment. Attorney General Ashley Moody’s office Friday filed a 25-page […]

The Tallahassee Reports Daily Briefs: Monday, November 18, 2024

The Tallahassee Reports Daily Briefs: Monday, November 18, 2024

LOCAL NEWS The Tallahassee Police Department is currently investigating a homicide that occurred in the 1400 block of Alabama Street. At approximately 3:27 p.m., a call was received in reference to a possible shooting in the area. Upon arrival, officers located an adult male with multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to a local […]

Mail-in Ballot Law Puts Crimp in Special Elections

Mail-in Ballot Law Puts Crimp in Special Elections

By Dara Kam, The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — A controversial 2021 state law making it harder for people to vote by mail could complicate holding special elections to fill two Florida congressional seats after President-elect Donald Trump tapped Republicans Matt Gaetz and Mike Waltz to serve in his administration. The 2021 law included […]

The Tallahassee Reports Daily Briefs: Friday, November 15, 2024

The Tallahassee Reports Daily Briefs: Friday, November 15, 2024

LOCAL NEWS On Tuesday, November 19th, NEBA – The Network of Entrepreneurs and Business Advocates – will hold an “Election Wrap Up” forum featuring former Tallahassee Democrat publisher Skip Foster and the president of the James Madison Institute, Bob McClure. Get the details. A candlelight vigil was held Thursday evening in memory of Gavin Witmer, […]

Moody Alleges FEMA Violated Civil Rights

Moody Alleges FEMA Violated Civil Rights

By Jim Saunders, The News Service of Florida TALLAHASSEE — Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody has filed a lawsuit alleging that the Federal Emergency Management Agency violated the civil rights of supporters of President-elect Donald Trump in the aftermath of hurricanes Helene and Milton. Moody filed the lawsuit Wednesday in federal court in Fort Pierce, […]