LCS to Consider International Teachers Amid Shortages, Financial Challenges
Facing persistent teacher shortages in several subject areas, the Leon County Schools is considering a partnership that would recruit international educators to…
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City to Begin National Search for New City Manager
The Tallahassee City Commission is preparing to launch a nationwide search for the next city manager following the announced retirement of longtime…
County Solid Waste Fee Increase Considered
After holding steady for three decades, Leon County’s $40 annual solid waste assessment for unincorporated residents could soon increase as officials confront…
Violent Crime Incident Numbers Remain Elevated
TPD crime incident numbers for April 2026 are in. The numbers show that year-to-date (YTD) property crime and violent crime incidents are…
City to Receive Update on New Florida DEI Law
The Ron DeSantis administration’s newly signed restrictions on diversity, equity and inclusion programs could require the City of Tallahassee to reevaluate a…
Chiles Flag Football Advances to Regional Final Against Ponte Vedra
On May 4th, the Chiles flag football team (16-2) beat Niceville (16-3) with a final score of 21-7 at Stan Goldstein field…
TMH Earns Third “B” in a Row in Leapfrog Hospital Safety Ratings
Tallahassee Memorial HealthCare (TMH) has earned a “B” grade in the Spring 2026 Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade for the third rating period in…
FSU Confers Honorary Degree on Alumna, Spanx Founder, Sara Blakely
By Patty Cox, FSU News Florida State University awarded an Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters to alumna and Spanx founder Sara Blakely during spring…
Leon County School Board Votes to Consider a Property Tax Increase
The Leon County School Board is looking to voters to approve a property tax increase this fall to help address the well…
Matlow Responds to Goad Resignation, Continues Criticism
City Commissioner and mayoral candidate Jeremy Matlow responded on social media to the news of City Manager Reese Goad’s resignation, saying “it…
Trulieve Cited for Environmental Violations in Jefferson County
A cannabis production facility operated by Trulieve in Jefferson County has been cited for multiple violations of environmental regulations, according to state…
TPD Makes Arrest in Fatal Zingales Shooting
The Tallahassee Police Department (TPD) has arrested 23-year-old Lavarion Williams in connection to a fatal shooting that occurred on April 5 at…