Tuesday, June 23, 2026

Weather: Today, showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly between 2pm and 3pm with a high near 92. Tonight, a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm with a low around 72. Wednesday, sunny, with a high near 91. Wednesday night, with a low around 71. NWS

US stock markets close mixed (S&P 500 -0.4%, Dow +0.3%, Nasdaq -1.3%) (More).

Local & State News

During a recent presentation about the local economy at the Capital Tiger Bay Club, Skip Foster, the former publisher of the Tallahassee Democrat, stated that “In October of 2024, according to the OEV’s own data center, there were 163,592 jobs in Leon County. The latest reporting data – it’s down to 158,830.” Foster concludes that, based on this data, “Almost 5,000 jobs have vanished in 18 months.” Foster’s conclusion is wrong and here’s why.

An upward trend in the state’s unemployment rate paused in May, with hiring by small businesses considered “flat.” Details

National News

Alan Greenspan, the former Federal Reserve chair known as “The Maestro,” died yesterday from complications of Parkinson’s disease at age 100. He led the central bank from 1987 to 2006, steering the US economy through a stock market crash, the dot-com boom, the 9/11 attacks, and years of growth that made him the defining policymaker of his era. 

Vice President JD Vance says Iran agreed to allow nuclear inspectors back into the country, while Iran says it made “no new commitments”; inspectors have had limited access since Israeli strikes on Iran in June 2025 (More).

Monday, June 22, 2026

Weather: Today, a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 2pm with a high near 92. Tonight, a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm with a low around 76. Tuesday, a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 4pm with a high near 93. Tuesday night, A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 11pm, with a low around 75. NWS

US stock markets were closed Friday.

Local & State News

During a candidate forum for city commission seat 5 featuring incumbent Dianne Williams-Cox and challengers Tifany Hill and Dot Inman-Johnson, Inman-Johnson responded with a false statement in her answer to a question related to the FSU Health purchase of the city of Tallahassee owned hospital assets. Details.

Florida’s attorney general concluded the State University System Board of Governors has no legal authority to delay its confirmation vote on Dr. Stuart Bell as University of Florida president. Details

National News

US average gas price drops to $3.93; see state-by-state map (More).

The Trump administration will likely carry out a second round of repairs on the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, President Donald Trump said over the weekend, alleging vandals were responsible for algae buildup and large swathes of peeling paint.

Friday, June 19, 2026

Weather: Today, showers and thunderstorms before 1pm, high near 89. Tonight, a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms with a low around 75. Saturday, showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 5pm, high near 88. Saturday night, showers and thunderstorms before 11pm, low around 73. NWS

US stock markets close up (S&P 500 +1.1%, Dow +0.1%, Nasdaq +2.0%) (More).

Local & State News

Steve Stewart discusses candidate forum for city commission seat 5.

The University of Florida has hit another snag in the push to install a new president. Details

National News

US national average gas prices fall below $4 per gallon for the first time since March, but remain 25% higher than a year ago (More).

Vice President JD Vance delays trip to Switzerland to begin 60 days of negotiations with Iran, including over the country’s nuclear program (More).

Thursday, June 18, 2026

Weather: Today, a chance of showers and thunderstorms before 1pm, then showers likely and possibly a thunderstorm between 1pm and 2pm, then a chance of showers and thunderstorms after 2pm. Partly sunny, with a high near 89. Tonight, a 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 11pm with a low around 77. Friday, showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly after 2pm with a high near 89. Friday Night, showers and thunderstorms before 11pm, low around 75. NWS

US stock markets close lower (S&P 500 -1.2%, Dow -1.0%, Nasdaq -1.3%) after Fed holds rates steady, signals at least one rate hike this year (More).

Local & State News

Steve Stewart discusses local government budget workshops.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, who recently pushed for a major overhaul of property taxes paid to cities and counties, will soon decide whether to increase the amount of money local governments and the state must pay out in negligence lawsuits. Details

National News

The US and Iran have remotely signed their deal to end hostilities, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and launch negotiations regarding Iran’s nuclear program, Pakistan’s prime minister said yesterday. Read the 14-point memorandum of understanding here.

US military strikes boat it says was carrying drugs in the eastern Pacific Ocean, killing one person and leaving two survivors; at least 208 people have been killed in alleged drug boat strikes by the US since September (More).

Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Weather: Today, showers and thunderstorms likely, mainly before 2pm, with a high near 87. Tonight, a slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 9pm, with a low around 77. Thursday, showers and thunderstorms likely, with a high near 87. Thursday night, showers and thunderstorms likely, with a low around 76. NWS

US stock markets close mixed (S&P 500 -0.1%, Dow +0.6%, Nasdaq -1.2%) ahead of Fed’s interest rate decision today (More).

Local & State News

During a budget workshop, Leon County Commissioners considered some changes to cut expenses if taxpayers vote to roll back property taxes this fall. Details.

Leon County Commissioners want a bigger say in how the Council on Culture and Arts, or COCA, spends local tourist development dollars. Details.

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a series of law enforcement-related measures Tuesday, with many of them designed to increase penalties for criminals and give police and prosecutors more options to pursue them. Details

National News

Infant mortality in the US falls to an all-time low of fewer than 5.4 infant deaths per 1,000 live births but remains higher than other high-income countries (More).

Federal authorities said yesterday they disrupted an alleged plot targeting an Ultimate Fighting Championship event at the White House, arresting five people and identifying 23 individuals in a related online chat.

Tuesday, June 16, 2026

Weather: Today, showers and thunderstorms, high near 89. Tonight, showers and thunderstorms, low around 73. Wednesday, showers and thunderstorms likely, high near 85. Wednesday night, mostly cloudy, with a low around 77. NWS

US stock markets close higher (S&P 500 +1.7%, Dow +0.9%, Nasdaq +3.1%), with Dow hitting a fresh record on potential Iran war deal (More).

Local & State News

According to filings with Leon County and the City of Tallahassee, the number of single-family residential construction permits was up 43.5% in May 2026 when compared to May 2025. Details.

State economists project that a proposed property tax cut on November’s ballot would reduce revenue for cities, counties and special taxing districts by nearly $5 billion in its first year and almost $12 billion by its fifth year if approved by voters. Details

Gas prices fell for a third straight week in Florida and the trend should continue as the U.S. announced a framework on Sunday for an agreement expected to end its war with Iran and reopen the flow of oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz. Details

National News

California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) says the Justice Department is investigating him and his wife over unspecified allegations; he characterizes the probe as politically motivated, citing a potential 2028 presidential run (More).

Eight people killed after B-52 bomber crashes shortly after takeoff at US Air Force base in Southern California’s Mojave Desert; those on board included government contractors and uniformed military personnel (More).

Monday, June 15, 2026

Weather: Today, showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 2pm. High near 92. Tonight, a 50 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly before 10pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 74. Tuesday showers and thunderstorms. High near 86. Tuesday night, a chance of showers and thunderstorms, with a low around 73. NWS

US stock markets rise Friday (S&P 500 +0.5%, Dow +0.7%, Nasdaq +0.3%); SpaceX jumps 19% during market debut, becomes 6th most valuable US company with a $2.1T market cap (More).

Local & State News

Ralph Harris Haben, Jr., former Speaker of the Florida House of Representatives, passed away peacefully on June 13, 2026, at the age of 84. Obituary.

U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds’ campaign raised $14 million in the last two months, easily outpacing his Republican and Democratic rivals in the race to replace term-limited Gov. Ron DeSantis. Details

Trulieve Cannabis Co., Florida’s largest marijuana provider and one of the biggest in the nation, has been approved for listing on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Details

National News

The US and Iran have agreed to extend their ceasefire by 60 days, President Donald Trump and mediators revealed yesterday. The countries are scheduled to sign a deal Friday in Switzerland. Oil prices fell on the news.

Friday, June 12, 2026

Weather: Today, a 10 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm with a high near 95. Tonight, partly cloudy, with a low around 76. Saturday, a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 3pm, with a high near 96. Saturday night, a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm, with a low around 76. NWS

US stock markets close higher (S&P 500 +1.8%, Dow +1.9%, Nasdaq +2.5%) after President Donald Trump calls off Iran strikes (More).

Local & State News

Documents prepared for an upcoming budget workshop reviewed the FY 2027 Preliminary Budget, which totals $420.8 million — a 4.8% increase over the current fiscal year budget. Details.

Florida saw a jump in first-time jobless claims last week, ending a three-week slide. Details

Two former local elected officials and a nonprofit group filed suit Thursday in Leon County Circuit Court against the property tax cut amendment placed on the November ballot by lawmakers, alleging it is misleading. Details

National News

President Donald Trump canceled plans yesterday to strike Iran, citing progress in diplomatic negotiations. The announcement came hours after Trump said the US would soon be “taking” Kharg Island, likening the plan to the US operation in Venezuela.

US wholesale prices rise 1.1% in May, putting annual rate at 6.5%, the highest since November 2022 (More).

Thursday, June 11, 2026

Weather: Today, sunny, with a high near 94. Tonight, mostly clear, with a low around 74. Friday, a 10 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm, with a high near 96. Friday night, mostly clear, with a low around 76. NWS

US stock markets close lower (S&P 500 -1.6%, Dow -1.9%, Nasdaq -2.0%) following latest inflation reading (More).

Local & State News

The Tallahassee City Commission voted 3-2 (Matlow, Porter against) to move forward with a voluntary annexation request from property owner Jeffrey Phipps involving five parcels of rural land near the Lake Jackson area. Details.

Steve Stewart discusses the impact of the tax cuts on city of Tallahassee budget.

Former U.S. Rep. Gwen Graham, who fell 3.1 percentage points short of being the Democratic gubernatorial nominee in 2018, could be on the ballot again this year, but in a supporting role. Details

National News

US military says it began striking multiple targets in Iran after President Donald Trump says ceasefire negotiations have stalled (More).

Consumer price index rose 4.2% year over year in May; figure is the fastest pace in three years but in line with expectations (More).

Wednesday, June 10, 2026

Weather: Today, a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 3pm, with a high near 93. Tonight, a 10 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm, with a low around 73. Thursday, sunny with a high near 94. Thursday night, clear with a low around 74. NWS

US stock markets close mixed (S&P 500 -0.3%, Dow +0.2%, Nasdaq -1.0%) ahead of today’s latest inflation reading (More).

Local & State News

This means the proposed constitutional homestead tax amendment, if passed, would reduce the projected 2028 Tallahassee general revenue by approximately 4.8%. The general fund is currently projected to collect $238 million in revenue from several different sources in 2028. Details.

TPD is continuing to dedicate significant resources toward addressing these incidents through increased patrols, proactive enforcement, and focused monitoring of areas where large crowds are known to gather. Details.

Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Cabinet on Tuesday approved $90 million in grants for local law enforcement agencies for items related to enforcement of illegal immigration. Details

Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday signed 17 bills into law, and formally received 20 more pieces of legislation. Details

National News

US existing home sales rose 3.2% year over year in May, the strongest pace since December; median home price of $429,300 is up 1.3% from a year ago, the highest price for any May on record (More).

US House passes $70B bill to fund immigration enforcement for three years, sending measure to President Donald Trump’s desk (More).

Tuesday, June 9, 2026

Weather: Today, partly sunny, with a high near 90. Tonight, partly cloudy, with a low around 72. Wednesday, a 10 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 5pm, with a high near 93. Wednesday night, a 30 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8pm, with a low around 73. NWS

US stock markets close mixed (S&P 500 +0.3%, Dow -0.2%, Nasdaq +0.9%) (More).

Local & State News

According to 2025-26 data published by the Florida Department of Education, the Leon County School District (LCS) maintains a higher ratio of administrators and non-instructional staff to student population when compared to both the Florida average and the average of comparable school districts. Details.

As the U.S. continues to lower is petroleum stockpile, gas prices continued to fall in Florida. Details

The Florida Department of Education is directing school districts to add artificial intelligence use to their internet safety policies. Details

National News

The Justice Department announced yesterday that it will work to strip citizenship from 17 naturalized US citizens, the largest cohort to date. The announcement comes weeks after the DOJ named a dozen other cases.

Trial begins for man accused of starting last year’s Palisades Fire; Jonathan Rinderknecht allegedly started a blaze on Jan. 1, 2025, that spread undetected in root systems and reemerged days later, killing 12 people (More).

Monday, June 8, 2026

Weather: Today, a 10 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 4pm with a high near 93. Tonight, a 10 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms before 7pm with a low around 75. Tuesday, mostly cloudy with a high near 90. Tuesday night, partly cloudy, with a low around 72. NWS

US stock markets drop sharply Friday (S&P 500 -2.6%, Dow -1.4%, Nasdaq -4.2%) as investors get anxious over AI chip companies; tech-heavy Nasdaq sees worst day since last April (More).

Local & State News

Leon County commissioners will receive a detailed report on June 9 outlining the circumstances surrounding five inmate deaths that occurred at the Leon County Detention Facility during 2025, with county staff concluding that all investigations have been completed and found no evidence of foul play. Details.

ICYM: LCS students decline as tax increase is approved. Details.

Orange County Mayor and Democratic gubernatorial candidate Jerry Demings announced Friday he is suspending his 2026 campaign after being diagnosed with a treatable form of prostate cancer. Details

National News

Los Angeles councilwoman Nithya Raman (D) overtakes Spencer Pratt (R) as vote counting continues; Mayor Karen Bass (D) refers to Raman as her “general election opponent” (More).

Pharma giant Eli Lilly says its “triple agonist” drug—a GLP-1 drug with added appetite-suppression mechanisms—showed weight reductions of 25%-30%, with reductions in sleep apnea, knee osteoarthritis, and more (More).