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May 2, 2024 at 8:00:00 PM
With Sweeping Six-Week Abortion Ban in Place, Florida Eyes a Citizens' Choice in November
As of May 1, abortion is legal in Florida only up until six weeks of pregnancy. The ban also impacts neighboring southern states where abortion is increasingly unaccessible. Pro-Choice Floridians are now putting hope in changing the state's constitution.
April 30, 2024 at 10:00:00 PM
Amid Push to Ban DEI from Campus, New Florida Law Mandates Schools Teach the Dangers of Communism
The shuttering of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion offices in Florida universities is causing concern for students and faculty alike. Professors and students express concern about how it is changing campus culture, and tie it to a newer law mandating teachers address the dangers of Communism.
April 19, 2024 at 3:00:00 PM
Florida Universities Eliminate Sociology as a Core Course, Ban DEI Funding
The Board of Governors ruled to eliminate sociology as a general education course requirement in Florida's state universities and colleges, amidst new legislation that banned funding for all DEI programs. Gov. DeSantis has targeted sociology in particular and as a ‘woke' ideology, but FAU students and faculty beg to differ.
April 16, 2024 at 9:00:00 PM
In Florida, it's now OK to 'say gay' in the classroom. But it can't be part of the instruction.
Many educators and activists are celebrating a settlement reached following a lawsuit over the state's 'Don't Say Gay' legislation. Some, however, say discussions are still shackled by the legislation. Gov. Ron DeSantis is also calling it a win, because it leaves the Parental Rights in Education bill in effect.
April 12, 2024 at 3:00:00 PM
Nicotine in a New Shape: ZYN is Becoming the Buzz of Choice on College Campuses
A new nicotine crave is in the headlines, and it just might edge out vaping and smoking. For students, it’s become an easy go-to rush before exams or workouts. Politicians and pundits are also having their say.
April 7, 2024 at 7:00:00 PM
Cannabis Crossroads: Florida to Vote on Recreational Marijuana
Gov. Ron DeSantis says the measure to legalize recreational marijuana is too 'radical’ for Florida. But advocates say it will be good for business and will increase access to those who use it for pain and various medical conditions, but find it cumbersome or costly to get a dispensary card.
April 5, 2024 at 4:00:00 PM
FAU Basketball Embarking on New Era Under John Jakus
Under head coach John Jakus, a new era of FAU basketball is taking shape as multiple players look to potentially take their talents elsewhere. He follows Dusty May, who announced that he was leaving for the University of Michigan a day after the Owls’ first-round exit from the NCAA Tournament in late March.
March 29, 2024 at 10:00:00 PM
Abortion on the Ballot: Will Floridians Get a Chance to Choose?
A movement to put the question of abortion rights to Florida voters garnered more than enough signatures to be put to the people in November as a referendum. Conservative groups say the wording is vague. The state Supreme Court will decide by April 1.
March 22, 2024 at 12:00:00 PM
South Florida Cities Opt for Safety over Spring Break Revelry
From the death of a child who had been digging a hole in the sand in Lauderdale-by-the-Sea to Miami’s Spring Break-up, South Florida beaches are having a moment. While lifeguards and leaders emphasize safer, saner days in the sun, young tourists aren’t sure this is what they came for.
March 15, 2024 at 3:00:00 PM
Paving the Preserve: Wellington Makes Controversial Move to Carve up Equestrian Space
After a long and contentious debate over the issue, land is being rezoned to make way for luxury homes and a golf course redesign. Many residents fear it will set Wellington on path away from equestrian bliss and towards over-development.
March 8, 2024 at 9:00:00 PM
No Media for Minors: New Florida Bill Could Be a Buzzkill for Teens’ Social Media
Placing limits on kids’ social media usage has been on conservatives’ legislative wish-list for the last few years. A House bill that would ban minors under 16 from social media accounts went further than some Republicans thought constitutionally viable, earning a rare gubernatorial veto. A revised bill passed just in time for the end of the legislative session.