Good morning, Tallahassee.

Law enforcement officials shut down three illegal casinos in Tallahassee when they conducted Operation Westside with help from the Florida Highway Patrol & Department of Homeland Security Investigations, seizing 401 gambling machines and nearly 92,167 dollars in cash while making five arrests.

A U.S. district judge on April 5 temporarily halted Florida’s new immigration law that creates state crimes for undocumented immigrants after ruling it violates federal powers (the law would impose mandatory prison terms).

A hearing is set for April 18 to decide if the measure will remain blocked as the legal challenge continues.

The city's school speed zone enforcement program began on March 31 in two school zones near Ruediger Elementary/RA Middle School and Desoto Trail Elementary on Kerry Forest Pkwy—an action prompted by a one-day traffic study that recorded over 47,000 speeding violations; officials said the move is expected to reduce speeding in school zones in the future.

FSU student Ashton Herndon—an emerging college lifestyle influencer—greets fans on campus near Starbucks as he shares advice on handling college life and grows his following with 79,800 YouTube subscribers and 52,000 Instagram followers.

He started content creation—initially inspired by Musical.ly—and now works closely with his roommate to manage every part of his online brand.

FSU softball came from behind after a 7-1 deficit to beat UVA 9-8 at a sold-out Seminole Softball Complex on April 5th—coach Lonni Alameda said the win shows her team's strong comeback effort in the final innings.

FSU junior Kyvon Tatham from Pembroke Pines became ACC champion last month in the men's triple jump with a mark of 15.91 meters — he is now ranked No. 1 in the event — and he studies human development and family sciences while aiming for a national title.

The Casualties EP Release Show

9-11:30 p.m. — 926 Bar & Grill — $10 over 21, $12 under 21 — Celebrate local music with The Casualties and special guests Palace Rats and The Yeah Babys.

Coolbreeze Art & Smooth Jazz Festival: Sankofa Concert

4:30-6:30 p.m. — Cascades Park — Free entry for ages 9-18 — Enjoy an evening of jazz fusion and art with award-winning musicians.

Virginia at Florida State Baseball Game

6-10 p.m. — Dick Howser Stadium — Stream live for $84.99/mo — Catch the thrilling college baseball matchup between Virginia and Florida State.

Local Bands Showcase: Housing Cows and Friends

8:30-11:30 p.m. — The Bark — $10 cover — Enjoy an eclectic mix of local talent featuring Housing Cows, NPC Luv, Solomon Hill, and The Village Idiots.

25th Annual Chain of Parks Art Festival

10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Tallahassee Chain of Parks — Free entry — Celebrate 25 years of art with local artists and vibrant exhibits in downtown Tallahassee.

Gene Simmons Band Concert

8-11 p.m. — The Moon — Check for ticket availability — Experience an electrifying performance by Gene Simmons in Tallahassee.

Graduation Party at Potbelly's

10 PM – 2 AM — Potbelly's — Free entry for graduates — Celebrate your academic achievements in style with a lively atmosphere and drink specials.

The Rhythm Remedy

7:30 p.m. — The Sound Bar — $10 cover — Dance to the horn-driven rockin soul of The Rhythm Remedy featuring Motown, Funk, Soul, and Blues.

Mic Drop Mondays: Cinco de Mayo Edition

7-10 p.m. — House of Music Tallahassee — Free entry — Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with open mic fun and karaoke roulette for amazing prizes.