Good morning, Tallahassee.

Tallahassee Police said a man died and a suspect was taken into custody after a shooting on South Adams Street early Sunday morning—officials are still investigating the incident.

Two brothers detained in May at a Tallahassee construction site for new student housing pleaded guilty to illegally reentering the United States—Candido Hurtado-Solano is scheduled to be sentenced on July 11 while Juan Hurtado-Solano’s sentencing remains pending, and both face up to two years in prison with removal from the country.

The Circle of Chains memorial opened at the state capitol on Monday, June 30 and shows a slave breaking his chain — a symbol of hope and the enduring ties among six figures in chains.

Two FSU doctoral students from the College of Arts and Sciences—Morgan Robison from clinical psychology and Danielle Wirsansky from history—have received competitive 2025-2026 P.E.O.

Scholar Awards for academic excellence. The awards, worth up to $25,000 for one year of study, place them among 100 winners nationwide selected from 776 nominees.

Attorney Maite C. Garcia said Gov. Ron DeSantis did not choose a new circuit judge for the Tallahassee area by the required deadline after receiving a list of nominees on April 30; she filed the suit on Friday + the governor must answer by July 14.

FSU College of Law students Lauren Evans and Tazara Fields worked with professors Paolo Annino and Emmalyn Dalton to help pass House Bill 1237, a law signed by Governor Ron DeSantis last week that requires school staff to get training to spot human trafficking signs—aimed at protecting vulnerable children. They spent months preparing testimony and building bipartisan support to bring the bill from concept to passage—demonstrating a strong role in shaping state policy.

The City of Tallahassee has opened applications for its 2025 Neighborhood Awards Program to honor residents and neighborhoods for improvements made in 2024 + the program includes categories for Outstanding Neighbor and Neighborhood of the Year.

Entries must be submitted by 5 p.m. on Aug. 29 + winners will receive award plaques, neighborhood signs, or a $500 cash prize for a community project.

Tallahassee Soccer Club will hit the road for its first playoff game today—team officials say the trip marks an important milestone in the club’s season.

Infinity Con

10:00-11:30 a.m. — Donald L. Tucker Civic Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience Infinity Con live in Tallahassee with exciting activities and guests.

Tally Devs Meetup at Momo's: Show & Tell Tech Tools

6-8 p.m. — Momo's Pizza — BYO$$ — Share your favorite tech tools and hacks in a relaxed setting with fellow enthusiasts.

Angel Ocasio Live at Cash's Juke Joint

7-10 p.m. — The Sound Bar — $12.50 online, $15 at the door — Experience an evening of blues and soul with Cash's Juke Joint in Tallahassee.

Hotboii Summer Finale Concert

10:00-11:30 p.m. — Potbelly’s — Tickets available online — Witness Florida’s own Hotboii electrify the stage in this high-energy concert experience.

Forever Grads 2025 Graduation Party

10 PM – 2 AM — Potbelly's — Free entry for graduates — Celebrate your achievements and enjoy a vibrant atmosphere at the ultimate graduation party.

Back to School: Fuel the Future

10 AM – 1 PM — Florida Blue Center - Tallahassee — Free school supplies — A family-friendly event with fun activities and resources to kickstart an academic year.