Good morning, Tallahassee.

It Ends, a psychological horror film made by local FSU alumni, turned an $80,000 budget into $1.1 million in box office earnings following its SXBW premiere in March 2025.

The film uses North Florida scenery & a close-knit crew to highlight local talent in a compelling Gen Z story.

FSU Shadow is celebrating 10 years of connecting students with professionals.

Student applications for the winter session run from Oct. 14 to Nov. 4 & the awards ceremony will be held on Friday, Nov. 20.

Ten FSU students spent eight weeks in South Africa this summer as part of the inaugural CARE Global Learning Community program (hosted by International Programs).

They took language classes, explored local culture and worked full-time at organizations in Durban, Johannesburg and Cape Town.

Florida State offers remote proctoring for online exams that cost between $13 and $29, while an in-person alternative at the Tallahassee Testing Center is free (seats are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis).

Leon County Schools borrowed a $30 million short-term loan to cover payroll until property tax revenues arrive — a move that exposes mounting financial pressure and sets a board review for a stability plan by December.

A Leon County Schools fifth grader served as Fire Chief for a Day at the Tallahassee Fire Department today.

The student (picked up by Engine 9) led a command staff meeting at the Public Safety Complex and visited City Hall.

AccuWeather forecasts that a historic El Niño will impact the weather — bringing cool, wet conditions and a risk of severe storms and tornadoes — while the National Weather Service notes an 83% chance for strong weather patterns from January through March.

Leon County improved Tower Road Park in the northwest area after local residents shared their input on needed features.

The updated park now includes a basketball court, new playground equipment for young children, and improved lighting for after-dark use.

Florida A&M women’s basketball team prepares for the season with eight returning players and seven newcomers, as coach Bridgette Gordon looks ahead to an exhibition game Oct.

27 in Knoxville and a regular season opener Nov. 3 at UCF—motivated by last season’s loss.

After a heatstroke incident at ASU, Florida State has maintained strict protocols to protect its athletes by using measures such as pre-workout medical screening and a 14-day acclimatization period (key steps in the updated athletics handbook) to ensure safety during outdoor workouts.