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Scientists are calling for further investigation by state and local governments into elevated PFAS (Forever Chemicals) levels found in private wells in Woodville and in the water at Wakulla Springs. @mayasargent has more on how one allergist/asthma specialist is still wanting to find out where the elevated PFAS are coming from despite a recent study that shows the water is safe. #wtxl #abc27 #Tallahassee #WakullaSprings
A Tallahassee flea market is in a dispute with the city after organizers say they received a 12-hour notice to comply with a code enforcement order to shut down or face a $250-a-day fine. Tap the link in our bio for more on this story.
Women Empowering Each Other held a Take What You Need Access Day, giving families diapers, wipes, clothing, and household items as the organization prepares for an upcoming expansion. Tap the link in our bio for more on this story.
When officers arrived, they found bystanders already providing first aid to the 14-year-old victim, who had a gunshot wound to his face. Officers took over first aid until firefighters and EMTs arrived. Tap the link in our bio for more on this story.
A new lawsuit claims failed fire alarms and safety violations contributed to the deadly Social Seminole fire that killed FSU student Preet Harsoda. Tap the link in our bio for more on this story.
AMERICA VOTES 2026: The Georgia Primary is soon approaching. Here's what you need to know before going to the polls. Tap the link in our bio for details.
Jefferson County farmer Earnest Fulford is pushing for farm safety awareness after a near-fatal fall in 2018, ahead of a May 22nd Farm Bureau Safety Day. Tap the link in our bio for more on this story.
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What happens if kids invented the weather? A lot!!
Third graders at Killearn Lakes Elementary got to put their own twist on forecasting! 🌤️
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Education data shows Decatur County students read below Georgia's state average. Experts say early intentional reading and community support can help. Tap the link in our bio for more on this story.
The City of Tallahassee will review its policies that could conflict with a new anti-DEI law recently signed by Governor Ron DeSantis. The law, which takes effect January 1st, 2027, limits local governments from funding or promoting any policies related to diversity, equity, and inclusion. @mayasargent has more on what this process could look like. #wtxl #abc27 #DEI #Tallahassee #LeonCounty
Social Seminole Apartments faces lawsuit over deadly fire from November 2025. The complaint alleges the fire originated in a column of the building as a result of cosmetic damage to its façade that allowed individuals to improperly discard rubbish, including an item that smoldered and started the deadly fire. Tap the link in our bio for details.
