Opinions

Time to Act on Crime, Violence and Police Reform in America

The truth is, crime is out of control in this country, especially in too many of our cities. While many choose to turn a blind eye, it is people of color who are the majority of the victims: People of color account for 73 percent of rape victims; 72 percent of robbery victims; and 80 percent of felony assault victims; and 68.7 percent of the people in prison are Black and brown and 44% percent of the people killed by police in the United States are Black and brown. […]

Religion

Central Florida Leaders Remember Randolph Bracy, Jr.

     “It is with profound sorrow that we announce the earthly work of Rev. Dr. Randolph Bracy, Jr. has been completed. He was a guiding light, a beacon of faith, and an inspiration to us all. His unwavering dedication to serving our community and spreading the message of love, compassion and hope touched countless lives. We bow in humble submission to the omniscient will of God. Today, divinely, and appropriately on Father’s Day, Rev. Dr. Randolph Bracy, Jr. traded in his cross for a majestic crown,” the family statement reads. […]

Local News

Labor leader Mike Williams dies in water accident

     “Florida’s union families are mourning the passing of Mike Williams, President of the Florida AFL-CIO, following a water accident on June 17th at his home in St. Marks, Florida,” reads a post from the organization. “Williams was one of the most transformative labor leaders in Florida history.” […]

National News

FTC takes on Fraudulent Student Debt Relief Scams, Fake ‘Free Trials’ Recent Efforts Build on $392 Million Returned in 2022 

     Last year, FTC returned more than $392 million to more than 1.9 million consumers who registered complaints, according to the agency’s annual report. Auto sales and financing, payday lending, credit repair and debt relief were targets of other successful enforcement in 2022 that benefited consumers in every state. […]