Local News
Andrew Smalling for Broward County Sheriff
This release is being issued to announce the candidacy of Andrew Smalling for the office of Broward County Sheriff in the 2020 Primary Election on August 25th, 2020. […]
Articles by Carma Henry
National Sports
The 2019 Masters: Tiger’s Incredible Improbable Comeback to Win
“It’s overwhelming because of what has transpired,” Woods told reporters after he shot a -2 under 72 for -13 under overall to seal the victory. “It’s unreal for me to be experiencing this. I’m kind of at a loss for words really,” he said. […]
Local News
The Windsor D. Ferguson Memorial Awards
The family of the Late Bishop Windsor D. Ferguson is proud to announce the recipients of The Windsor D. Ferguson Memorial STEM Awards at Tuskegee University. This award is restricted to a Florida or a Maryland fulltime undergraduate who demonstrates leadership qualities and academic success. […]
Local News
FAMU Professor Invents Cooling Vest
A Florida A&M University (FAMU) professor has developed a cooling vest that could be a lifesaver for football players, fire fighters, soldiers and others who toil in hot, humid weather and also generate millions for the University. […]
Opinions
After 51 Years, Fair Housing Still An Unfinished Journey
“According to the National Fair Housing Alliance, individuals filed 28,843 housing discrimination complaints in 2017,” said Waters. “Under the Trump Administration, fair housing protections are under attack…. According to news reports Secretary Carson proposed taking the words ‘free from discrimination’ out of HUD’s mission statement.” […]
National News
The Fight for Equal Pay, Gender Parity Heats Up
Black women sit at the nexus of race and gender and are buffeted by the twin spectres of these “isms”, and struggle upstream against a current of prejudice and bias which is compounded by gender and race. This intersectional discrimination exacerbates those gender and race gaps, stymies Black women’s ability to access educational opportunities, and has a pervasive and corrosive impact on their careers and career advancement, experts say. […]
Opinions
Black Studies becomes major factors in social
At the modern HCBU campuses, most have established courses in Black Studies, but few have departments dedicated to the field. Only Howard and Clark Atlanta universities offer a Master of Arts in Black Studies. Howard is the only HBCU to offer a doctoral program in African Studies; eight traditionally White institutions (including Princeton and Yale) also offer a Ph. D in African Studies. […]
Opinions
Wordz of Wilson – Black Heroes
I believe celebrating our heroes does as much for us as it does them. Most who put in work to improve our communities, using whatever resources they have, don’t do it for flowers, applause, or any other recognition. However, is it too much to ask of ourselves to let them know they are seen and valued? […]
National News
Suspect Arrested in Case of Three Church Fires in Louisiana
St. Mary Baptist Church in Port Barre burned down on March 26. On April 2, the Greater Union Baptist Church in Opelousas, Louisiana was burned down. Two days after that fire on April 4, the Mount Pleasant Baptist Church was also burned in the same town. Authorities are confident that the fires were all intentionally set. […]
Local News
Florida Grand Opera presents a free family fun day at Pompano Beach Cultural Center on April 20, 2019
FGO’s Family Day is a fun-filled event where opera fans – young and old, new to the genre or opera aficionados – can come and explore the world of opera through hands-on activities, interactive experiences, and the thrill of live theater. Activities will include stage make up, costume and prop design, instrument petting zoo, voice lessons, and a live musical performance to delight all ages. All participants receive an opera passport/autograph book to guide them through the day’s activities, as well as a special gift to commemorate the day. […]