Author: Carma Henry

       “The conferences are starting to do new deals with ESPN,” Symonds reflected in his annual chat with HBCU Legends. “We’re no longer so much the ‘second fiddle’ as we started in the beginning of this game, and that started to open up doors where a lot of these classics have now seen what we’re doing.”

Sixteen years ago today, an HBCU legend and NFL great was tragically taken away from the sports world.

  At 21, I believed success was supposed to be instant, that purpose would arrive gift-wrapped at the top of some figurative ladder. Back then, the valley felt like failure, the delay felt like denial, and silence felt like abandonment.

BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — The remarks echo proposals President Donald Trump himself has floated in recent months, including a plan to compel farmers to house and supervise migrant laborers to avoid ICE raids directly

BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — Boycotts and other actions began against the chain after Target quietly pulled back from its $2.1 billion diversity, equity, and inclusion pledge—announced after the murder of George Floyd—to expand Black-owned brands, diversify leadership, and improve the shopping experience for Black customers. Instead, organizers and clergy say the company has attempted to buy goodwill through marketing campaigns and donations, while avoiding meaningful accountability.

The City of Pompano Beach recently honored hometown rap artist Kodak Black with a key to the city in recognition of his charitable contributions and ongoing support for the community.

Florida has eliminated sales tax on commercial rental properties as part of its effort to give tax relief for tenants struggling to pay the fees.

Holy Cross Health celebrated the blessing and unveiling of the Jon & Helaine Ayers Rehabilitation Center with a special dedication ceremony and ribbon cutting.

Sister Cities of Delray Beach, Florida is hosting a two-week Youth Leadership & Cultural Exchange Program between July 7 – 18, 2025.  The dynamic two-week experience is designed to empower local youth through leadership development, cultural education, and international awareness located Creative Arts School at Old School Square, 51 North Swinton Avenue, Delray Beach, Florida

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