Author: Carma Henry

       Under U.S. immigration law, the Secretary of Homeland Security is required to review TPS designations at least 60 days prior to their expiration to determine whether the original conditions that warranted the protection still exist. Following consultations with relevant government agencies, Secretary Noem concluded that Haiti no longer meets the statutory requirements for TPS.

       Howard University will participate in Duke’s Brotherhood Run Nov. 22 and Nov. 23 at Cameron Indoor Stadium, along with the Blue Devils and Niagra.

       Donald Trump calls it “big” and “beautiful.” He flashes it like ILL-gotten gain at campaign rallies, the massive, multi-billion-dollar legislation packages he brags about. Infrastructure, border security, policing, tax cuts. To Trump, these bills are monuments to his greatness. To us, Black, Brown, Indigenous, poor, queer, immigrant, these bills are reminders that this nation still sees us as expendable.

       Florida is enacting several new laws covering public safety and youth protection. Key changes include:

       The family of Jabari Latrell Peoples, an 18-year-old who was fatally shot by law enforcement in Alabama on Monday, is demanding justice after saying he was unarmed.

BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — Companies have been conflicted about diversity policy because the Trump Administration has pushed hard against diversity and inclusion policy. The Trump Administration has targeted corporations and law firms and pressured them to retreat from DEI.

The Delta Eta Zeta “Premier” Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, Broward County’s pioneering Black Greek-letter organization, hosted a memorable “Delta Eta Zeta Day at the Museum” on Saturday, June 21, 2025.

Legacy Magazine is recognizing two proud ambassadors of Broward County Government for their leadership, impact, and dedication to uplifting our community. Dr. Tameka Hobbs, manager of the African American Research Library and Cultural Center (AARLCC), and Zachary Rinkins, public information officer with Broward County Animal Care, have been named among Legacy’s Most Powerful & Influential Black Business Leaders for 2025. The prestigious list honors Black excellence across South Florida—from corporate boardrooms and classrooms to government agencies and grassroots movements. Rinkins was also named Trailblazer of the Year. Dr. Hobbs and Mr. Rinkins will join fellow honorees during the Power Reception and Awards Luncheon at Florida Memorial University was held on Wednesday, June 11, at noon.

   Hop on the ARTY VAN GOGH bus this summer and create art! This program is sponsored by the Broward Public Library Foundation​.

BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — On the Senate floor on June 30, North Carolina Republican Sen. Thom Tillis spoke against President Trump’s budget bill that will kill health care coverage for 17 million Americans.