Author: Carma Henry

    On September 24, standing in for South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, Ronald Lamola, South Africa’s Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, told General Assembly delegates that “the promise of democracy and international cooperation wanes when we cannot demonstrate that they can address inequality and insecurity.” Thus, “together with Brazil, Norway, and Spain, South Africa calls on this Assembly to throw its weight behind the establishment” of an International Panel on Inequality (IPI). Based on the model of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, the IPI would research inequality within and between countries and develop policies to close the widening gap between the rich and the poor.

       At the zenith stands the President—America’s Wizard of Oz. Like L. Frank Baum’s Wizard, he projects enormous power. Executive orders thunder from the White House; certainty, instinct, and strength dominate the performance. Yet behind the curtain stands a mortal man—President Donald Trump, a man always in search of the “Ultimate Deal.”

     Democrats can’t afford to have their affordability message muffled by an internal fight over the party’s direction. The working class needs to hear a clear and direct message from Democrats on how the party will bring down costs.

Things Happen When Young Black Men In America Leave Home.

       Research from the Georgetown Law Center on Poverty and Inequality exposes how 70 percent of all Americans struggle with multiple affordability issues like housing, food, health care, and childcare, according to its Family Economic Well-Being Index.  Nationally, 41 percent of Americans face a health care burden, 33 percent face a housing burden, and nearly one-third face a food burden.

The Community Foundation of Broward has purchased a three-story, 23,000-square-foot building at 200 N. Andrews Ave. in downtown Fort Lauderdale for $5.7 million, establishing a permanent home for its work to transform lives and uplift the community through the power of local philanthropy. The transaction closed on Sept. 11, 2026.

       Freddie Jackson, whose smooth voice brought romance and warmth to generations of R&B listeners, died Monday, October 5, 2026. His family announced his passing Tuesday. A cause of death was not disclosed. (real923la.iheart.com)

Nearly two decades ago, Oakland Post reporter and editor-in-chief Chauncey Bailey was tragically murdered for investigating a crooked business. His assassination shocked the journalism world and is remembered as student journalists today face increasing threats and censorship. A former classmate of Bailey and chair of the Student Press Law Center notes a significant rise in calls from students seeking legal advice amid a hostile environment. This situation highlights the importance of protecting young journalists and their pursuit of truth. Read more to learn about Bailey’s legacy and current challenges facing student press.

       The City of West Park’s proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 remains on hold after city commissioners failed to reach an agreement during a contentious budget workshop marked by sharp disagreements over taxes, spending cuts, and the city’s financial future.

   A 21-year-old Black Navy sailor died by suicide during an extended deployment in June, and her family is now questioning whether she received enough mental health support aboard her ship.