Author: Carma Henry

       While news headlines continue to focus on the chaos, confusion and legal challenges caused by the new administration’s recent changes, it could be easy to miss recent congressional actions that will cost consumers more than $5 billion annually in unnecessary and excessive bank overdraft fees 

       “It’s a big week because this is the first time people will see us for the 2025 season. Everybody’s preconceived notions will be based on what they see Saturday,” FAMU offensive lineman Ashton Grable told the Tallahassee Democrat after Tuesday’s spring camp practice.

   Norfolk State dynamic guard Diamond Johnson is making the jump to the pros after announcing her intentions to enter the 2025 WNBA Draft.

       The Spartans completed their first spring practice of 2025 on Tuesday morning, marking an important milestone in Vick’s career on the sideline.

BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — After significant public backlash, the U.S. National Park Service has now appeared to restore its original webpage on the history of the Underground Railroad

       Over 2,500 Broward County Public School (BCPS) students recently experienced the magic of Disney’s The Lion King at The Broward Center for the Performing Arts. As part of a partnership with BCPS, the Student Enrichment through the Arts (SEAS) program allows thousands of students to enjoy performances free of charge.

In a feat of determination, New Jersey Democratic Sen. Cory Booker held the Senate floor with a marathon speech that lasted all night and into Tuesday evening, setting a historic mark to show Democrats’ resistance to President Donald Trump’s sweeping actions.

     Black people like Ball, outspoken father of two NBA players and a rap star, are up to four times more likely to undergo diabetes-related amputations than Whites.

Quartermaster 3rd Class Shamari Roberts from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, assigned to the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship USS Iwo Jima (LHD 7), checks the ship’s bearing during a sea and anchor evolution. Iwo Jima is conducting exercises as part of its advanced phase of training at sea, the exercises are designed to enhance warfighting effectiveness and interoperability. Iwo Jima is the flagship of the Iwo Jima Amphibious Readiness Group, a force uniquely positioned to deter aggression, project power through presence abroad, and execute contingency missions with its integrated Marine Corps team in support of U.S. strategic interest.

Spring Break was filled with inspiration, service, and meaningful connections. We kicked off the week at Dillard High School, where we had the privilege speaking with Broward’s future leaders about the power of living above the influence. From hands-on service projects to engaging experiences, these students showed up with passion and commitment every step of the way. As a special thank-you, lucky students won FREE gift cards each day for their participation!