Author: Carma Henry

 ‘Test Your Bible Knowledge’

Radio announcer Deacon Joe Riley of WMBM of Miami, Florida will be recognized for his mission to keep quartet music alive through his radio broadcasts and concert promotions. During the virtual 32nd annual American Gospel Quartet Convention Brother Riley will receive The Ruby Summerville Dickson Award.

The Conference of National Black Churches has called on African American congregations to embrace a list of priorities — from “government-sponsored reparations” to improved access to health care — as they move out of a pandemic era and into an election year.

NNPA NEWSWIRE — Over the past 12 months, average hourly earnings have increased by 4.1 percent. All employees’ average workweek increased by 0.1 hours to 34.3 hours. Overall, financial analysts said the employment report suggests a positive trend in the U.S. labor market, with moderate job gains and a stable unemployment rate.

For its upcoming Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Breakfast, the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum will welcome a dynamic pastor, choir and theatrical performer, to create an energetic tribute

Martin Luther King Jr. 1929-1968

Of significant concern is the disproportionate impact on Black communities, constituting nearly 4 in 10 of those experiencing homelessness. Despite comprising just 13% of the total U.S. population, individuals identifying as Black accounted for 37% of the homeless population.

     Issues members stated are their primary concerns for the next legislative session fall into several categories, including health, education, public safety, social services, homelessness, affordable housing, and economics. CLBC is planning to bring immediate attention on creating legislation around the 100-plus recommendations the California Reparations Task Force panel presented to the Legislature in June of last year.

Nunnie on the Sideline

  The Miami Dolphins fought valiantly against the Buffalo Bills at Hardrock Stadium on Sunday night, but couldn’t overcome the injuries before and during game, some grievous missteps, and momentum altering plays that literally turned victory into defeat. Though every NFL team deals with injuries at this time of the year, the Fins appear especially prone to the injury bug beginning with Jaelan Phillips, then Bradley Chubb and Xavien Howard.