California’s Reparations Task Force voted on Saturday to recommend that the state issue a formal apology for slavery and potentially provide billions of dollars in cash payments, moving forward a historic effort to enact remedies and compensation for descendants of African Americans who were enslaved in the U.S.
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Five African American women were crowned queen at this year’s State Queen, Ms. California HeartShine beauty pageant that happened during Black History Month. The women are Shlanda Breeden, Deirdre Bolden, Diamond Bolden, Michalia Banks, and Zahara Mitchell.
“USATF is deeply saddened by the passing of Tori Bowie, a three-time Olympic medalist and two-time world champion,” USA Track and Field CEO Max Siegel said in a statement. “A talented athlete, her impact on the sport is immeasurable, and she will be greatly missed.”
A three-year-long saga of the officers involved in murdering George Floyd is finally coming to an end with the conviction of the last officer involved in the tragedy.
Motives are self-expressions that can only truly be proven for the exact reason and purpose of their intent by God; most of the time we do right because our actions are out maneuvered by the wrong reasons to do them.
According to court officials at the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit, federal appeals judge in Washington is being investigated by her own court for allegedly failing to perform her duties and refusing to address the concerns of other judges.
Florida A&M University (FAMU) announces three speakers for its spring commencement ceremonies at the Al Lawson Jr. Multipurpose Center and Teaching Gymnasium, 1800 Wahnish Way, Tallahassee, FL.
The City of Lauderdale Lakes City Commission voted to appoint Treasa Brown Stubbs as the new City Manager during the City Commission meeting on April 25, 2023. The decision was made after a four to one vote of the Board of Commissioners.
Homeowners and renters in Broward County who were affected by the April 12-14 severe storms, tornadoes, and flooding are now eligible to apply for FEMA disaster assistance.
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. At the Broward Sheriff’s Office (BSO), we understand mental health concerns are public safety concerns. As a public safety organization, we seek to explore new and effective ways to address mental health issues that touch our community.