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     Whether discussing kitchen table economics, or yesteryear’s grievances, money – or the lack thereof – is an ongoing and dominant concern. Now is a good time to examine the policies and practices contributing to why Black wealth remains so elusive for people whose work ethic is often far larger than their paychecks.

The historic signing of this neutrality agreement shows Imola EV’s commitment to the American workforce’s right to Unionize without corporate influence or interference. Imola Automotive USA has secured land in Oklahoma, Georgia, Florida, and Arkansas where it plans to build “six manufacturing plants that will each grow to employ 7,500 employees with a total workforce of 45,000. Imola’s business culture is one where an employee’s quality of life and work balance are to be a priority. Allowing workers the opportunity to unionize is in line with Imola EV’s corporate priorities,” says its Chairman / CEO Rodney Henry.

     The rate of Black homeownership in America has never reached 50%, a level other racial and ethnic groups hit in years past. The closest the Black community has ever come to it was in early 2004 when it hit 49.7%. It has been rapidly declining in the nearly 20 years since, hitting its lowest point in early 2019 at 40.6%.

While still near historically low levels, Florida’s unemployment rate inched up to 2.9 percent in November.

During the City of Tamarac’s Dec. 13, Regular City Commission meeting, the Tamarac City Commission unanimously voted to appoint District 2 Commissioner, Morey Wright, as the City’s Vice Mayor.

Bank of America today announced United Way of Broward County and Arc Broward as the 2023 Neighborhood Builders® awardees for their work advancing economic mobility and building up underserved neighborhoods in Broward County.

     Amidst the holiday cheer, however, it’s crucial to remember that this is also a prime time for cybercriminals to be Dr. Seuss’ “Grinch Who Stole Christmas.” The increase in holiday shopping and digital transactions opens doors to various threats, including gift card frauds, social engineering tactics, and online shopping challenges. As we embrace the spirit of the season, let’s also equip ourselves with the knowledge to ensure safe shopping and gift-giving.

Nycole Ezell said that she didn’t choose to start a business providing advertising services and coaching.

     Nearly 5.5 million borrowers have applied for the newest federal program for student loan debt relief since it was announced about three months ago. Nearly 3 million borrowers who enrolled in the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) Plan completely eliminated their monthly loan payments.  

Florida businesses will see a decrease in workers’ compensation insurance rates in 2024. The state Office of Insurance Regulation said Monday it has approved an overall 15.1 percent rate decrease, which will take effect in January. That matches a 15.1 percent decrease requested in August by the National Council on Compensation Insurance, or NCCI, which makes rate filings for the industry.