U.S. Rep. Sydney Kamlager-Dove and Sens. Jon Ossoff and John Kennedy hope to pass legislation that will ensure families of incarcerated individuals are notified timely about the well-being of their loved ones.
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– Alleging “inhumane manipulation” of immigrants, plaintiffs’ attorneys last week argued that a class-action lawsuit should move forward against Gov. Ron DeSantis and other defendants over controversial Florida-backed flights of 49 migrants from Texas to Massachusetts in 2022.
The case has drawn comparisons to the infamous 1984 incident involving Bernhard Goetz, a white man who shot four Black teenagers on a New York City subway after claiming he believed they were trying to rob him.
Submitted by Jesse Scheckner (Source: Florida Politics ) Michael A. Robinson, a longtime Judge with the 17th Judicial Circuit in Broward County, just earned honors from…
Recently the Florida Memorial University (FMU) Board of Trustees unanimously cast a vote of confidence in Interim President William McCormick, recognizing his exceptional leadership and strategic vision during his first six months in office. Under McCormick’s guidance, the university has embarked on a transformational plan that is steering FMU towards a promising future.
In a powerful and emotional ceremony on Friday, December 6, Miami-Dade County Commission Vice Chairman Kionne L. McGhee honored Dr. Desmond Meade, a visionary advocate for justice and equality, by renaming a portion of Southwest 268th Street (Moody Drive) as Desmond Meade Street. The event, held at 26700 S. Federal Highway, marked a significant moment in Miami-Dade’s history, recognizing a man whose personal journey exemplifies resilience redemption, and dedication to justice.
House Democrats and anti-death penalty advocates pressed last Wednesday for President Joe Biden to save the lives of federal death row inmates before his term expires in January.
The Seventh Annual Exit 36 Slam Poetry Festival is set to captivate audiences with a dynamic blend of poetry, writing workshops and artists talks. This three-day extravaganza, scheduled for December 12-14, 2024, will showcase the extraordinary talents of 30 poets from across the nation who will be competing for cash prizes. The festival will immerse attendees in a world of creativity and expression, offering a diverse range of events occurring at Pompano Beach’s cultural venues, culminating with the exciting Final Stage slam
The global icon lit up the Watsco Center with a high-energy performance Monday night honoring those lost to HIV/AIDS, supporting those living with HIV/AIDS, and raising awareness
Lavita’s small rural community in Clewiston, where she has lived and worked for years, heard about this opportunity and unbeknownst to her began to share gifts of love towards her trip. Many said “we just want to be a part of helping Lavita represent our collective values on the global stage. This was our chance to give back and help her share her vision with the world.”