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     Chérizier, a former police officer, has been dubbed as one of the nation’s most notorious and influential denizens. Gangs like his have overtaken the country’s main airport, abducted hostages and released over 4,000 inmates from the two largest prisons, wreaking havoc on an already unstable environment.

     U.S. Rep. Frederica Wilson (D-Miami) and U.S. Sen. Laphonza Butler (D-California), are sponsoring The High School Voter Empowerment Act, which would allow public high schools to be used as voter registration sites, hoping to boost young people’s voting participation and civic engagement.

     On behalf of the Westside Gazette, it is with immense pride and admiration that we extend our heartfelt congratulations to you both as you complete your high school journey and embark on the exciting new chapter of college life. Your dedication and tireless efforts in preserving the legacy of advocacy for the Black Press have left an indelible mark on our community.

In response to the urgent need for workforce housing, Riviera Beach is launching a significant new initiative. Alfred Fields Jr., president of the Alpha Educational Foundation at the Judge Rodgers Center for Community Development, and Councilman and Board Chairperson Douglas Lawson, announced the plans for a new 140-unit workforce housing development.

     The Power of Prevention conference was hosted by the United Way of Broward County, Commission on Behavioral Health and Drug Prevention in collaboration with Broward Behavioral Health Coalition (BBHC) and Florida Department of Children and Families. They were undergirded by several categories of sponsors, ranging from Diamond and Platinum to Scholarship Sponsors supporting the conference.

     A family has hired civil rights representation in the recent death of their loved one, A who was shot and killed Florida police shot and killed a Black U.S. Air Force member Friday (May 3). The Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office said in a news release Friday that the officer “reacted in self-defense after he encountered a 23-year-old man armed with a gun.”

     Eva attended Holy Cross and Blackshear Elementary Schools, Anderson High School, graduated from Prairie View A & M University College, with a B.A degree in clothing and textiles, and a Master’s Degree in Education.

     Justin J. Pearson and Justin Jones, both well known for being part of the Tennessee Three and being representatives in the Tennessee State Assembly, will be the keynote speaker and special guest respectively at the Democratic Black Caucus of Florida’s 41st Conference June 7 through 9, 2024 at the Rosen Centre Hotel, 9840 International Drive, Orlando, Florida.