That’s why the comparison to Iraq keeps surfacing — not because Venezuela and Iraq are the same country, but because the logic of intervention can look the same no matter where it plays out.
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The Champion of Children, Impact and Legacy Award recipients, and Alumni Hall of Fame inductee will be recognized for their commitment to youth and mentorship
Dr. Carter G. Woodson’s creation of Negro [Black] History Week in February 1926, became celebrated with parades, banquets, speeches and exhibits across Black America. In 1970, the Black students and educators at Kent State University in Ohio promoted the occasion to celebrate the whole month of February. Since 1976, U. S. presidents have designated February as Black History Month.
Broward County Public Schools is investigating alleged improper gymnasium rentals that have already cost at least four high school basketball coaches their positions. To date, the Broward State Attorney’s Office has not filed criminal charges against any of them.
Two Florida voters backed by the National Redistricting Foundation filed a legal challenge with the Florida Supreme Court Thursday against Gov. Ron DeSantis’ plan to hold a special legislative session in April to address congressional redistricting.
Peace is more than having no problems; it’s staying calm inside even when life feels stressful. Teens often face pressure from school, friendships, and social media, which can steal that peace. True peace starts within. It means handling challenges without letting them control you.
This month marks the 100th Anniversary – the Centennial Observation – of Black History Month, established in 1926 as Negro History Week by Dr Carter G. Woodson at the building in Washington, DC that’s now a National Historic Site. As someone who worked with many allies over the last 30 years trying to engage Americans of color with the National Park System and experiencing limited success, it feels like the cosmos is laughing now.
ICE is using credit card transactions to track the whereabouts of unsuspecting immigrants. They are also grabbing immigrants from businesses that assist immigrants and send money from America back to their home countries. As a result, money needed to help families and communities stay afloat is not reaching its destination because the fear of being harassed by ICE is keeping many people from going to these establishments.
I am pleased to announce that Nicole Lovett has been selected as Postmaster Pompano Beach, MPQO E, effective February 7, 2026
Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, a South Florida congresswoman, has entered a not guilty plea in a federal case involving an alleged $5 million overpayment of COVID-19 disaster funds to a healthcare company operated by members of her family.