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Reps. Cherfilus-McCormick, Franklin Introduce Bill to Ensure Timely Access to Veteran Care

February 7, 2024 Carma Henry 0

Recently, Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL) and Rep. Scott Franklin (R-FL) introduced their bipartisan Scheduling for Community Health and Easy Data to Understand for Legislators to Evaluate Services (SCHEDULES) Act to ensure timely treatment for veterans seeking specialty care at the VA. Senators Rick Scott (R-FL) and Jon Ossoff (D-GA) have introduced companion legislation in the Senate. […]

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February 1, 2024 Carma Henry 0

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Judge Tosses Out FAMU Discrimination Case

February 1, 2024 Carma Henry 0

U.S. District Judge Robert Hinkle last week issued a 29-page ruling that dismissed the case filed by lawyers for six FAMU students. He wrote that the plaintiffs did not meet a key legal test of showing that disparities among state universities were rooted in what is known as “de jure” segregation — segregation sanctioned by law. […]

NNPA’s Historic Town Hall Sparks Dialogue on Strengthening Black-Jewish Relations Amid Rising Hate

February 1, 2024 Carma Henry 0

The event explored historical connections of the Black-Jewish relationship and set the foundation for ongoing dialogue and collaboration, which NNPA President and CEO and event moderator Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis Jr., called a beacon of unity in the face of rising hate. […]

A man who stole and leaked former President Trump’s tax records received a five-year prison sentence

February 1, 2024 Carma Henry 0

The individual, who remains unnamed, illegally obtained and disclosed confidential financial information, sparking public scrutiny and legal ramifications. The sentence underscores the severity of privacy breaches and the consequences of unauthorized disclosure of sensitive data. […]

Explore Your College Future with the Kappa Foundation Spring Break Tour!

February 1, 2024 Carma Henry 0

Calling all high school students in Broward/Dade and Palm Beach counties (grades 9-12)! Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable journey that will open doors to your dream college? Look no further than the Kappa Foundation’s Spring Break College Tour, happening March 25-29, 2024! […]

Dillard High School JROTC cadet is “force to be reckoned with,” mentors say

February 1, 2024 Carma Henry 0

“I believe that Chasity is a force to be reckoned with a future,” “ said JROTC Instructor MSgt. Tiffany Robinson. “She is going to do great and amazing things. She has a lot of potential, but that potential is manifesting to greatness.” […]

Pembroke Pines native goes over resiliency room guidelines in support of Pacific Partnership

February 1, 2024 Carma Henry 0

U.S. Navy Lt. Cmdr. Berly Vincent from Pembroke Pines, Fla, the resiliency room project co-lead and and Lt. Erik Sanchez from Shiloh, Ill., the resiliency room project lead, discuss the rules of the resiliency room aboard the hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) underway in the Pacific Ocean, as part of Pacific Partnership 2024-1, Jan. 23, 2024. […]

Professor Holly Hanessian’s Artwork Issues Environmental Warning Momentary Cloudiness, Hurricanes, Plastic & Water at Pompano Beach Cultural Center

February 1, 2024 Carma Henry 0

Pompano Beach Arts presents a timely and important solo exhibition at Pompano Beach Cultural Center by Holly Hanessian. Entitled Momentary Cloudiness, Hurricanes, Plastic & Water, the show explores the correlation between single-use plastic bottled water and the rise of hurricane activity. […]

Captivating African American Motivational Speaker/Author to kick off “The Key to Unlock Happiness” Nationwide tour In Fort Lauderdale, Florida

January 31, 2024 Carma Henry 0

Donald E. Archey, a luminary in the motivational speaking and authorship realms, is poised to illuminate the nation with his latest literary gem, ‘’The Key to Unlock Happiness’. The grand revelation is scheduled for Saturday February 17, 2024, and will start at 4-5 PM with a Meet and Greet the Author along with New Hope Baptist Church Youth will speak about Black History and the event will climax at 5:30 PM with a live recording and streaming nationwide at the historic New Hope Baptist Church 1321 NW 6th ST Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with food severed after the event. […]