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HISTORY FORT LAUDERDALE AND GALLERIA FORT LAUDERDALE’S “WOMEN TRAILBLAZERS: CHAMPIONS OF CHANGE- BROWARD COUNTY” 2024 PRESENTED BY UKG HONOREES ANNOUNCED

February 7, 2024 Carma Henry 0

History Fort Lauderdale and Galleria Fort Lauderdale are proud to announce this year’s “Women Trailblazers: Champions of Change – Broward County” presented by UKG honorees: Arlene Pecora, president and CEO of Signature Grand, Jenni Morejon, president and CEO of the Fort Lauderdale Downtown Development Authority, Laurie Sallarulo, president and CEO of Junior Achievement of South Florida, Sigrid McCawley, managing partner of Boies Schiller Flexner, and Jasmin Shirley, program director, CIED,HICP, of Broward Regional Health Planning Council, Inc. […]

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Lawmakers Look at Pot Potency Limits

February 7, 2024 Carma Henry 0

As a proposed constitutional amendment seeking to authorize recreational marijuana looms, Florida lawmakers are taking steps toward imposing limits on the amount of euphoria-inducing THC in pot products. […]

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“Black Art, Black Artists Shaping Tomorrow’s History” Anchors Black History Month At History Fort Lauderdale From February 4 – 29

February 7, 2024 Carma Henry 0

“Each year, History Fort Lauderdale looks forward to sharing the creativity and imagination from Dillard Center for the Arts students,” said Patricia Zeiler, executive director of History Fort Lauderdale. “We are proud to be a home for the next generation of artists and we remain grateful to Celestin Joseph for his commitment to enriching our community through art and instruction. We invite the community to celebrate Black History Month with us and pay homage to our leaders, past and present, through the eyes of these visionary students.” […]

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.” […]