June 5, 2026 – Nine youth leaders from the Urban League of Broward County’s Leadership and Civic Engagement Program have embarked on a life-changing journey to Washington, D.C., from June 4–6, 2026, where civic learning, leadership development, and firsthand exposure to the nation’s democratic institutions will come together in an unforgettable experience.
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That response echoes across generations and it resonates deeply in the lived experience of many in the Black community. There have been times when resources were limited, doors were closed, opportunities were delayed, and yet life still demanded strength, provision, and perseverance. We all know seasons of “nothing… except.”
The City of Lauderdale Lakes proudly honored internationally acclaimed reggae artist Tarrus Riley with an official proclamation recognizing his outstanding contributions to music, culture, and community service. The proclamation was presented during the 2026 Caribbean American Unity Fest, where Riley served as the event’s headlining performer.
Four decades of service is a remarkable achievement in any profession. It represents commitment, perseverance, leadership, and a dedication to serving others that spans generations. Broward County is fortunate to have two outstanding public servants whose careers exemplify those qualities: Chief Deputy Mary Hall of the Broward County Supervisor of Elections Office and Conrad Strong, Assistant Director of Operations at Port Everglades.
Members of the U.S. Armed Forces help safeguard the freedoms Americans enjoy every day. In return, programs such as Cell Phones For Soldiers provide meaningful support to veterans in need by ensuring they have access to reliable communication.
Under the South Florida sun and surrounded by community leaders, elected officials, family members, supporters, and generations of lives she helped shape, Congresswoman Frederica Wilson received one of the highest honors a community can bestow — a street bearing her name. The historic street-renaming ceremony took place Friday in Miami Gardens, where city officials formally dedicated a roadway in honor of the longtime educator, mentor, legislator, and congressional representative. (Miami Gardens)
As America prepares to commemorate the anniversary of D-Day on June 6, we rightfully remember the courage of the Allied forces who stormed the beaches of Normandy, France, during one of the most pivotal military operations in world history. Yet, too often left out of the story are the thousands of African American soldiers whose service and sacrifice helped make that victory possible.
The South Florida entrepreneur now mentors students and creates opportunities for formerly incarcerated workers
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Imagine you bank at a financial institution where nobody checks whether the numbers add up, the software hasn’t been updated since 2005, and the company running your account was caught bribing auditors to keep their contract. You’d snatch your coins and run.