Darrell Hunter has been officially sworn in as the new Chief of Police for the Delray Beach Police Department.
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Joseph Williams, an African American World War II veteran from Tallahassee, Florida, has recently turned 106 years old. His long life reflects a century of service to his country and devotion to his community.
The New Era Masonic Lodge No. 69 Prince Hall (National Compact) where R.W Ederick E. Johnson serves as Worshipful Master, Ujima Men Collective where Lorenzo Robertson serves as the Executive Director , and the NAACP Broward Chapter where Marsha Ellison serves as President are proud to present “Where Do We Go From Here?” a congressional update and community conversation addressing pressing issues affecting South Florida’s Black and Marginalized communities.
The Our Fund Foundation announced it will award a total of $370,00 in grants through its 2025 Arts & Culture Fund to support 19 organizations and LGBTQ+-specific projects in Broward and Miami-Dade counties that inspire creativity, foster belonging and strengthen community through shared experiences.
Black Alphabet and South Florida Black Pride announced today the Shades of Black Film Showcase, featuring an unforgettable evening of films that highlight powerful stories of identity, resilience, and joy in the Black LGBTQ+ community. The event will take place on Friday, October 10, 2025, from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Victory Black Box Theater at L.A. Lee YMCA/Mizell Community Center (1409 Sistrunk Blvd., Ft. Lauderdale) as part of South Florida Black Pride. A live post-screening conversation will dive deeper into themes of representation and healing.
Local authorities are investigating reports of death threats railed against Palm Beach County School Board member Edwin Ferguson following his comments about controversial political conservative Charlie Kirk.
Other polls show even smaller margins. That’s substantial, according to political observers. They also say Jolly will only continue to gain ground on the Trump acolyte. And true to his name, Jolly enjoys listening to people and offering solutions that have nothing to do with culture wars or the color of your skin. “We need to return Florida to a place where everyone is welcome and valued,” he says.
Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) has been named an Academically High-Performing School District by the Florida State Board of Education, placing it among just 13 districts statewide to earn the honor for the 2024–25 school year.
But here’s the truth: your circumstances set the stage, but your choices write the script. As Jay-Z wisely put it, “I’m not a businessman. I’m a business, man.” This lyric reminds us that we have the power to shape our own destiny through the choices we make.
When Jordan moved from Orlando to Broward County for college, he knew life was about to change. He was in a new city, with new friends and a new campus, but he did not have a car. At first, that felt like a problem.