Black Archives Celebrates Women’s History Month
The Black Archives History and Research Foundation of South Florida is commemorating the remarkable women whose vision, tenacity, and leadership have shaped our communities and …
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Appeals court ends affordable SAVE Program for 7 million student loan borrowers
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Celebrate “Mother Africa” themed concerts for Jazz Appreciation Month in April at Lincoln Center
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Congress Can Halt the Iran War by Doing Nothing. It Should
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Luxury Affordable Housing coming to City of Miami Gardens
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Houston Native Natalie Greene, Deaf Basketball Standout at Gallaudet, Named United East Rookie of the Year
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The American Diabetes Association Honors Dr. Henry Rodriguez with Federal Advocate of the Year Award
ARLINGTON, Va. — The Federal Advocate of the Year Award from the American Diabetes Association® (ADA) recognizes an individual whose leadership and dedication have significantly advanced …
Health and Wellness
Up to 4 in 10 people could develop dementia after 55. What you can do to lower your risk
Washington (AP) — About a million Americans a year are expected to develop dementia by 2060, roughly double today’s toll, researchers reported Monday. That estimate …
FDA says decongestant in many cold medicines doesn’t work
Washington (AP) — Changes are coming to the cold and cough aisle of your local pharmacy: U.S. officials are moving to phase out the leading …
Business
House Republican block of silica dust rule deemed ‘attack’ on workers
United Mine Workers of America International President Cecil E. Robert. PHOTO COURTESY OF UMWA.ORG Charlestown, W.Va. (AP) — The head of the national mine workers’ …
Historically Black Coconut Grove in Miami nurtured young athletes. That legacy now is under threat
Today, few remnants of the proud Black heritage exist. PHOTO COURTESY OF FACEBOOK Mami (AP) — Amari Cooper’s football jersey hangs in the Coconut Grove …
A new airport could spark the economy in a rural part of Florida
LaBELLE, Fla. (AP) — One of Florida’s poorest counties is preparing for the new “Airglades” airport, a $300 million cargo hub that could transform its …
Technology
Will flying cars take off? Japan’s government hopes so
Photo: Koji Ueda / Associated Press 2017 TOKYO (AP) – Electric drones booked through smartphones pick people up from office rooftops, shortening travel time by …
Miami-Dade Commission passes resolution easing solar development
PHOTO COURTESY OF MIAMI-DADE COUNTY MIAMI – With South Florida’s year-round sunny weather, it makes sense that the area would figure prominently in the use …
Education
New College professor fired after inviting DeSantis critic Dr. Dunn to speak to his class
Dr. Marvin Dunn, history professor emeritus at Florida International University. PHOTO COURTESY OF TWITTER MIAMI, Fla. – Florida International University professor emeritus and author Dr. …
HBCU graduation season a notable time for students and families
Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) play an essential role in the education of Black students in America. HBCUs open the path to higher education …
Fla. legislation seeks to enhance law requiring African American history courses in schools
The new bill will require the Florida Department of Education to collect reports from Florida’s school districts to prove the course is being taught and …
Sports
QB issues? Defensive ones too in Dolphins 2-game skid
Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP) – One of the things that made Miami’s defense so good late last season was its ability to generate pressure and …
Tua Tagovailoa ruled out for Sunday’s game at Jets
Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP) – Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa has been ruled out for Sunday’s game at the New York Jets. Tagovailoa, who suffered a …
Fear the D: Dolphins’ late stands led to comeback win vs. Bills
Miami-Gardens, Fla. (AP) – Tua Tagovailoa and the Miami Dolphins’ offense were barely on the field Sunday. But Miami’s defense kept Josh Allen and the …
