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 …
-
Appeals court ends affordable SAVE Program for 7 million student loan borrowers
Read more -
Celebrate “Mother Africa” themed concerts for Jazz Appreciation Month in April at Lincoln Center
Read more -
Congress Can Halt the Iran War by Doing Nothing. It Should
Read more -
Luxury Affordable Housing coming to City of Miami Gardens
Read more -
Houston Native Natalie Greene, Deaf Basketball Standout at Gallaudet, Named United East Rookie of the Year
Read more
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
Kobe’s presence still strong, his legacy living and growing
Kobe Bryant wasn’t in the bubble with the Los Angeles Lakers last fall when they won the NBA championship. He wasn’t at the All-Star weekend …
Tips for organized tax filing
(StatePoint) – 2020 was a particularly stressful year – but filing its taxes doesn’t need to be. With the following tips, you can stay organized …
Business
Banking initiative provides increased access for low-income families
In an effort to help low-income families transition from high priced financial lenders like pawn shops and payday advance operations to more affordable mainstream banking, …
Bill would limit the number, cost of Lottery scratch games
TALLAHASSEE – A bill that would limit the number of Florida Lottery scratch-off games and cap ticket prices at $5 was overwhelmingly approved by a …
Florida Insurance Commissioner McCarty resigning
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Kevin McCarty, who helped guide Florida’s fragile insurance market in the wake of eight hurricanes a decade ago, announced Tuesday that he …
Technology
Senate passes bill that extends fees to cellphone customers
By SEANNA ADCOX COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) _ Cellphone customers would help pay for phone services for rural customers and people with disabilities under a bill …
Va. gov vetoes bills limiting police surveillance technology
By ALAN SUDERMAN RICHMOND, Va. (AP) _ Democratic Gov. Terry McAuliffe has vetoed legislation aimed at limiting police storage of automatic license plate reader data. …
Education
St. Thomas University and Antioch Church mentor Carol City students
Last Friday, 75 volunteers from St. Thomas University, Antioch Missionary Baptist Church and Diplomas Now were deployed to Carol City Middle School to facilitate and …
Yale should drop name of slavery defender
NEW YORK (AP) – New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio is siding with his son who wants Yale University to drop the name of …
Gov. Scott names new secretary for Florida Lottery
TALLAHASSEE – Florida Gov. Rick Scott is appointing Tom Delacenserie as the new secretary of the Florida Lottery. Scott made Delacenserie interim secretary in late …
Sports
Popovich to coach, Gasols to play in NBA’s Africa game
By BRIAN MAHONEY AP Basketball Writer NEW YORK (AP) _ Gregg Popovich will coach the home team, while brothers Pau and Marc Gasol will play …
Kings void Luc Mbah a Moute’s contract after failed physical
By ANTONIO GONZALEZ AP Basketball Writer The Sacramento Kings voided the contract of forward Luc Mbah a Moute on Thursday after he failed a team …
Surprising Marlins have been surprisingly bad
By STEVEN WINE AP Sports Writer MIAMI (AP) _ Since Giancarlo Stanton went on the disabled list, the Miami Marlins have gone 8-6, with their …
