Obama’s true colors: Black, white … or neither?
A perplexing new chapter is unfolding in Barack Obama's racial saga: Many people insist that “the first black president'' is actually not black.
Kuumba: Three women put creativity on display
FORT LAUDERDALE – When creating works of art, many talented artists combine their natural environment with certain aspects of humanity such as the heart, the …
CNN’s Roland Martin captivates audience
MIAMI SHORES — Among a standing-room only crowd of South Florida’s movers and shakers, CNN political analyst Roland Martin provided an up-close-and-personal view of Barack …
Overtown artist gets worldwide recognition
MIAMI — South Florida art lovers are flocking to a Miami art gallery to see the works of a world-famous painter who started his career …
Young people tackle prejudice
BOCA RATON — “Skin tone doesn’t matter. It’s the heart that counts.’’ “Islam is a peaceful religion.” “Don’t talk down to disabled people.’’
Calendar of Events Dec. 12 – Dec. 20
Friday, Dec. 12 African-American Achievers Awards: When Barack Obama was elected president, many people could be found in the streets waving signs, honking their car …
MOVIE REVIEW: Cadillac Records
What do you call a film that’s got a stellar cast and advertised with little fanfare? An independent film? Sure. A low-budget film? Of course. …
How much is enough?
Have you ever wondered, “How much is enough?” As a child, I was intrigued by the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s fondness for life’s …
AROUND SOUTH FLORIDA with ELGIN JONES 12-12-08
BAILOUT BALONEY Alabama Sen. Richard Shelby and other Republican Party leaders in Congress appear to be fiddling with the people, once again. This week, they …
Word from the streets: A season ripe for change
The world is watching. Will President-elect Barack Obama’s “hope and change” bring better policies for our communities? Whether the answer is yes or no, we …