COVID-19 is causing an increase in orphans, according to a study published this month in Pediatrics. More than 140,000 children or one in every 500 children under the age of 18 lost a parent, caregiving grandparent, or someone who provided daily care for the child from April 1, 2020, to June 30, 2021. Further, 65%
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Racial profiling does still happen, and many of you know getting pulled over while black can get you killed. Think of Philando Castile and Sandra Bland, pulled over for minor infractions that cost their lives. According to research by the Stanford Open Policing Project, black drivers are 20 percent more likely to be stopped than
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Bamford Pine Island Multipurpose Center (Walk-Up Vaccine)3801 S. Pine Island RoadDavie, FL 33328 C.B. Smith Park (Walk-Up Vaccine)900 N. Flamingo RoadPembroke Pines, FL 33028 Central Broward Park & Broward County Stadium (Drive-Through Vaccine)3700 NW 11th PlaceLauderhill, FL 33311 Coral Square Mall (Walk-Up Vaccine) – Weekend Hours9469 W. Atlantic Blvd.Coral Springs, FL 33071 Hispanic Unity (Walk-Up
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Be careful driving on the streets of Broward County, as Broward Sherriff officers are looking for drivers who are speeding and driving recklessly throughout the summer. The Summer Splash Operation targets speeders, aggressive drivers, and those who are impaired or distracted. This includes texting while driving. The campaign is over at the end of July.
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Hurricane season is here. From June 1 to November 30, all Broward County residents are encouraged to be ready for these dangerous storms. Forecasters predict that this year’s hurricane season has a 60% chance of being extremely active. Here’s a short guide to ensure you and your family can survive without power, refrigeration, and/or water
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