News for the Black community
POMPANO BEACH, Fla. — An emotional public comment at Tuesday’s Pompano Beach City Commission meeting shifted the focus from development projects to the human cost of violence in the community. Speaking before the commission, community advocate Patricia Williams reflected on attending the recent funerals of AJ and Bri, two young South Florida influencers whose deaths
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Downtown roadway and infrastructure plan enters city review Wednesday Pompano Beach’s Development Review Committee agenda includes a minor site plan for Downtown Pompano Roadway and Infrastructure at NW Fifth Avenue and NW First Avenue on August 5, 2026. The listed owners are the City of Pompano Beach and the Pompano Beach Community Redevelopment Agency. The project is within
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Oklahoma City is mourning the loss of a trailblazer who broke barriers and paved the way for future generations. M.T. Berry, the city’s first Black police chief and former Assistant City Manager, passed away on July 17 at the age of 75. His legacy is commemorated by the many lives he touched and the significant
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In a heartfelt display of solidarity, Broward Health and Memorial Healthcare System have come together to provide critical support to families struck by recent earthquakes in Venezuela. The two public healthcare systems in Broward County have collected and donated five tons of essential supplies to aid recovery efforts in the disaster-stricken region. Shane Strum, president
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California educator and artist Duan Kellum is transforming community spaces into vibrant hubs of creativity and connection. As the co-founder of Creative Grounds, a community art studio, Kellum is dedicated to fostering artistic expression and activism. Kellum’s work is not just about art but about building a sense of belonging and empowerment. Creative Grounds serves
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