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Use of Weight Loss Drugs Rises Nationwide as Serena Williams Shares Her Story

August 27, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

BLACKPRESSUSA NEWSWIRE — By Stacy M. Brown / Black Press USA Senior National Correspondent | Across the United States, the demand for these drugs has surged. A 2024 Gallup survey found that 6% of U.S. adults—about […]

Education

Florida Memorial University Names William C. McCormick, Jr. as 15th President First Alumnus to Lead in 146-Year History

August 27, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

Submitted by Traci Cloyd | MIAMI GARDENS, FL – The Florida Memorial University (FMU) Board of Trustees proudly announces the appointment of William C. McCormick, Jr., MBA (Class of 1987), as the 15th President of the […]

Entertainment

Comedian Sweet Baby Kita Brings the LOL Comedy Show Experience to Duval

August 27, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

By Lynn Jones – Spartanburg, South Carolina’s Sweet Baby Kita doesn’t just tell jokes — she lives comedy. From the moment she picks up the phone, her laughter is contagious, her punchlines slip in effortlessly, […]

Political

Texas House Democrats are on the run: State Rep. Venton Jones on Breaking Quorum

August 25, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

By  April Ryan | State Rep. Venton Jones | April Ryan is joined by Texas House Representative Venton Jones to discuss why he left Texas in protest of the redistricting map, the threats received by Texas Democrats […]

Business

Red Lobster Wants a Black Comeback but Some Folks Aren’t Biting

August 25, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

By Angela Wilson| Black families across the nation have at least once, or twice, visited Red Lobster for holidays or to gather after Sunday church service. But after Red Lobster filed for bankruptcy in 2024, a new CEO (who […]

National

Trump Wants to Deport Up to 500,000 Haitians, Many Have Already Lost Their Work Permits

August 25, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

Nationwide — President Donald Trump has moved to end immigration programs that allowed Haitians to live and work legally in the United States. The policy shift could affect up to 500,000 Haitians, many of whom are […]

Local

Florida Orange Blossom Classic: FAMU and Howard Renew Historic Rivalry

August 25, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

When Florida A&M University (FAMU) and Howard University take the field at Hard Rock Stadium on Saturday, August 28th, the matchup will carry far more weight than a typical football game. It’s the continuation of […]

Health

Five Reasons More Diverse Organ Donors Are Needed

August 25, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

Organ donation is a powerful act of generosity and compassion. It is one that can save lives, restore health and offer hope to those facing critical illness. While donation rates vary across different communities, there […]

Sports

Stephen Curry Inspired Golf Tour Exposes Local Students

August 22, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

For five U.S. Tour stops, 96 athletes participated in tournament style events and team building activities while simultaneously networking with college golf coaches and golf executives. The tour was part of  the UNDERRATED Golf’s fourth […]

Lifestyle

Minority Media Community Engages for Annual NABJ Conference

August 22, 2025 Lynnfaye 0

Northeast Florida National Association of Black Journalist (NEFLNABJ) President Al Pete recently returned from the associations 50th conference held in Cleveland, OH. Pete and local members crossed paths with national journalists throughout the country for […]

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