Immigration spawns church fury
POMPANO BEACH — At least one determined African-American leader is on a crusade, hoping to put an end to President Barack Obama’s immigration reform policy. …
A pervading sense of injustice consumes the US
WEST PALM BEACH — Just after the grand jury announcement was made Monday night, Michael Brown’s mother, Lesley McSpadden, could be seen demonstrating raw emotions …
Florida Classic, destined to dazzle
The Florida Classic, which will be played November 22 between in-state rivals Bethune Cookman University and Florida A&M University, is much more than just a …
This is the day that Oprah made. Winfrey celebrates Estella Pyfrom’s commitment to children
Oprah’s the Life You Want Weekend Tour, which stopped in Miami October 24 and 25, was part pep rally, part concert-like atmosphere, and all about …
Black Americans struggled and died for the right to vote
Sybrina Fulton, mother of iconic slain teenager, Trayvon Martin, says she’s not a celebrity! But with one look at her date book, you’ll find that …
A national conversation on domestic violence
This month, which is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Pastor J.R. Thicklin, CEO of Destiny By Choice of West Palm Beach, is crossing the country addressing …
Oprah Winfrey salutes the mission of Estella Pyfrom
By DAPHNE TAYLORSpecial to South Florida TimesIt’s not everyday that Oprah Winfrey comes calling! But when she does, most people are sure to answer the …
Workshop will teach pastors how to deal with domestic abuse
RIVIERA BEACH — Parishioners often go to their pastors about things in life that are troubling them but when it comes to domestic violence they …
Technical school reopens after being closed 16 years
By DAPHNE TAYLOR Special to South Florida Times BELLE GLADE — West Technical Educational Center is back in business after being closed for 16 years, …
Marina site demolition commenced
With the Riviera Beach Community Redevelopment Agency’s Executive Director, Tony Brown at the helm, Riviera Beach, a predominantly black, waterfront city, is transforming itself right …