Election 2026

When seconds determine whether someone lives or dies, no Miami neighborhood should be left waiting. Referendum 1 offers voters an opportunity to demand faster emergency response and greater accountability. When someone suffers a heart attack, stroke or life-threatening emergency, every second matters. Yet in Miami, where you live can influence how quickly firefighters and paramedics

A 75-year lease based on financial terms negotiated nearly a decade ago raises serious questions about accountability, fairness and the future of Miami’s valuable public waterfront. Miami’s waterfront is among its most valuable public assets. Once its future is committed for generations, taxpayers may have little opportunity to reconsider the decision. That is why Miami

James Uthmeier and José Javier Rodríguez offer sharply different approaches to civil rights, economic opportunity, immigration and the rule of law. Florida’s race for attorney general may lack the national attention surrounding the governor’s contest, but its outcome could have profound consequences for Black residents across the state. Republican Attorney General James Uthmeier and Democratic

Democrat Debbie Wasserman Schultz, Republican Brent Andersen and independent Kedner Maxime are competing for a congressional seat that has been represented by Black lawmakers for more than three decades. The outcome could reshape political influence in Broward County. Florida’s 20th Congressional District has become one of South Florida’s most politically consequential races heading into the

Republican Casey Askar and Democrat Pia Dandiya offer competing visions on healthcare, economic opportunity and the future of federal leadership. As voters prepare for the Nov. 3 general election, one of Florida’s most closely watched congressional contests is unfolding in a newly redrawn district that stretches across portions of Palm Beach, Broward, Hendry and Collier

Black Business Owners Face a Defining Election in Miami-Dade County For Black business owners in Miami-Dade County, the 2026 election represents more than a contest between political candidates. It is a defining moment that could determine whether economic opportunity expands or longstanding disparities continue to limit the growth of Black-owned businesses. From Miami Gardens and

What’s at Stake for Black Business Owners in Florida’s 2026 Election For Black business owners in Florida, the 2026 election carries consequences that extend into daily operations, growth opportunities and long-term wealth. Access to capital, government contracts, insurance, taxes and workforce development are central to whether entrepreneurs can build sustainable companies. Black business owners represent

By Keely Gideon-Taylor The Black business community in Palm Beach County is resilient and invested in the success of our region. While we have celebrated growth among many businesses, we have also experienced the challenges that come with business closures and economic uncertainty. Many entrepreneurs continue to seek greater access to capital, contracting opportunities, business