OP-ED

By Ruban Roberts info@rer-consulting.com You can feel it everywhere. People are afraid. Some are willing to see others lose their rights if it means protecting their own sense of safety. Others are afraid that we may never find our way back from the edge we’ve reached. In a time when government offices are closed, jobs […]

By Zakiyya White contactzakiyya@gmail.com In a world that promises constant connection, too many of us are quietly suffering in isolation. Despite the notifications, group chats, and virtual meetings, a growing number of people feel unseen and unsupported. The U.S. Surgeon General has called it what it is: a loneliness epidemic. Nearly one in two adults

The Miramar Haitian-American Residents and Business Owners strongly condemns the Trump administration’s executive orders including the suspension of the humanitarian parole program, the revocation of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) and its extensions, and the expedited removal of immigrants without due process. These draconian measures represent a cruel and inhumane assault on immigrant communities and mark

By Dr. LaToya Lewis On July 4, the Big Beautiful Bill became law, promising relief by capping certain medical costs. For many Miami families, that is welcome news, but the accurate measure of success will be whether it closes long-standing gaps in access to affordable, compassionate care. Lower bills are a start. Sustainable change means

Empty seats at the Orange Blossom Classic and dismal alumni giving rates reveal a painful truth: without real support from graduates, our HBCUs cannot thrive. The recent Orange Blossom Classic between Florida A&M University (FAMU) and Howard University was more than just a football game—it was supposed to be a celebration of HBCU pride, culture,

By Jessica Garrett Modkins jgm@hiprockstar.com When most people picture Miami, they think of our sandy beaches, glittering nightlife, and world-famous festivals. But for those of us who grew up here, Miami is also known for the big game that carries just as much pride as any global event—the Orange Blossom Classic (OBC). As a child,