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Florida’s fight over DEI continues as policies backed by @GovRonDeSantis and AG James Uthmeier intensify restrictions on diversity programs statewide. Advocates warn the impact falls hardest on Black communities. #Florida #DEI #CivilRights miamitimesonline.com/opinion/the-wa…

#Illinois voters signaled a shift in political power as @JulianaStratton won the Democratic Senate primary. Her victory highlights the growing influence of Black women in leadership and the movement pushing for greater representation. #BlackWomenLead miamitimesonline.com/opinion/julian…

Models with limb loss took the runway in Davie for Runway Without Limits, an adaptive fashion show created with #HangerClinic and @STRIVEInc to spotlight confidence, community and clothing designed with amputees in mind. #AdaptiveFashion #SouthFlorida miamitimesonline.com/lifestyles/art…

#CarolCity Senior High is celebrating progress as officials and alumni break ground on a new synthetic track and turf field. A $2.2M investment backed by @MDCPS, @docstevegallon, @SuptDotres and community partners is fueling pride and opportunity. miamitimesonline.com/sports/ground-…

#Overtown’s historic People’s Bar-B-Que is one step closer to revival. Three chefs will face off in a public cook-off where the community helps decide who carries the legacy forward. Taste, vote and shape the future: miamitimesonline.com/business/who-w… #MiamiFood #BBQ #Community #Foodie

The Africana Arts and Humanities Festival returns to #FortLauderdale with a powerful celebration of Black history, culture and storytelling at the African American Research Library and Cultural Center. On view this weekend. #BlackHistory #Arts miamitimesonline.com/lifestyles/art…

Dorothy Roberts’ new book The Mixed Marriage Project uncovers her father’s decades of research on interracial love and the stories that shaped their family history. A memoir of race, memory and connection that resonates today. #History #RaceInAmerica miamitimesonline.com/lifestyles/boo…

The Peter London Global Dance Company presents Women and Men’s Voices this Saturday at @sanctuary_arts, featuring new works by Stephanie Franco, Mar’Kayla Michel and Kayin Knighton. A night of storytelling, movement and transformation. #Miami #Dance #Arts miamitimesonline.com/lifestyles/art…

Visitors at The ARC in Opa-locka are connecting deeply with Angèle Etoundi Essamba’s UNBOUND: The Gaze Within, a powerful exhibition that reframes Black women through dignity, presence and self-definition. On view through May 20. #Miami #Art #Photography miamitimesonline.com/lifestyles/unb…

#MiamiGardens residents scored a major win as the City Council voted 4 to 3 against a rezoning tied to El Dorado Furniture after weeks of community pushback. Residents like Myya Passmore and Keisha Guyton said the decision showed people power. miamitimesonline.com/news/local/mia…

Two #Miami mothers are suing the Miami Police Department, alleging records were withheld and that they were never told a confessed gunman in a 2009 #LibertyCity mass shooting received immunity. They are demanding answers after 17 years: miamitimesonline.com/news/local/mot…

The Beta Tau Zeta chapter of #ZetaPhiBeta marks 80 years of service in #MiamiDade, honoring women making an impact in education, justice and #CommunityLeadership. A legacy of scholarships, mentorship and service continues: miamitimesonline.com/news/local/zet… #WomensHistoryMonth

#MiamiDade leaders warn proposed #PropertyTax cuts and a new #DEI bill could slash funding for nonprofits, healthcare and public safety. Officials are urging residents and organizations to speak up now. What’s at stake:miamitimesonline.com/news/local/mia… #Nonprofits #PublicSafety

#EconomicMobility in #MiamiDade starts long before college. New data shows access alone is not enough, support systems, mentorship and early education shape outcomes. How schools like @MDCollege and programs like @5000RoleModels are closing the gap: miamitimesonline.com/news/local/why…

Miami Gardens residents are pushing back against a proposed El Dorado Furniture warehouse expansion, citing concerns over traffic, pollution and safety ahead of a key vote. The debate is intensifying. miamitimesonline.com/news/local/mia… #MiamiGardens #SouthFlorida #Zoning #CommunityNews

White advantage is measurable and real, even as many white Americans face hardship. Understanding it opens conversations and builds multiracial solidarity, not division. Read more on the history and path forward here: miamitimesonline.com/opinion/the-wh… #RacialEquity #SocialJustice

President Trump has launched a war with #Iran without Congress or allies, driving up gas prices and global tensions. Economists warn costs could reach $7-$8 per gallon as the conflict escalates. Full analysis here: miamitimesonline.com/opinion/presid… #USPolitics #OilPrices #ForeignPolicy

History in Miami. @BamAdebayo erupts for 83 points, passing Kobe Bryant for the second-highest scoring game in NBA history and setting a new Heat franchise record. The performance is already sparking debate across the league. miamitimesonline.com/sports/from-he… #NBA #HeatNation

A new report finds @insideFPL leads the nation in profit margins, with a significant share of customer bills going to investors as rates rise. Consumer advocates are raising concerns. miamitimesonline.com/business/how-m… #FPL #Florida #Energy #UtilityBills

Uninsured kids in Miami can get free dental care this weekend! 🦷 Jessie Trice Community Health System hosts Give Kids a Smile Day on March 21, offering exams, cleanings, sealants & family fun activities. miamitimesonline.com/lifestyles/hea… #GiveKidsASmile #MiamiEvents #ChildHealth