Stories on racial justice and other issues that affect South Florida's Black community
The film “Queen and Slim” had moviegoers buzzing over its portrayal of a young black couple on the run. Miami native Betrand Boyd discusses what it was like to get cast in the movie and what the overwhelming response to the film has been.
Luther Johnson is a Columbus High lacrosse player banned from playing all school sports after a rough play. We are talked with Johnson, his attorney, his parents and the local NAACP.
Florida legislators are considering new bills to make it legal for college athletes to receive compensation for the image or likeness. One of the bill’s authors, State Rep. Kionne McGhee joins us along with former NFL players Duane Starks and Wale Ogunleye.
Being a business owner can be both challenging and rewarding. We look at the highs and lows of Black entrepreneurship and see how some local business owners have overcome the challenges of being their own boss. And we hear the advice they have for the next generation.
Record-setting pilot Barrington Irving discusses the many options for people considering a career in aviation. Plus new methods of enhancing a child’s education by adding art to science, technology, and math. We discuss how this curriculum change can improve critical thinking skills and help a child’s overall ability to learn.
The Haiti earthquake—ten years later. We look back at the devastating natural disaster, the recovery efforts, and the island’s current political climate.
The Super Bowl is a huge event for South Florida but what does it mean for our local communities? We talk to Miami Gardens Mayor Oliver Gilbert about the economic impact on his city. Plus, a first-of-its kind student exchange program brings high school students from Botswana to Miami. The students tell us what it’s like to visit America and what school is like 8,000 miles away from their home.
February 7th is National HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. Black people are disproportionately affected by HIV/AIDS. In anticipation of the day, we talk about what needs to be done to turn the epidemic around.
Super Bowl Sunday inspires many young people to pursue their interest in sports. But what does it take to make it to the pros? We talk with two moms with sons who played in the NFL about what it takes to raise a professional athlete. We also hear from former NFL player Bryant McKinnie on how his mom helped him achieve his dream of going pro.
There are now hundreds of thousands of confirmed cases of the coronavirus in South Florida. From nurses to surgeons, what is it like fighting COVID-19 on the front lines?