2026 – Page 64 – Free Press of Jacksonville

California Establishes First-in-Nation Reparations Bureau for Descendants of Slavery

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Written By Lexx Thornton (HBCU News) The California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC) today announced a historic victory with the signing of Senate Bill 518 (Weber Pierson), which creates the nation’s first permanent state agency dedicated […]

Both Parties Brace for a ‘Long Conflict’ as Government Shutdown Hits Two-Week Mark

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By Sahil Kapur and Scott Wong | HBCU News At the two-week mark, Republicans and Democrats are bracing for a long government shutdown, with both parties seeing more upside in persisting with their conflicting demands. As a result, […]

Music World Stunned at Death of D’Angelo: Neo-Soul Genius Who Reignited a Genre, Passes at 51 of Pancreatic Cancer

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Michael Eugene Archer—known to the world as D’Angelo—was one of the most enigmatic and transformative figures in modern R&B. D’Angelo attended Huguenot High School in Richmond, Virginia. He dropped out in 1991 to move to […]

Florida Blue Facilitates Convenient Access to Medications for North Florida Members Amid Pharmacy Closures

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Following the recent closings of several neighborhood pharmacies in North Florida, Florida Blue is taking proactive steps to ensure its members continue to have convenient access to their medications. With recent Walgreens closures in north […]

Frederick Humphries Statues Serves as a Tribute to an HBCU Legend

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by Gayle Andrews Dr. Frederick S. Humphries, Sr., epitomized the definition of an influencer. His tenure as the president of Florida A&M University was a whirlwind of academic, social, and civil rights progress that would […]

Najee Stands Out with New Music: Under the Moon and Over the Sky

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NAJEE’S STORY: Najee’s artistry is characterized by his smooth saxophone melodies and intricate flute work, showcasing his technical prowess and emotional depth. He often blends various musical styles, drawing from jazz, R&B, and world music, which […]

Everything’s Good Cookbook Tour November 7th in Orlando

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Come celebrate with me — the drinks are on me! Sponsored by Ten to One Rum (Ciara’s rum company), this tour is all about good vibes, good food, and good drinks. In most cities we’ll be pouring coquito […]

Heisman Trophy Trust Partners with The Community Foundation to Support Local Youth Programs Blending Athletics and Academics

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Four grants to local nonprofits are supported by a fund at the New York Community Trust | Four local nonprofits have received grants to expand youth programs that blend athletics and academics through a new […]

Coach Tom Coughlin Joins PGA TOUR Professional Tyler McCumber and Leaders from THE PLAYERS and Winn-Dixie to help Families Shop

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Winn-Dixie and THE PLAYERS Championship team up to provide Tom Coughlin Jay Fund families with surprise grocery store shopping spree. Ten Tom Coughlin Jay Fund families tackling childhood cancer were surprised with a grocery […]

FPL Invites Schools to Apply for $50,000 Classroom Makeover Grant

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Eligible public, private and charter schools at all grade levels can apply through Nov. 7, 2025 | Juno Beach, Fla. – School is back in session and Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) is awarding ten eligible Florida schools […]