With a look at some of the top stories making the news today, September 26th, across your Caribbean-American community in South Florida, for CNW 90.
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Here’s a look at the top stories:
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security said Thursday that it would begin widening efforts to deport undocumented Haitians in response to thousands of immigrants overwhelming border crossings in recent months. After an earthquake devastated parts of Haiti in 2010, the U.S suspended deportations saying that sending Haitians back to the country at a time of great instability would put their lives at risk.
Miami Broward Carnival celebrations are set to begin next weekend, October 9, at the Miami-Dade County Fairgrounds. The Carnival season will kick off with Junior Carnival this Saturday, at the Central Broward Regional Park in Lauderhill, allowing for young people to parade, compete, learn and celebrate Caribbean heritage.
South Florida is gearing up for the 35th International Reggae and World Music Awards. The event is allowing residents and fans to have a say in the voting by participating online in categories including “Best Female Voclaist, Best Song, and Best Album.” The International Reggae and World Music Awards are set for this Sunday at the Coral Springs Center for the Arts.
In sports:
The Miami Marlins cancelled yesterday’s game against the Atlanta Braves due to the death of 24-year-old Jose Fernandez early Sunday morning. Fernandez was killed during a boating accident in Miami waters with two of his close friends. The Marlins will play the NY Mets tonight at 7:10
And now, here’s what’s trending:
America’s first national museum dedicated to African-American history and culture opened Saturday with emotional words from many civil rights leader and our country’s first black president. In a speech, President Barack Obama pointed out the highs and lows of being black in America, from slavery and Jim Crow segregation to voting rights and economic leaders. President Obama said that duality still lingers, through successes such as his presidency, and trials such as the police killings of black men.
For today’s weather forecast:
Scattered Storms in Broward County with a high of 86 and a low of 73. Scattered Storms in Miami-Dade, with a high of 85 and a low of 75.
For more information on these and other stories, visit caribbeannationalweekly.com. Remember to pick up this week’s copy of our Caribbean National Weekly at your nearest Caribbean – American outlet.
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