A look at some of the top stories making the news today, July 5th, across your Caribbean-American community in South Florida.
Here’s a look at our top stories.
As a result of Yellow Fever health advisories issued by various countries, Airlines are urging customers to be aware of the vaccination requirements in the country they are traveling to. Travelers are solely responsible for meeting all immunization documentation to ensure that they are allowed entry into their destination.
FBI director, James Comey announced earlier today that although the likely Presidential nominee Hilary Clinton acted ‘extremely carelessly’ in handling classified emails on a private server, no evidence has been found that she hid any classified information. Comey said that the FBI finds no reason to recommend charges against Clinton and They will now submit their findings to the U.S department of Justice.
The city of Miramar’s 4th of July celebration lit up the sky with a fireworks presentation following a parade of community officials and dignitaries. The evening under the stars celebrated the nations independence with music, food trucks, novelty vendors, and a kids zone. The event was held at Miramar Regional Park.
For Sports, in the N.A.S.L match this weekend, the Fort Lauderdale strikers battled against Miami FC and earned a point in a hard fought 1-1 draw at Lockhart Stadium. The strikers will play in an away match versus FC Edmonton at Clarke Stadium in Canada this Sunday.
Here’s a look at what’s Trending:
Washington D.C is fighting in a Senate hearing to become the 51st state of the union. A commission team working out the logistics of Washington, D.C.’s bid for statehood decided this week, if they are successful in becoming the 51st state, it should be called “New Columbia” as voted for in 1982.
For today’s weather forecast:
Partly Cloudy in Broward County with a high of 92 and a low of 78. Cloudy in Miami-Dade, with a high of 92 and a low of 81.
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