Rastafarians in Jamaica soon able to transport and smoke marijuana as a religious sacrement

Today is Monday, December 12 and we’re taking a look at some of the top stories making the news across your Caribbean-American community in South Florida, For CNW90, I’m Jahlisa Harvey The news today is brought to you by Grace Aloe, Aloe Vera Drink, Refreshingly Delicious. Here’s a look at our top stories: The Jamaica Constabulary Force will be increasing stop-and-search operations during the holiday season. Head of the JCF Corporate Communications Unit, Superintendent Stephanie Lindsay said there will be a surge in the number of police on the streets to counter the increase in robberies and criminals at this time of year. She noted that the police have been briefed on the correct procedures to apply when carrying out searches. Jamaican Justice Minister Delroy Chuck has assured people of the Rastafarian faith that their requests to transport marijuana to be smoked as a religious sacrament will be granted quickly. This follows a demonstration late last month by Rastafarians in front of the Barnett Street Police Station after a seizure by police of 10 pounds of the weed from a member of the faith. Minister Marion Hall, formerly known as Lady Saw, will be showcasing tracks from her latest album “When God Speaks”. She will host an in-store album signing event on Saturday at The VP Records Retail Store in Miramar from 3 to 6 p.m. Fans will get a chance to meet Minster Hall, get pictures taken, and get an autographed copy of her latest album with purchase. In Sports: Guyanese boxers added five more gold medals and a silver to their overall tally in the in the Caribbean Development Boxing Tournament in Barbados. Winning Gold on Saturday evening was Christopher Moore, who contested in the lightweight division securing a 3-0 win against Grenada’s Nelson Cyrus. Now, here’s what’s trending:  Former Jamaican Beauty Queen and JetBlue flight attendant, Marsha Reynolds accused of trying to smuggle 70 pounds of cocaine through Los Angeles International Airport is set to plead guilty to conspiracy to possess and distribute cocaine in federal court today. If found guilty, she could face a minimum of 10 years in prison. For today’s weather forecast: Cloudy in Broward County with a high of 83 and a low of 69. Cloudy in Miami-Dade, with a high of 81 and a low of 70. For more information on these and other stories, visit Caribbean national weekly.com. Remember to pick up this week’s copy of our Caribbean National Weekly at your nearest Caribbean - American outlet. Today’s news is brought to you by Grace Aloe. Aloe Vera drink, Refreshingly Delicious.” You’ve been watching CNW90, I’m Jahlisa Harvey.