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Dr. Hansel Tookes Named National Academy of Medicine Emerging Leaders in Health and Medicine Scholar
The infectious disease expert’s pioneering work includes launching the IDEA Syringe Services Program that’s been extended throughout the state of Florida. The National Academy of Medicine (NAM) has selected Hansel Tookes, M.D., M.P.H., to join its exclusive ranks as an Emerging Leaders in Health and Medicine Scholar. The honor recognizes Dr. Tookes’ pioneering and influential work devising tenable solutions for addiction and infectious disease issues.
Florida Hispanic voters could decide the election. Here are their top issues.
Hispanic voters in Florida are more likely to list affordable housing and gun control as top issues than their non-Hispanic counterparts, a new online survey of nearly 1,400 likely voters in the state found. The poll, conducted from June 13-17 by TelevisaUnivision Consumer Strategy & Insights and Media Predict, offers...
NAS Whiting Field: U.S. Navy Capt. Ted Elkins takes command
U.S. Navy Capt. Ted Elkins relieved Capt. Paul N. Flores as the 44th commanding officer of Naval Air Station Whiting Field in a ceremony onboard the installation on Friday. The change of command ceremony is a long-standing Navy tradition that is focused on ensuring orderly transition of duties from one officer to another. The ceremony was held in the Atrium in front of base personnel and community members.
National Hurricane Center forecast remains tame as Saharan dust approaches Florida
Saharan dust approaching from the east is expected to arrive in South Florida today, bringing drier air, according to the National Weather Service Miami. Don't expect the dust to reach the west coast before showers and storms arrive. ...
Duran (and) Duran hungry like the wolf for Paralympics
Jonathan and Jordan Duran will make a run for the 2024 Paralympic Games in France on Saturday when they compete at the U.S. Paralympic Trials in Miramar, Fla. “They definitely have a chance,” said Amanda Rego, associate head coach for cross country and track and field at Metropolitan State University of Denver.
Margate Man Posed as Lawyer to Defraud Immigrants, Feds Say
A Margate man who posed as an attorney is charged with stealing more than $92,000 from six Russian-speaking victims, authorities say. David Manasher, 44, who records show owns a home in the 7700 block of Highlands Circle in Margate, was arraigned on a 20-count indictment in Brooklyn, New York, on Monday.
SCAM ALERT: Coconut Creek Cops Say Elderly Woman Is Crime Victim
BY: 24/7 CRIME DESK | BocaNewsNow.com COCONUT CREEK, FL (BocaNewsNow.com) (Copyright © 2024 MetroDesk Media, LLC) — An elderly resident of Coconut Creek is the victim of the latest “Social Security” scam, according to the Coconut Creek Police Department which wants everyone in the area to know about the latest effort to steal your money.… Read More »SCAM ALERT: Coconut Creek Cops Say Elderly Woman Is Crime Victim
Security improvements promised after unruly gate-crashers delay start of the Copa América final; Key Biscayne celebrates La Albiceleste’s win
Argentina won its second consecutive Copa América title and 16th overall Sunday night, but not without incident. A swarm of unruly, non-paying fans created chaos beforehand, invading Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, causing damage inside, forcing added security and delaying the start of the match for an hour.
Tickets On Sale for Flite Center's SIP, SAVOR & SCREENING of SOUND OF HOPE: THE STORY OF POSSUM TROT
FLITE Center's "Sip, Savor & Screening" benefit presented by Seminole Casino Coconut Creek is set for Tuesday, August 20, from 6 - 9 p.m., at Movies of Delray (7421 W Atlantic Avenue in Delray Beach). This special evening, part of Boca Chamber Festival Days (BCFD), will include a complimentary libation,...
Women's Golf Ranks #5 in the Nation in Team GPA
CORAL SPRINGS, Fla. – The Belmont women's golf team is ranked among the top-five in the nation when it comes to team grade point average (GPA) as the Women's Golf Coaches Association (WGCA) announced its All-Scholar Team GPA Awards on Tuesday. The Bruins ranked #5 among all Division I...
Schumer: ‘Misguided’ dismissal of Trump classified docs case ‘must be appealed’
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) called Florida Judge Aileen Cannon’s dismissal of the felony charges accusing former President Trump of mishandling classified documents “breathtakingly misguided” and called for her ruling to be “appealed immediately.” “This breathtakingly misguided ruling flies in the face of long-accepted practice and repetitive judicial precedence,” Schumer said in a statement…
Woman shot in North Lauderdale: BSO
A woman was shot Monday evening in North Lauderdale, according to the Broward Sheriff’s Office. The victim, whose name has not been released, was shot at around 6:44 p.m. in the 1000 block of Southwest 76th Avenue. Details on her condition were not provided. “The victim was transported to...
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