Deputy AG, Todd Blanche, without a court reporter or oath, has now “interviewed” Ghislaine Maxwell. Maxwell, serving a 20-year sentence for sex trafficking minors for Jeffrey Epstein, hopes for clemency to avoid spending the rest of her life in prison.

There’s something sacred about a fresh start. A new school year always brings with it the scent of dry-erase markers, neatly stacked notebooks, and that tingling mix of excitement and nerves as the first bell rings.

About three years ago, I was approached by The Our Fund Foundation with an unexpected invitation.

In the vibrant heart of Fort Lauderdale, the United Church of Christ (UCC) stands as a sanctuary of compassion, inclusion, and unwavering service. At the core of its outreach are two powerful initiatives: the Ruth Ministry and the Angel Fund, programs that provide real help and restore dignity to those experiencing homelessness or crisis in Broward County.