Najahe Sherman

Miami

News Anchor and Reporter at WFOR-TV (Miami, FL)

Journalist/NewsAnchor @cbsmiami #CBSNewsMiami

Articles

Black women with health concerns urged to advocate for themselves

2 weeks ago | cbsnews.com | Najahe Sherman

Black Maternal Health Week: Highlighting Disparities and Inspiring Stories of Resilience Jenny Pierre has a master's degree in business administration and speaks five languages. However, her education couldn't help with something that many other women experience but many don't want to talk about, but Pierre does. "At my lowest point, my menstruation was 28 days per month. It was very painful.
Women's History Month: Celebrating the extraordinary life of Jesse Trice, a trailblazer in women's healthcare

4 weeks ago | cbsnews.com | Najahe Sherman

Celebrating the extraordinary life of Jessie Trice For Women's History Month, we celebrate the extraordinary life and lasting legacy of Jessie Trice, a fearless advocate for women's healthcare and a pioneer in community health services. Trice was a true trailblazer in the community healthcare movement, dedicating her life to uplifting those in need.
South Florida culinary arts teacher instills in her students essential life skills

1 month ago | cbsnews.com | Najahe Sherman

Decadent pasta, a tossed salad and homemade bread – what a feast! Students at Ruth Owens Kruse Education Center are beaming with pride, having crafted the hearty meal from scratch. "They enjoy taking their products home after they make it or eating it. I love to see them enjoy what they cook," culinary arts teacher Felicia Williams said. Williams is not just teaching special education classes, she's instilling in her students essential life skills that will stay with them forever.
Miami Music Week brings high-energy beats and artistic performances to the city

1 month ago | ourcommunitynow.com | Najahe Sherman

Share This week, electronic dance music lovers from around the world will immerse themselves in the energy of Miami Music Week. From deep house and techno to drum and bass, every genre of EDM finds its place in the city's pulsating nightlife. But the event isn't just about the music—it's a celebration of creativity, bringing together visual artists, dancers and performers who help bring the scene to life.
Miami Music Week brings high-energy beats and artistic performances to the city

1 month ago | cbsnews.com | Najahe Sherman

This week, electronic dance music lovers from around the world will immerse themselves in the energy of Miami Music Week. From deep house and techno to drum and bass, every genre of EDM finds its place in the city's pulsating nightlife. But the event isn't just about the music—it's a celebration of creativity, bringing together visual artists, dancers and performers who help bring the scene to life.
Exploring Overtown's rich Black History, one stop at a time

1 month ago | cbsnews.com | Najahe Sherman

More than just a Miami tour through the Overtown neighborhood, Tap Tap Tours is a journey of discovery. Jean Cidelca, a passionate architect and historian, guides visitors through its soul, unveiling the rich tapestry of Black history woven into its streets. From the legendary figures who shaped the city to the everyday heroes who built its community, each stop offers a profound connection to a past that continues to inspire.
Miami Dade College women's basketball coach inspires next generation on and off court

2 months ago | cbsnews.com | Najahe Sherman

MIAMI — Miami Dade College women's basketball coach Susan Summons is making history and inspiring the next generation on and off the court. "I've always been focused on creating champions not just for a minute, not just for an hour, not just for a day, but for a lifetime," Summons said. Summons is in her 39th year of coaching the MDC women's basketball team. She recently achieved a historic milestone in women's sports with 700 wins among active basketball coaches.
Dentists weigh in on the safety of fluoride in drinking water

2 months ago | cbsnews.com | Najahe Sherman

MIAMI - The ongoing debate over the safety of fluoride is prompting a a Florida county to consider removing it from their drinking water. Lee County, on the state's west coast, will discuss the issue on Tuesday. Nayra Sanchez has two daughters, ages two and five, so when she heard about a recent government report connecting high levels of fluoride exposure with IQ loss in children, she went to her family pediatric dentist, Dr. Fabiola Ortega with Elite Smiles Pediatric Dentistry for answers.
Touching Miami with Love transforms lives, breaks cycle of poverty

Jan 21, 2025 | cbsnews.com | Najahe Sherman

Touching Miami with Love teaches young people to be self-sufficient MIAMI - For nearly 30 years, Touching Miami with Love has been a vital resource for communities in Overtown and West Homestead. The nonprofit serves nearly 400 students every weekday and throughout the summer, offering holistic, year-round programs that provide a safe haven for children, youth and families.
Miami Beach celebrates 100 years of Art Deco style, culture

Jan 17, 2025 | cbsnews.com | Najahe Sherman

MIAMI - Get ready to celebrate a century of style, music and culture this weekend in Miami Beach. More than 50,000 visitors from around the globe are expected to immerse themselves in vintage charm as Art Deco Weekend 2025 marks a historic milestone: The Art Deco Centennial, commemorating 100 years of this iconic design style from 1925 to 2025. Globally recognized as an Art Deco capital, Miami Beach is home to the largest concentration of Art Deco architecture in the world.