South Florida security officers: On the front lines, left behind
During the holiday season, while many of us gather with family to celebrate, we must not forget the sacrifices of South Florida’s county contracted security …
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US homelessness up 18% as affordable housing remains out of reach for many
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Three men lynched a century ago are innocent, judge finds
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‘White Woman Syndrome’ denies Black women justice
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Palestinian forces are cracking down on Palestinian militants
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The butcher’s knife, the lamb’s cry – and ascent of the billionaires
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10 tips from experts to help you change your relationship with money in 2025
New York (AP) — With the end of 2024 around the corner, you might be reflecting on financial goals for 2025. Whether you’re saving to …
Health and Wellness
Time to Sign up for healthcare, now
By Janet Trautwein The Affordable Care Act’s health insurance exchanges opened for business earlier last month. Now, millions of Americans who do not get coverage …
So how was your holiday?
As I write this, I am about 10 hours post return to South Florida after a holiday visit with my family in North Carolina. Though …
Business
Wyoming Conservation Corp improves trail system
By THADDEUS MAST Laramie Boomerang LARAMIE, Wyo. (AP) _ Thousands of Wyoming residents and tourists enjoy the trails meandering through the many state parks. But …
Entrepreneurs mix adult beverages with vintage arcade games
By KEVIN JOY The Columbus Dispatch COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) _ When Benjamin Morgan pitched his idea for an arcade to investors, the particulars of his …
Lebanon airport hopes cut in fares will help to keep subsidy
LEBANON, N.H. (AP) _ The manager of the Lebanon Municipal Airport is confident that discounted airline tickets will help to draw more customers for the …
Education
Fireworks fund high school activities in at least 2 cities
By BILL CAMPBELL TimesDaily FLORENCE, Ala. (AP) _ Fireworks stands have begun opening in areas that allow such sales around the Shoals. In at least …
North Carolina Senate budget proposes ending driver’s ed. requirement
BY JOHN MORITZ RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) _ The fate of driver education in North Carolina looms uncertain as legislators ironing out the budget weigh whether …
Ivy Tech at risk of losing workforce training money
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) _ Ivy Tech Community College is facing an Aug. 1 deadline to show progress in student success as state officials weigh whether to …
Sports
Montreal Alouettes sign openly gay defensive end Michael Sam
MONTREAL (AP) _ The Montreal Alouettes have signed defensive end Michael Sam, the first openly gay player drafted in the NFL. The club says the …
Packers sign 3rd-round pick Ty Montgomery
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) _ The Green Bay Packers signed third-round pick Ty Montgomery on Thursday. The 6-foot receiver had five punt and kickoff returns …
A’s announce Ron Washington hired as coach
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) _ The Oakland Athletics have announced that Ron Washington is rejoining the team as a major league coach after working nearly …
