South Florida security officers: On the front lines, left behind
By Rev. Dr. Joaquin Willis During the holiday season, while many of us gather with family to celebrate, we must not forget the sacrifices of …
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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
History in Loxahatchee
Loxahatchee, Fla. – Palm Beach State College was set to host two commencement ceremonies on Thursday, May 12 at the South Florida Fairgrounds Expo Center …
Corey Smith declares for School Board
West Palm Beach, Fla. – Palm Beach County native and education attorney, Corey M. Smith, has announced his candidacy to represent District 7 of the …
Business
FPL parent to buy gulf power
By JIM SAUNDERS TALLAHASSEE – In a major move in the state’s utility industry, the parent company of Florida Power & Light said Monday it …
Meet Chef Ena’s Kitchen
SIGNATURE DISH:Chef Ena at the opening of her new restaurant serving her famous PHOTOS COURTESY OF CHEF ENA’S KITCHEN By K. BARRETT BILALI South Florida …
The secret of their success? Finding a unique niche, antique barber chairs
FADING THRONES: Jon McDaniels restores antique barber chairs to their original grandeur. PHOTO COURTESY OF URBAN NEWS SERVICE By CURTIS BUNN Urban News Service Not …
Technology
Navy celebrates once-secret sub now on display in museum
By STEPHEN SINGER GROTON, Conn. (AP) _ A once-secret submarine in U.S. military research and expeditions is being celebrated for its advanced technology, exploration of …
Higher education board says remote meetings would save money
By DAVE KOLPACK FARGO, N.D. (AP) _ Some members of the North Dakota Board of Higher Education said Wednesday that one way to cut down …
Education
Little Geniuses – Analysis: Public schools leave out some gifted minorities
PHOTO COURTESY OF WIKIMEDIA By MATTHEW BARAKAT Associated Press McLEAN, Va. (AP) – It’s an annual rite in Fairfax County, which has one of the …
Fun Ways to Help Kids Enjoy Math, Science and Art
StatePoint Science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEAM) concepts are especially important for young minds. While these are among the most challenging school subjects, at …
Benefits from good preschool programs could be enormous
PHOTO COURTESY OF WIKIMEDIA By JEFF AMY Associated Press JACKSON, Miss. (AP) – It’s a soft sell – come and listen to renowned figures who …
Sports
Steve McNair’s son leaves basketball behind for dance
By MELANIE BALAKIT The Tennessean BRENTWOOD, Tenn. (AP) – Basketball or dance? Brentwood Academy student Tyler McNair wrangled over the question before his senior year …
Packers-Falcons NFC matchup expected to produce big offense
By CHARLES ODUM AP Sports Writer FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — The high- scoring offenses of the Atlanta Falcons and Green Bay Packers appear poised to …
Bethune-Cookman snaps seven game skid in win over Florida A&M
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Brandon Tabb scored 29 points with seven rebounds and Bethune-Cookman held off Florida A&M 82-76 down the stretch to earn its first …
