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
Riviera Beach mayoral runoff while incumbents reelected
Riviera Beach, Fla. — After Tuesday’s election, it appears the Riviera Beach mayoral race is headed for a runoff. It wasn’t a close vote, but …
Former Broward School Board chair Osgood wins District 33 Senate seat by a landslide
By DAVID L. SNELLING Special for South Florida Times FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Former Broward County School Board chairwoman Rosalind Osgood just gained a foothold …
Business
5 Ways to Improve Your Financial Plan
StatePoint Spending too much and saving too little? Getting out of your current financial rut can feel daunting without the right habits and tools. Here …
More caffeine, please: Keurig is buying Dr Pepper Snapple
PHOTO COURTESY OF WIKIMEDIA NEW YORK (AP) – Keurig is buying Dr Pepper Snapple Group, bringing together the make-at-home coffee brand with the company behind …
5 Winter Getaway Tips
StatePoint Winter is an ideal time to travel, whether your motivation is to escape the cold weather or to frolic in it. Here are five …
Technology
Brazilian information technology company expanding in Ga.
ATLANTA (AP) _ A Brazilian information technology company is planning to expand its office in Atlanta and create hundreds of jobs. Gov. Nathan Deal said …
AT&T hit with $100M fine, company vows to fight
By ANNE FLAHERTY Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) _ AT&T Mobility LLC has been slapped with a record $100 million fine for offering consumers “unlimited” data, …
Education
We’re excited to welcome you back
Robert W. Runcie PHOTO COURTESY OF BROWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS By ROBERT W. RUNCIE Special to South Florida Times As Superintendent of Broward County Public …
Essential back to school tips for parents
STOCK PHOTO By MARIE AMARO Courtesy of TheHighlyEffectiveTeacher.com Going back to school can be a time of great excitement … and anxiety. These simple tips …
FMU continues to roar
Florida Memorial University (FMU), South Florida’s only Historically Black College and University (HBCU), continues expanding programs and resources to better serve students. PHOTOS COURTESY OF …
Sports
Chiefs’ Kelce fined $24,309 for tossing towel at official
By The Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) _ Turns out that was one costly towel toss for Travis Kelce. The Kansas City Chiefs tight end …
Sherman says tweet from wife of Bills kicker not surprising
Associated Press RENTON, Wash. (AP) _ Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman responded Wednesday to a tweet from the wife of Buffalo Bills kicker Dan Carpenter, …
Around The NBA: Curry’s record 3-point streak ends
By JON KRAWCZYNSKI AP Basketball Writer J.J. Redick is the NBA’s new 3-point king. Sort of. Steph Curry failed to splash a 3 against the …
