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
Ex-supervisor wouldn’t endorse Ladapo as Florida’s top doctor
Tallahassee, Fla. (AP) – A former supervisor of Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo declined to recommend Ladapo to lead the state’s health department during a …
Cannabis and ‘SelfCare’ Can Work Well
Anyone who does something to feel be琀er, either mentally or physically, or both, is experiencing “selfcare.” That term would seem to be selfexplanatory, however, it’s …
Business
Can someone “inherit” a Homestead Exemption along with inherited property?
Marty Kiar PHOTO COURTESY OF YOUTUBE By MARTY KIAR Broward County Property Appraiser Too many times our office receives calls from family members who inherited …
Shoppers out seeking deals, though sales have crept earlier
PHOTO COURTESY OF WIKIMEDIA By BERNARD CONDON and ANNE D’INNOCENZIO AP Business Writers Parking lots were full and shopping bags were plentiful in some places …
State fines Uber $8.9M for nearly 60 problem drivers
By TATIANA FLOWERS Associated Press DENVER (AP)- Colorado regulators is sued an $8.9 million fine against Uber’s parent company on Monday for allowing employees with …
Technology
WVU team wins $100k in NASA competition
MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) _ NASA has awarded $100,000 to a team from West Virginia University for completing a robotics challenge. NASA says the objective of …
Montgomery County: public e-cigarette ban now in effect
ROCKVILLE, Md. (AP) _ It is now illegal to smoke electronic cigarettes in Montgomery County in public places. A bill banning electronic cigarette use in …
Education
‘Make Music Day’ is Coming: How to Get Your Family Involved
StatePoint The benefits of music education are endless. Studies have associated music education with higher test scores, improved concentration and more. But if you are …
Study Tips for Busy College Students
StatePoint With seemingly endless reading, lengthy term papers and make-or-break exams, the academic life of a college student can be nothing short of demanding. What’s …
First female and first black president to lead St. Petersburg college
Saint Petersburg College Downtown Center. PHOTO COURTESY OF WIKIMEDIA ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) – A 30-year employee of St. Petersburg College rode an overwhelming tide …
Sports
NFL top performers
300, Julio Jones,ATL vs. CAR 10/2 (12 rec., 1 TD) 205, Marvin Jones, DET at GBY 9/25 (6 rec., 2 TD) 182, Stefon Diggs, MIN …
Arnold Palmer, the golfing King with a personal touch
By DOUG FERGUSON AP Golf Writer CHASKA, Minn. – William McGirt took his wife and infant son to Arnold Palmer’s office at Bay Hill, wanting …
Coaches try to keep players from tossing back touchdown
RALPH D. RUSSO Associated Press The old saying goes, “When you score a touchdown, act like you’ve been there before.” A few college football players …
