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
White-dominated swimming still struggling to diversify
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) – Cullen Jones still remembers the first time he really felt hate at a swimming pool. He was a teenager growing up …
SMALL STREET TO THE BIG SCREEN: HONORING HARRY T. & HARRIETTE V. MOORE ON JUNETEENTH IN S. FLORIDA
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – A soon to be renowned place beginning on Juneteenth 2021 is NW 7th Street as the street is renamed to honor …
Business
Officials warn Miami’s Airbnb hosts: You may risk tax fraud
MIAMI (AP) – Miami-Dade homeowners frequently renting stays to Airbnb customers risk losing their homestead exemptions. The Miami Herald reports (http://hrld.us/2mbEfRO) this is the latest …
Verizon sought $925 million penalty for Yahoo’s lax security
By MICHAEL LIEDTKE AP Technology Writer SAN FRANCISCO – Verizon demanded a $925 million discount on its acquisition of Yahoo’s online services to help offset …
Ruby Tuesday exploring sale as part of strategic review
Associated Press NEW YORK – Ruby Tuesday says it will explore strategic alternatives including a sale or merger, and that a key sales figure fell …
Technology
After security scandal, a tech firm says it’s changing focus
By BRANDON BAILEY AP Technology Writer SAN FRANCISCO (AP) _ A Silicon Valley startup says it’s shutting down operations and shifting to a new business …
Google unveils Android’s latest technological tricks
By MICHAEL LIEDTKE AP Technology Writer SAN FRANCISCO (AP) _ Google’s next version of its Android operating system will boast new ways to fetch information, …
Education
Tips to Overcome Personal Struggles and Achieve Goals
StatePoint When faced with tough challenges, it can be tempting to throw in the towel. But experts say the power of goal-setting is fierce and …
Literacy week celebration in North Miami
Getting students to understand the power of reading is a challenge faced by many English and Literature teachers. In order to bring attention to the …
Hot or Not? Discover this Year’s Most In-Demand Jobs
StatePoint Whether you just entered the career world or have been in the workforce for years, if you’re hunting for a new gig, it’s time …
Sports
NBA rookies gather in New Jersey for transition program
By JON KRAWCZYNSKI AP Basketball Writer Karl-Anthony Towns left Kentucky for the NBA in April. The No. 1 overall pick for the Minnesota Timberwolves was …
Judge dismisses governor from St. Louis stadium lawsuit
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (AP) _ A judge in Missouri’s capital city dismissed Gov. Jay Nixon from a lawsuit challenging an effort to build a new …
Fisher is excited about prospects for rebuilding Seminoles
By BRENT KALLESTAD TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Jimbo Fisher begins his sixth season at Florida State with many unanswered questions about his team that has run …
