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
Abortion parental notification bill draws heated testimony
By RILEY SNYDER CARSON CITY, Nev. (AP) _ Nevada lawmakers are considering a hot-button measure that would make the state the 39th to require …
Study: Florida ranks in the middle of pack for senior health
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) _ A new study ranks Florida in the middle of the pack when it comes to the health of its seniors. The …
Business
Business booming for berry growers
By IAN FOLEY KENAI, Alaska (AP) _ Alaska Berries, which started out as a hobby for Brian Olson and his wife Laurie Olson, has expanded …
The philosophical basis of the right to a decent wage
Much before the labor movement in America acquired legitimacy and power, the theoretical infrastructure was being laid down by an unlikely source. We are talking …
PortMiami breaks another cruise passenger record
(MIAMI) — PortMiami, the Cruise Capital of the World, broke another world record processing approximately 4.8 million multi-day cruise passengers in the fiscal year ending …
Education
Storied NYC college awaits results of attorney general probe
By KAREN MATTHEWS Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) _ First came a hotly-debated decision by Cooper Union to start charging its students after being tuition-free …
SC State uses $3M federal grant to reopen Elloree camp
ELLOREE, S.C. (AP) _ South Carolina State University is using a $3 million federal grant to reopen its camp in Elloree. The Times and Democrat …
House approves transgender student bathroom restrictions
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) _ The Minnesota House wants to restrict transgender students’ access to school locker rooms and bathrooms. Minority Democrats objected fiercely to …