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
University of Connecticut opening institute for brain and cognitive studies
By PAT EATON-ROBB STORRS, Conn. (AP) _ University of Connecticut scientists researching everything from speech to genomics are coming together to become part of a …
One in six metro Atlanta pool inspections result in closure
ATLANTA (AP) _ About one in six inspections of swimming pools and spas in metro Atlanta resulted in a closure for health or safety reasons, …
Business
The 20 hour shift to end all 20 hour shifts
By Pierre B. Bland, DVM Being a veterinarian is not all puppies and kittens. I assure you. As with any profession, the behind the …
Madam C.J. Walker still inspiring black community today
Madam C.J. Walker in her car PHOTO COURTESY OF madamcjwalker.com Madam C.J. Walker hair products PHOTOs COURTESY OF umw.edu Madam C.J. Walker PHOTO COURTESY OF …
Florida salsa company donates profits to military charities
Salsa bottles PHOTO COURTESY OF militarytimes.com Salsa chips PHOTO COURTESY OF jfoodeats.com By ALLISON GRINER The Florida Times-Union ATLANTIC BEACH, Fla. (AP) — …
Education
Grant to help WSSU students prepare for medical degrees
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. (AP) _ The National Institutes of Health has awarded Winston-Salem State University a five-year grant totaling $2.3 million to help undergraduate students compete …
Education Management to close 15 Art Institute campuses
PITTSBURGH (AP) _ A Pittsburgh-based for-profit college company has announced plans to close 15 of its Art Institute campuses nationwide, one quarter of the total, …
Alabama lawmakers approve new board for 2-year colleges
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) _ A new state board will oversee Alabama’s two-year college system. Alabama lawmakers on Tuesday gave final approval to legislation to remove …
Sports
Dwyane Wade dunks major branding deal
MIAMI — Two-time NBA champion Dwyane Wade has signed with Chinese sportswear provider Li-Ning which is giving the Miami Heat guard his own brand within …
Miami Dolphins’ free screenings tackling skin cancer before game
The Miami Dolphins organization is again offering free skin cancer screenings as part of the Melanoma Exposed campaign, on Sunday, Sept. 16 at the Dolphins …
MLB/MIAMI MARLINS: 6-man rotation set for rest of season
MIAMI — The Miami Marlins plan to use a six-man rotation for the rest of the season, manager Ozzie Guillen said.