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
Tagovailoa teetering again, as are Dolphin playoff hopes
MIAMI GRDENS, Fla. (AP) – Tua Tagovailoa is in the concussion protocol again, and the Miami Dolphins may not be able to weather his absence …
10 best films of 2022
Call it a comeback. In 2022 the movie industry roared back with high-quality films, stellar performances and great artistry. For the record, movie theaters aren’t …
Business
Group calls for reparations for Boston’s Black community
Associated Press BOSTON (AP) – An organization that wants to rename Boston’s Faneuil Hall is calling for economic reparations for the city’s Black community. The …
Some surprising things renters’ insurance covers – and leaves out
Insurance is designed to offer peace of mind, but there’s a reason your policy has all that fine print: You might not have the coverage …
Stocks are soaring, and most Black people are missing out
New York (AP) – Americans who own stocks are pulling further away from those who don’t, as Wall Street roars back to record heights while …
Technology
China’s record criticized as Congress mulls nuclear pact
By MATTHEW PENNINGTON WASHINGTON (AP) _ China’s record on nuclear proliferation is facing congressional criticism as the Obama administration seeks renewal of a 30-year agreement …
Pekin debuts city finance website
PEKIN, Ill. (AP) _ Pekin’s city finances are now viewable around the clock. City officials have created a website allowing taxpayers to view 2,300 lines …
Education
STUDENTS EXPRESS CONCERNS ABOUT BETHUNE-COOKMAN’S FUTURE
PHOTO COURTESY OF INSIDE HIGHER ED DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. – For the second day this week, students at Bethune-Cookman University left classes and held a …
WPB program engages students with fun
PHOTO COURTESY OF CITY OF WEST PALM BEACH FOOSA (Fun Out of School Activities) is a program for elementary and middle school aged children that …
Black college loses lawsuit to preserve accreditation
PHOTO COURTESY OF PCNAA1.ORG AUGUSTA, Ga. – A historically black college in Georgia has lost a lawsuit seeking to preserve its regional accreditation. A federal …
Sports
Fate of several NFL coaches being decided in coming days
Raven’s coach Chuck Pagano is already out. PHOTO COURTESY OF WIKIMEDIA By MARK LONG AP Sports Writer JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) – Jack Del Rio and Chuck …
Baseball’s glow is gone for Derek Jeter as Marlins CEO
PHOTO COURTESY OF WEEI.COM By STEVEN WINE MIAMI (AP) – Reacting to the Giancarlo Stanton trade, a Miami Marlins supporter who is a priest suggested …
Woods says he’s now on the ‘other side’ of pain, loving life
Tiger Woods’ return to golf began with a funny married-couple-like back-and-forth with a PGA Tour media official. PHOTO COURTESY OF YOUTUBE.COM By DOUG FERGUSON Associated …
