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
For better roast chicken, slather spices under skin
Slathering sauces or seasonings over a chicken before roasting may produce a beautiful bird, but it can deliver lackluster flavor. That’s why we prefer to …
‘The Rock’ was born to play DC’s ‘Black Adam’
Look! Up in the sky! It’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s … Black Adam? Introducing DC comics latest crime combatant, Black Adam. His superhero …
Business
DOW DROPS 7.8% AS FREE-FALL IN OIL, VIRUS FEARS SLAM MARKETS
NEW YORK (AP) – The Dow Jones Industrial Average sank 7.8%, its steepest drop since the financial crisis of 2008, as a free-fall in oil …
More companies get into business of Black History Month
New York (AP) — From shoes and T-shirts to dolls and tote bags, more companies and brands are getting into the business of Black History …
Local entrepreneurs realize their Super Bowl dreams
Rivera Beach, Fla. Super Bowl LIV is behind us. But the memories of the biggest sports event in the world will live on forever. The …
Technology
Manchester converts streetlights to energy-efficient system
MANCHESTER, N.H. (AP) _ A project to install more than 9,000 energy efficient LED streetlights in New Hampshire’s largest city has reached the halfway point …
Study shows large increase in Tennessee’s vehicle exports
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (AP) _ A new study shows that motor vehicle exports from Tennessee have more than doubled since 2000. According to the Knoxville News …
Education
GOVERNMENT ACCUSES HARVARD OF ‘OUTRIGHT RACIAL BALANCING’
PHOTO COURTESY OF HARVARD COLLEGE WASHINGTON (AP) – In its latest push to end the use of race in college admissions, the Trump administration on …
September’s ‘Destination Fridays’ at the AARLCC features the Divine 9 frats and sororities
PHOTO COURTESY OF PINTEREST FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – The African American Research Library and Cultural Center is transforming itself into a fraternity and sorority house …
Two FMU grads among Legacy’s ‘2018 Top Black Educators’
PHOTO COURTESY OF FLORIDA MEMORIAL UNIVERSITY FMU Interim President Jaffus Hardrick celebrates the recent recognition of FMU alumna Stephanie Pierre (center) and Latoya Porter (right) …
Sports
At 37, Venus Williams moves into 10th Wimbledon semifinal
Venus Williams remains in the hunt at Wimbledon. Associated Press LONDON — Venus Williams’ mother could not stop smiling and laughing. She had just watched …
Pat Riley: Heat growth up to the team players
PHOTO COURTESY OF HISPANOSNBA By TIM REYNOLDS AP Basketball Writer MIAMI – Pat Riley has a trip to his California home awaiting, followed by a …
Russell Westbrook wins NBA MVP
Russell Westbrook at the microphone PHOTO COURTESY OF KFOR.COM By BRIAN MAHONEY AP Basketball Writer NEW YORK (AP) – Russell Westbrook moved past Oscar Robertson …
