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
Fauci’s ‘Wear a mask’ tops 2020’s most notable quotes
New Haven, Conn. (AP) – A plea from Dr. Anthony Fauci for people to “wear a mask” to slow the spread of the coronavirus tops …
Redeeming credit card rewards for holiday gifts
(StatePoint) – During a holiday season that by all counts will be unlike any other experienced in recent history, shoppers may be looking for creative …
Business
Program gives Nebraska companies an alternative to layoffs
Associated Press LINCOLN, Neb. – A new state program that goes into effect this fall will give Nebraska businesses an alternative to layoffs when economic …
FUNdraising Good Times: Four secrets to nonprofit growth, Part I
By MEL AND PEARL SHAW We recently had the opportunity to work with nonprofit consultant Kim Moss. He is a wealth of knowledge with 34 …
Uber scores legal victory in Puerto Rico, no taxi regulations
By Associated Press SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico – A judge in Puerto Rico has ruled that ride-booking company Uber cannot be regulated like taxi services …
Technology
More vehicles recalled for problem Takata air bag inflators
By YURI KAGEYAMA AP Business Writer TOKYO (AP) _ Toyota Motor Corp. and Nissan Motor Co. are expanding their recalls over problem air bags made …
Toyota, Mazda announce ‘long-term partnership’ in technology
By YURI KAGEYAMA AP Business Writer TOKYO (AP) _ Toyota Motor Corp. and Japanese rival Mazda are expanding their partnership to a long-term one focusing …
Education
Tips to Prevent Bullying
StatePoint Bullying is still prevalent in American schools and communities. Indeed, 91 percent of students and educators in a recent study agree it’s a problem. …
Most US Syrians arrivals are kids, now enrolling in school
By CHRISTINE ARMARIO Associated Press EL CAJON, Calif. (AP) – U.S. State Department figures show nearly 80 percent of the more than 11,000 Syrian refugees …
How to teach children to give back
StatePoint When school is in session, it may seem like the greatest lessons to be learned revolve around reading, writing and arithmetic. But teaching children …
Sports
LeBron James’ company scores Warner Bros. TV, movie deal
LOS ANGELES (AP) _ LeBron James is setting his sights beyond the basketball court. The NBA star and his company, SpringHill Entertainment, have signed a …
Sacramento Kings announce signings of Curry, Acy and Dukan
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) _ The Sacramento Kings have signed guard Seth Curry and forwards Quincy Acy and Duje Dukan (DOO-yay DOOK-in) after reaching contract agreements …
Prosecutors lay out case against ex-NFL star in fraud trial
MOUNT HOLLY, N.J. (AP) _ A prosecutor told jurors that former Philadelphia Eagles star Irving Fryar resorted to a scheme to defraud banks when he …
