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
YOU DON’T VOTE, YOU DON’T COUNT
Someone’s not voting??? We know. You want to respond in the words of Fred Sanford to his nephew Lamont on the iconic TV show, “Sanford …
‘Honor the ancestors’: Harris appeals directly to Black men
Atlanta (AP) – Democratic vice presidential hopeful Kamala Harris has made a direct appeal to Black men, defending her record as a prosecutor, blasting President …
Business
State to launch $1 million TV ad campaign for tax cuts
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) – Florida Gov. Rick Scott, confronted with a less-than-compliant Republican Legislature, is trying to make his case for tax cuts and corporate …
No Powerball Winner!
Powerball announced there were no winners in Saturday’s already record-breaking jackpot drawing for $949.8 million, held in Florida. The winning numbers were 16-19-32-34-57 and the …
Seminole Tribe Casino Lawsuit Moves Forward
TALLAHASSEE – A federal judge is siding with the Seminole Tribe of Florida in an ongoing lawsuit that could affect the tribe’s casinos. U.S. District …
Technology
European Union plan hopes to help tech companies compete with US giants
By LORNE COOK and RAF CASERT BRUSSELS (AP) _ The European Union unveiled Wednesday a long-term strategy to help its technology companies compete with U.S. …
New law allows for electronic proof of auto insurance
TRENTON, N.J. (AP) _ Police who ask drivers for proof of auto insurance in New Jersey will have to accept images on a phone, tablet …
Education
Leonard, who created Harvard affirmative-action policy, dies
WASHINGTON – Walter Leonard, an attorney and university administrator who designed an admissions process at Harvard University that led to more minority students being admitted, …
Graduation disparity rises slightly for bowl teams
By KYLE HIGHTOWER ORLANDO – A study released Monday of this year’s bowl-bound schools shows the overall academic success of players is the same as …
Supreme Court revisits Texas affirmative action in new case
WASHINGTON (AP) – Basketball coaches, leading military officers and many of the country’s biggest businesses agree that the Supreme Court should preserve the use of …
Sports
Bart Starr’s son says Hall of Fame QB improving
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) _ Hall of Fame quarterback Bart Starr’s son said his father’s health is improving following two strokes and a mild heart …
Raptors sign free agent Bismack Biyombo of Congo
TORONTO (AP) _ The Toronto Raptors have signed Bismack Biyombo, a free agent who played last season with the Charlotte Hornets. The Raptors did not …
Ha Na Jang lead LPGA Tour’s rain-plagued Marathon Classic
SYLVANIA, Ohio (AP) _ Ha Na Jang parred the last five holes Saturday for a 2-under 69, leaving her a stroke ahead with one round …
