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
Rare Cannonball concerts going digital
Rrio Tancho, N.M. (AP) – A rare collection of previously unissued recordings by legendary jazz saxophonist Cannonball Adderley is becoming more accessible thanks to two …
MSNBC appoints Joy Reid as Matthews replacement
New York (AP) – MSNBC is moving Joy Reid into the early evening time slot vacated in March by former “Hardball” host Chris Matthew’s retirement. …
Business
Oregon begins retail marijuana sales
PORTLAND, Ore. – Marijuana stores in Oregon on Thursday began selling to anyone over 21, a major milestone in the decades-long movement to liberalize marijuana …
$32.75 million mortgage discrimination settlement with bank
By JOSH BOAK WASHINGTON (AP) – Mortgage discrimination against black and Hispanic communities has led to a proposed $32.75 million settlement between Hudson City Savings …
CFPB orders debt buying and collection firms to pay over $200 Million
By Charlene Crowell At one time or another, many consumers have fallen behind on paying their bills. For the working poor, unemployed and underemployed, the …
Technology
EU to require cars to have automatic emergency call systems
BRUSSELS (AP) _ All new vehicles in the European Union will have to be fitted as of 2018 with a system that automatically calls the …
Belton school district investigates bullying, hurtful emails
BELTON, Mo. (AP) _ Officials in a suburban Kansas City school system have started an investigation into bullying emails that are coming through district-issued iPads. …
Education
Hazing prevention speaking tour brings Florida A&M graduate
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — One of the first people sentenced under Florida’s tougher 2005 hazing law is embarking on a speaking tour to address college …
Hazing prevention tour brings Florida A&M graduate back to campus
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) – One of the first people sentenced under Florida’s tougher 2005 hazing law is embarking on a speaking tour to address college …
Former Coach Charged With Stealing Athletics Money
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) – A former substitute teacher and coach at a Tampa Bay area high school is facing a theft charge after authorities say …
Sports
Rose Bowl operators won’t try for temporary NFL franchise
PASADENA, Calif. (AP) _ Operators of Pasadena’s Rose Bowl aren’t interested in hosting an NFL team. The Los Angeles Times (http://lat.ms/1Sa50dJ ) says operators won’t …
Jordan apologizes to Mavericks, Cuban on Twitter
DALLAS (AP) _ DeAndre Jordan has apologized to the Dallas Mavericks and owner Mark Cuban after backing out of a verbal agreement with them to …
Heat guard Tyler Johnson has broken jaw
MIAMI (AP) _ Heat guard Tyler Johnson has a broken jaw and is expected to be sidelined for at least six weeks. Johnson was injured …
