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
Colombia suspending use of anti-coca herbicide
By LIBARDO CARDONA BOGOTA, Colombia (AP) _ Colombia’s President Juan Manuel Santos announced Saturday he is halting use of a herbicide that has been a …
Liberia is free of Ebola, says World Health Organization
By JONATHAN PAYE-LAYLEH MONROVIA, Liberia (AP) _ Liberia is now free of Ebola after going 42 days _ twice the maximum incubation period for the …
Business
Sales tax holiday review
TALLAHASSEE (AP) – Florida’s popular back-to-school sales tax holiday could last longer and cover more expensive items. Gov. Rick Scott on Friday called for extending …
Tips for buying a home in today’s market
(StatePoint) — If you’re considering buying a home, some experts think you should get a move on it. Interest rates are at 65-year record lows …
Florida springs to receive nearly $37 million
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) – Florida is going to spend nearly $37 million to help improve the water quality of several springs across the state. Gov. …
Education
Back-to-school tax holiday heads to Ohio governor
By JULIE CARR SMYTH COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio back-to-school shoppers would get a three-day reprieve from Ohio’s sales tax under a bill headed to Gov. John …
Lawmakers may take up college tuition issue
By GEOFF MULVIHILL HADDONFIELD, N.J. — A judge has been clear that Caitlyn Ricci’s parents must pay her tuition to Temple University, even though the divorced …
Plan to rate teacher training raises concerns
COLUMBUS, Ind. — A U.S. Department of Education plan to use student test scores to rate colleges and universities for their teacher training is drawing fire …