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
Morgan State U. president offers inaugural poet a job
Baltimore (AP) – The president of a historically Black university in Maryland was so captivated by inaugural poet Amanda Gorman’s poem during President Joe Biden’s …
Customers like masks – especially if it’s black
Customers perceive a better quality of service, feel less anxious and exhibit more trust in businesses when waiters and other service workers wear a mask, …
Business
Financial planning basics: Easy tips to stick to a budget
StatePoint It can be easy to let your finances fall by the wayside when juggling work, family, school and other priorities. The most basic financial …
Orlando to buy Pulse nightclub, turn it into memorial
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) – The city of Orlando, Florida, has announced plans to purchase the Pulse nightclub and eventually convert the site of the deadliest …
Why Switching to LED Bulbs Makes a Difference
StatePoint It may seem like a small detail, but the way you light your home can have a big impact on the environment and your …
Technology
Booker, Menendez make case for more funds for transportation
By DAVID PORTER NEWARK, N.J. (AP) _ New Jersey’s two U.S. senators renewed the call Friday for long-term funding for rail improvements they said are …
Latest self-driving Google car heading to public streets
By DEE-ANN DURBIN AP Auto Writer MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. (AP) _ The latest version of Google’s self-driving car _ a pod-like two-seater that needs no …
Education
‘We’re not going anywhere’: Millennials march against Trump
By JOHN ROGERS Associated Press LOS ANGELES (AP) – Students left high school classrooms by the thousands, carrying their signs and their chanting voices into …
Virginia Tech president wants to double minority enrollments
BLACKSBURG, Va. (AP) – Virginia Tech President Timothy Sands is calling on the university to double its enrollment of underrepresented minority groups over the next …
Florida: University official sought bribes to admit students
APNewsNow TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) – A former Florida A&M University official is being charged with bribery after he allegedly asked parents to give him money …
Sports
Cavaliers re-sign veteran James Jones
By TOM WITHERS AP Sports Writer CLEVELAND (AP) _ The Cavaliers have re-signed small forward James Jones, who provided leadership and long-range shooting for the …
Steelers celebrate 50th year at St. Vincent College
By DAN SCIFO LATROBE, Pa. (AP) _ The Steelers opened training camp Sunday at St. Vincent College with a special celebration ommemorating their 50th anniversary …
Nelson facing ‘ultimatum’: NFL career or life’s mission?
By DENNIS WASZAK Jr. AP Sports Writer NEW YORK (AP) _ David Nelson is unexpectedly facing a difficult decision. The NFL wide receiver, who’s currently …
