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
Black Americans debate COVID-19 vaccine safety
Miami – No one will argue that 2020 will be a year to remember. Our children and grandchildren will mark 2020 as the year that …
Fitz will watch as ’Fins try to get him to playoffs
Miami (AP) – With one more win by the Miami Dolphins, Ryan Fitzpatrick will be playoff-bound for the first time in his 16-year career. He …
Business
How to Save Money on Mobile Devices this Holiday Season
StatePoint The holiday season is a great time to indulge loved ones or yourself with a mobile device upgrade. However, keep in mind that a …
Get ready FOR THE HOLIDAYS with a budget
Statepoint It’s the holiday season and you know all that it entails, so don’t let the expenses catch you off-guard — from traveling to see …
Why online banking makes financial cents
Statepoint Driven by lower banking fees, better interest rates on savings accounts, round-the-clock convenience and mobile phone usage, more consumers than ever are doing their …
Technology
Samsung announces new push into Internet-connected gadgets
By BRANDON BAILEY AP Technology Writer SAN FRANCISCO (AP) _ Samsung wants to sell the digital brains that will go into billions of “smart” home …
Facebook pushes to improve benefits, pay for contractors
By BARBARA ORTUTAY AP Technology Writer NEW YORK (AP) _ Facebook is pushing for higher pay and improved benefits for the janitors, cooks and other …
Education
Public can see bones from mammoth at University of Michigan
Associated Press ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP) – A year after a farmer’s discovery, the University of Michigan will publicly display bones from a mammoth that …
Ohio school apologizes for Trail of Tears banner
Associated Press HILLSBORO, Ohio (AP) – An Ohio high school Saturday blamed “ignorance” as it apologized for a banner displayed at a prep football game …
How Classrooms are Changing to Better Teach ‘STEAM’ Subjects
StatePoint The U.S. may be short as many as three million high-skilled workers by 2018, according to National Math + Science Initiative predictions. In response, …
Sports
NHL Tampa Bay Lightning name Steve Griggs new CEO
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) _ Steve Griggs is the Tampa Bay Lightning’s new chief executive officer, replacing Tod Leiweke. The Eastern Conference champions announced the move …
Under Armour says Curry shoe boosted 2Q results; shares jump
BALTIMORE (AP) _ Shares of sports apparel maker Under Armour climbed Thursday after the company posted strong second-quarter results, giving an assist to NBA MVP …
Detroit Pistons open performing arts center for training
ROCHESTER HILLS, Mich. (AP) _ The Detroit Pistons are opening a performing arts center to offer training in dance, cheer and gymnastics. The team announced …
