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
Pfizer vaccine moves closer to getting the OK in the US
By LAURAN NEERGAARD and MATTHEW PERRONE WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. regulators Tuesday released their first scientific evaluation of Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine and confirmed it offers …
Historically Black Talladega forges pandemic traditions
Talladega, Ala. – The recent Coronation of Miss Talladega College 20202021 Patria Gatson was unlike any of the college’s previous coronations. “COVID-19 has forced colleges …
Business
FUNdraising Good Times: What is the grant management process at your organization?
Grant funds are a major source of revenue for many nonprofits. Grant awards are heralded with public fanfare. Gaining – or losing – a grant …
FUNdraising Good Times: Nonprofit communication checklist
Sometimes it is necessary for you as a nonprofit leader to personally check how easy or difficult it is to communicate with your organization. When …
Banking initiative provides increased access for low-income families
In an effort to help low-income families transition from high priced financial lenders like pawn shops and payday advance operations to more affordable mainstream banking, …
Technology
Peoria Public Library adds digital movies, music service
PEORIA, Ill. (AP) _ Peoria Public Library patrons have free access to more than 8 million songs and 5,000 movies through a new digital service. …
Challenge accepted: Recycling company takes on K-Cups
By JENNA PIZZI NJ.com TRENTON, N.J. (AP) _ They have become the cigarette butt of the coffee industry_ at least from a recycling perspective. The …
Education
Teacher Charged With Sexual Battery
ST. CLOUD – Authorities say an Osceola County school employee Sara B. Moore, 35, as been charged with multiple counts of sexual battery involving an …
Elizabeth City State chancellor announces resignation
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – Elizabeth City State University Chancellor Stacey Franklin Jones has announced plans to resign from the positon effective Dec. 31. A statement …
Union: Bonus program discriminates against some teachers
TALLAHASSEE – The union that represents Florida’s classroom teachers on Monday filed a complaint with state and federal agencies that contends a new bonus program …
Sports
FIFA vote to be held Feb 26; Blatter defies calls to go now
By GRAHAM DUNBAR and ROB HARRIS AP Sports Writers ZURICH (AP) _ Sepp Blatter will stay in control of world soccer for seven more months …
Innovative roof makes Minnesota stadium lighten up
By DAVE CAMPBELL AP Pro Football Writer MINNEAPOLIS (AP) _ Ethylene-tetra-fluoro-ethylene. It’s not one of quarterback Teddy Bridgewater’s audible calls, nor is it a term …
Mudiay shines for Nuggets in Las Vegas Summer League
By JON KRAWCZYNSKI AP Basketball Writer LAS VEGAS (AP) _ As one of the top basketball prospects of his high school class, Emmanuel Mudiay’s game …
