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
How to eat strong vs. coronavirus
(StatePoint) – In the era of social distancing across the country, you may be doing your grocery shopping with shelf stability in mind. But this …
Study: Black Americans most interested in COVID-19 news
New York (AP) – Black Americans, who have suffered disproportionately from the coronavirus, have shown a more intense interest in news about the pandemic compared …
Business
Even with banks open, Greek firms paralyzed by restrictions
By COSTAS KANTOURIS and DEREK GATOPOULOS Associated Press THESSALONIKI, Greece (AP) _ Panagiotis Papadopoulos, the owner of a Greek company that builds and exports glass …
Uber admits mistake in accepting sex assault suspect
DALLAS (AP) _ Uber says an internal investigation found it mistakenly granted driver status to a man now accused of sexually assaulting a female passenger. …
CenturyLink plans 1,000-job layoff companywide
MONROE, La. (AP) _ CenturyLink, the largest public company headquartered in Louisiana, is eliminating 1,000 jobs companywide. The Times (http://bit.ly/1DCYRp2 ) reports the company had …
Technology
Feeling safe? Try attending Internet security conference
By BRANDON BAILEY AP Technology Writer SAN FRANCISCO (AP) _ A conference of Internet security experts is not for the faint of heart. Hallway chatter …
New FDA-Cleared Device Significantly Advances IV Therapy Safety
(NewsUSA) – While many patients fear needles — especially IVs — a new FDA-cleared device is making for a safer experience. Consider this: approximately 80 …
Education
LeBron James, Akron making college possible for city kids
By TOM WITHERS AP Sports Writer SANDUSKY, Ohio (AP) _ LeBron James is giving kids from Akron _ ones with challenging backgrounds like his _ …
Gas leak evacuates Rowan University apartment building
GLASSBORO, N.J. (AP) _ A Rowan University spokesman says an apartment building on campus is being evacuated Wednesday night after a gas leak was reported. …
A look back in time at Washington’s education lawsuit
SEATTLE (AP) _ The Washington Supreme Court has been involved in state education spending for many years. The 2012 McCleary decision started the newest round …
Sports
Danny Lee wins Greenbrier Classic in 4-man playoff
By JOHN RABY AP Sports Writer WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, W.Va. (AP) _ A week ago at the Travelers Championship, Danny Lee became so disappointed with …
Big moves made, but dealing isn’t done in NBA free agency
By BRIAN MAHONEY AP Basketball Writer LeBron James is available. Marc Gasol, too. That’s two All-NBA first team members from last season still on the …
A win, then a hug: Serena Williams tops Venus at Wimbledon
By HOWARD FENDRICH AP Tennis Writer LONDON (AP) _ Decades ago, when the Williams sisters were kids in California, taking tennis lessons from Dad on …
