Democrats Should Lead by Example on Gerrymandering
By Kevin Harris and Richard McDaniel Redistricting has once again pushed the nation to a crossroads, and Virginia Democrats now find themselves at the center …
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US Supreme Court permits California congressional districts that favor Democrats
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Governor Candidate James Fishback Vows to Prosecute Jeffrey Epstein’s Co-Conspirators
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Clintons wil testify to avoid House’s threat of contempt in Jeffrey Epstein probe
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Museum of Graffiti Opens Studios in Wynwood
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68th GRAMMY: Kendrick Lamar wins most awards, Bad Bunny wins Album of the Year
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Saks Global Company winds down majority of off-price operations
NEW YORK – Saks Global Enterprises LLC a leading luxury retail company, today announced strategic actions to wind down the majority of its off-price operations, …
Health and Wellness
I write “Good” don’t I Mr. Beatty
On October 30. 2014 this paper published my first column, “Your Pet and Ebola.” It was written to inform how pets fit into the Ebola …
Aramark revising menus to cut fat, boost produce, grains
PHILADELPHIA (AP) _ The food services giant Aramark is pledging to create healthier recipes for the 2 billion meals it serves each year in schools, …
Business
Kansas City reaches deal to create ‘Smart City’ network
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) _ Kansas City and two companies have reached an agreement to create a $15.7 million set of high-tech services along the …
Young entrepreneurs participating in Detroit’s Lemonade Day
DETROIT (AP) _ Thousands of young entrepreneurs will open lemonade stands this weekend in southeastern Michigan. Organizers say Lemonade Day, which comes to the Detroit …
La-Z-Boy marks opening of global headquarters in Michigan
MONROE, Mich. (AP) _ Furniture maker La-Z-Boy Inc. has opened its new global headquarters in southeastern Michigan. The Monroe-based company marked the opening Friday of …
Education
Parents of NAACP leader say she lied about her race
By NICHOLAS K. GERANIOS Associated Press SPOKANE, Wash. (AP) _ Rachel Dolezal leads the Spokane chapter of the NAACP, teaches African studies to college students …
University of Minnesota approves new research ethics plan
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) _ The Board of Regents at the University of Minnesota endorsed a new research ethics plan Friday that’s designed to guard against conflicts …
CWS fans encouraged to text stadium staff if they need help
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) _ Fans at the College World Series are encouraged to text guest services staff at TD Ameritrade Park if they encounter problems …
Sports
IOC chief: Small nations like New Zealand could host games
AUCKLAND, New Zealand (AP) _ International Olympic Committee president Thomas Bach says there’s no reason a small nation such as New Zealand shouldn’t aspire to …
Spurs facing most uncertain future ever under Popovich
By RAUL DOMINGUEZ SAN ANTONIO (AP) _ The San Antonio Spurs are facing their most uncertain future ever under longtime coach Gregg Popovich. The team …
LeBron lifts media blackout to call Chris Paul
By TOM WITHERS AP Sports Writer INDEPENDENCE, Ohio (AP) _ LeBron James lifted his personal media boycott during the playoffs to phone a friend. Cleveland’s …
