Book reveals tensions between Michele and Obama staff
WASHINGTON (AP) — First lady Michelle Obama is a behind-the-scenes force in the White House whose opinions on policy and politics drew her into conflict …
A nation paying tribute ‘ML’
When a gunman, on April 4, 1968, shot and killed the man affectionately known as “ML” by friends and close associates, he cut short the …
High school kids getting chance to obtain college degree
FORT LAUDERDALE — Broward County high school students interested in also pursuing a college degree will again have a chance to do so through The …
Family sues company over hazing
ORLANDO — The parents of a Florida A&M band member who died after a hazing ritual last November said they will sue the company that …
Labor official to speak at OIC graduation
FORT LAUDERDALE — Jane Oates, assistant labor secretary for Employment and Training in the Obama administration, will give the commencement address at the graduation ceremony …
United Nations accuses Haiti police of using excessive force
PORT-AU-PRINCE —Haitian National Police forces have used illegal excessive force against prisoners and it may have been such abuse that led to the deaths of …
Obama’s domestic policy chief leaves
WASHINGTON — Melody Barnes is leaving as White House chief domestic policy adviser at a time when President Barack Obama’s administration is getting little notice …
Carter’s advice to Obama: Don’t alienate voters
ATLANTA (AP) _ Former President Jimmy Carter has some advice for Barack Obama as he gears up for the 2012 election: Don’t alienate voters with …
Obama signs defense bill despite ‘reservations’
HONOLULU (AP) _ President Barack Obama signed a wide-ranging defense bill into law Saturday despite having “serious reservations” about provisions that regulate the detention, interrogation …
New York rights group pushes access for disabled
Associated Press KINGSTON — A human rights group called on Jamaica to take fast action to ensure that disabled voters across the island can cast …