WWII veteran finally gets heroism honors
Associated Press SAN FRANCISCO — A black Navy veteran credited with saving the lives of some of his shipmates during a World War II battle …
Take that back! Returns are big for the holidays
NEW YORK (AP) — Ah, the warm feelings of the holidays: Comfort and joy. Good cheer. And buyer's remorse. People who rushed to snag discounts …
FAMU board rejects governor on hazing
The Florida A&M University board of trustees firmly rejected a call from Gov. Rick Scott to suspend school president James Ammons pending ongoing investigations into …
Death of Florida A&M drum major ruled homicide
ORLANDO — (AP) A Florida A&M University drum major was severely beaten in a hazing incident and died within an hour, the state medical examiner …
Nigerian Olympic medalist, dies at 42
LAGOS, Nigeria (AP) — The Athletics Federation of Nigeria announced that retired sprinter Sunday Bada, a former Olympic medalist and indoor world champion, has died. …
Gov. Scott pushing lawmakers on insurance issues
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) _ Gov. Rick Scott wants lawmakers to fix a pair of auto and property insurance issues that are costing Floridians hundreds of …
Clean air and water rules spark debate
WASHINGTON (AP) — Large and small companies have told Republican-led congressional committees what the party wants to hear: dire predictions of plant closings and layoffs …
Chamber ‘Ascension Awards’ celebrate ‘Best in Black Business’
WEST PALM BEACH — Community leaders and entrepreneurs were recognized for excellence in the black business community at the 3rd Annual Ascension Awards sponsored by …
FAMU hazing death shadows rich college band tradition
Associated Press ATLANTA — Four Florida A&M University students were expelled for their role in what is believed to be a hazing death of a …
Perry Ad Attacking Obama Backfires
NEW YORK (AP) _ Maybe Rick Perry should have worn a different jacket.The Republican presidential hopeful’s new campaign ad, “Strong,” has become a viral video …