Former Broward Sheriff Israel named Opa-locka police chief
OPA-LOCKA, Fla.— Former Broward Sheriff Scott Israel, who was removed from his position for the way his deputies handled the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School …
Trump asked about shooting protesters
Heard on All Things Considered, NPR Former Defense Secretary Mark T. Esper said President Donald Trump inquired about shooting protesters amid the unrest that took place …
Can federal lynching law help heal America?
Washington – For three centuries lynching was a standard practice in the cruel treatment of Black men, women, and children in America. Even after slavery, …
‘Jazz Fest’ set to deliver the flavor of New Orleans
By DWIGHT BROWN NNPA News Wire Film Critic You can bet on music’s healing power. New Orleans has played those odds for over 50 years. …
An elegant, kid-friendly dessert for Mother’s Day
Surprise Mom – if you can – with this elegant but kid-friendly dessert for Mother’s Day. This treat, which limits recipes to just six ingredients …
Interfaith Trolley offering tour of religion in America
Chicago (RNS) – In America’s third largest city, it’s possible to get a crash course in the world’s religions in a journey of just a …
Black Baltimore Database preserving digital memories
Baltimore (AP) – Derrick Adams moved to New York from Baltimore nearly 30 years ago because there weren’t many opportunities for him as an artist. …
Obituaries
ROY MIZELL & KURTZ FUNERAL HOME Clinton Randolph Smith, 42, died May 1. Arrangements are pending. Patricia Ann Morris, 75, died May 2. Arrangements are …
Harriet Tubman’s history in Maryland being celebrated
Cambridge, Md. (AP) – Maryland is revisiting the history of Harriet Tubman following Republican Gov. Larry Hogan’s decision to dedicate 2022 to the renowned Underground …
Derek Chauvin appeals murder conviction for killing George Floyd
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) – Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is appealing his conviction for murder in the killing of George Floyd, arguing that jurors were …