Black Archives Celebrates Women’s History Month
The Black Archives History and Research Foundation of South Florida is commemorating the remarkable women whose vision, tenacity, and leadership have shaped our communities and …
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Appeals court ends affordable SAVE Program for 7 million student loan borrowers
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Celebrate “Mother Africa” themed concerts for Jazz Appreciation Month in April at Lincoln Center
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Congress Can Halt the Iran War by Doing Nothing. It Should
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Luxury Affordable Housing coming to City of Miami Gardens
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Houston Native Natalie Greene, Deaf Basketball Standout at Gallaudet, Named United East Rookie of the Year
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The American Diabetes Association Honors Dr. Henry Rodriguez with Federal Advocate of the Year Award
ARLINGTON, Va. — The Federal Advocate of the Year Award from the American Diabetes Association® (ADA) recognizes an individual whose leadership and dedication have significantly advanced …
Health and Wellness
Deportation fears have legal immigrants avoiding health care
PHOTO COURTESY OF WIKIMEDIA By KELLI KENNEDY Associated Press MIAMI (AP) – The number of legal immigrants from Latin American nations who access public health …
Feeling SAD? 6 ways to boost your mood this winter
STOCK PHOTO By NATALIE LAMB Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), often described as the ‘winter blues’, is a type of depression which comes and goes in …
Business
NYC to distribute 200,000 bundles of baby books
NEW YORK (AP) _ New York City is launching a two-year program to distribute 200,000 bundles of baby books. City agencies and the Reach Out …
Yum Brands says KFC, Taco Bell sales improved in 2Q
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) _ Yum Brands said Tuesday that revenue at its KFC and Taco Bell chains improved in the second quarter and said its …
Miss USA sees lowest ratings ever amid Trump controversy
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK (AP) _ Donald Trump found a new home for Miss USA on the little-known Reelz Channel after …
Education
Ivy Tech Corporate College to offer course in truck driving
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (AP) _ Ivy Tech Corporate College has announced a new program in Evansville aimed at getting more truck drivers on the road. The …
Officials say the Ohio DOE threw F grades out of evaluation
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) _ State school board members accused the Ohio Department of Education on Tuesday of breaking the law by throwing online schools’ failing …
300 students to enroll after tumult at Sweet Briar College
SWEET BRIAR, Va. (AP) _ Saved from the brink of closure, Sweet Briar College said Wednesday that nearly 300 students are scheduled to enroll for …
Sports
Cowboys sign top pick Byron Jones for 4 years, $8.6 million
IRVING, Texas (AP) _ The Dallas Cowboys have signed first-round draft pick Byron Jones to an $8.6 million, four-year deal. With the signing of Jones …
Jets could have deep stable of RBs
By BARRY WILNER AP Pro Football Writer FLORHAM PARK, N.J. (AP) _ With all the additions for the New York Jets, from a new coaching …
NCAA approves 30-second shot clock in men’s basketball
By MICHAEL MAROT AP Sports Writer INDIANAPOLIS (AP) _ College basketball is undergoing a major overhaul next season. Men’s teams will use a faster shot …
