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
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 …
