Domestic violence bill heightens victims’ court protection in Florida
By David L. Snelling Fort Lauderdale, Fla. – A proposed bill which grants domestic violence victims court protection after one incident was filed for the …
The East Wing of the White House is gone. Here’s a look at some history made there
The East Wing entrance of the White House decorated for the holiday season, November 26, 2018.PHOTO COURTESY OF WIKIEPDIA Washington (AP) — Betty Ford reportedly …
Health and Wellness
Several hospitalized after smoking synthetic marijuana in DC
WASHINGTON (AP) _ A fire official says several people staying at a District of Columbia homeless shelter have been hospitalized after smoking synthetic marijuana. D.C. …
US job growth in May was fueled by health care, hospitality
By The Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) _ If you want a job, take note. These sectors are on a hiring roll: Health care, business services …
Business
Hackers’ $1 billion bank theft may still impact consumers
By JOSH BOAK WASHINGTON — The hacker gang that looted as much as $1 billion worldwide from banks was unusual: It stole directly from the banks, …
Nebraska bill would close campaign disclosure loophole
By GRANT SCHULTE LINCOLN, Neb. — Politicians who use campaign money illegally could have a harder time hiding their violations under a bill that will go …
Chile: Bachelet’s son resigns from charity amid loan scandal
SANTIAGO, Chile — The son of Chilean President Michelle Bachelet has resigned as head of her charitable foundation following criticism that he and his wife profited …
Education
Lawmakers back education control shifts as session ends
By TOM DAVIES INDIANAPOLIS (AP) _ Republican lawmakers approved a bill that takes away some of Democratic state schools Superintendent Glenda Ritz’s authority over the …
Senate education plan sends $365M more to schools
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) _ The Minnesota Senate has approved bill that would send an extra $365 million to schools. The DFL-controlled Senate’s plan is …
8th graders struggle in US history, civics on national exam
KIMBERLY HEFLING AP Education Writer WASHINGTON (AP) _ Time for another history lesson. Only about a quarter of eighth graders showed solid performance or better …
Sports
Deal with Bosh reportedly keeps Wade in Miami
Dwyane Wade will stay with the Miami Heat, thanks to an agreement the team has reportedly reached with Chris Bosh. ESPN and The Associated Press …
Nationals-Marlins – Two HRs for Zimmerman as Nats win 3rd straight
MIAMI (AP) _ Returning to the Washington Nationals' lineup for the first time in more than a week, Ryan Zimmerman got right back to work.
Marlins outfielder preps for new season
JUPITER — A little Goody’s Powder on the tongue does the trick when Marlins center fielder Cameron Maybin has a headache. Born and raised in …