Black History Month explained: Its origins, celebrations and myths
Beginning Feb. 1, schools, museums and communities across the nation will mark the start of Black History Month –- a ...
Wossman High School hosts career fair for students
On Thursday, January 30, 2025, Wossman High School hosted a career fair for its students. The event featured businesses in Ouachita Parish and students visited ...
Super Bowl bettors split on Eagles and Chiefs
LAS VEGAS (AP) — Bettors are split in the early wagering on the Super Bowl. Those who believe in the Eagles are mostly taking them on the money line at a more favorable price than the point spread.
About half of Americans approve of using weight-loss drugs to treat obesity, AP-NORC poll finds
More U.S. adults believe it is a good thing than a bad thing for adults to use weight-loss drugs like Ozempic, Wegovy and other brands if they are struggling with obesity or have a health ...
Expected release of high-profile male hostages sparks excitement and anxiety in Israel
News that three high-profile hostages are expected to be released Saturday, including the father of the youngest captives ...
Robert Santos resigns as US Census Bureau director midway through a 5-year term
Robert Santos, who emphasized inclusivity and outreach to overlooked communities, has resigned as director of the U.S. Census ...
Donations to UNRWA USA have spiked since the start of the war in Gaza
Support has surged for the U.S. nonprofit that raises money for UNRWA, the U.N. agency that serves Palestinian refugees, ...
When RFK Jr. was presented with the science on vaccines he said he needed to see, he dismissed it
The man who hopes to be President Donald Trump’s health secretary repeatedly asked to see “data” or “science” showing vaccines are safe – but when an influential Republican ...
Trump aid freeze disrupts global HIV/AIDS fight
A legacy bipartisan initiative to combat HIV and AIDS in Africa is collateral damage from President Donald Trump’s directive ...
Walgreens suspends dividend, breaking 90-plus year streak of shareholder payouts
Shares of Walgreens dove early Friday, a day after the drugstore chain said it was suspending its dividend, breaking a streak of quarterly shareholder payouts that stretches back more than 90 ...
Congress authorized more flights at Reagan National despite warnings
Wednesday’s crash has resurfaced concerns about the airport’s proximity to the river, narrow landing space and overcrowding. Despite the geographic and logistical challenges, Congress authorized 10 ...
From avocados to autos, Trump tariffs on Canada and Mexico could hit close to home
The 25% tax that President Donald Trump plans to slap on imports from Canada and Mexico as soon as Saturday could drive up the price of everything from gasoline and pickup ...