22May2013
Today's Headlines
Today's Headlines
Aretha Franklin Taking June Off, Postponing Shows
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Aretha Franklin is taking off the month of June.
A spokesman for the 71-year-old singer says Franklin will reschedule two sho...
National News
National News
Bill Clinton Voices Support for Gay Marriage in Illinois
Former President Bill Clinton on Tuesday threw his weight behind legislation to legalize same-sex marriage in Illinois, calling on the state House to approve the stalled bill.
Pointing to "the days of Abraham Li...
Blog Talk
Sweet wine phenomena
Elbert Hatley
In certain circles, I have often received countless inquiries about sweet wines: “What would you recommend that is sweet?” There are a plethora of options to consider beyond Moscato or White Zinfandel. For starters, I always lean away from what...
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Ex-Haitian leader criticizes gov't over poverty
Former Haitian President Jean-Bertrand Aristide, right, greets supporters o...
FOCUS
Felony disenfranchisement is Jim Crow era holdover
Last week, the Delaware State legislature approved a constitutional amendme...
VIEWS
Consumer power has no age limit
I believe our future is in good hands, despite what recent news headlines w...
HEALTH
Aretha Franklin Taking June Off, Postponing Shows
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Aretha Franklin is taking off the month of June.
A...
BUSINESS
Internet sales tax bill faces tough sell in House
(AP Photo/Paul Sakuma)
WASHINGTON — Traditional retailers and cash-strapped ...
ENTERTAINMENT
Chief Keef Arrested on Weed Possession Charge
Chief Keef was arrested near Atlanta this week for disorderly conduct after...
CULTURE
Texas Southern University Choir and Orchestra in a special Mother’s Day concert
Texas Southern University Choir and Orchestra
Rev. Krista Alston and Pleasan...
FAITH
Louis Farrakhan plans to visit Detroit next week
Min. Louis Farrakhan
DETROIT — Nation of Islam leader Louis Farrakhan plans ...
SPORTS
Opinion: Chicago Bulls: Time to Make Tough Decisions
COMMENTARY | The Miami Heat eliminated the Chicago Bullsfrom the playoffs f...
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