Walmart has a new way to turn college grads into store managers
Walmart is creating a new program to fast-track recent college graduates into store manager positions — salaried roles that pay upwards of $200,000 a year.
Local small business asks community for help amid theft
A local small business is seeking help from the community to find two individuals that stole one of the most valuable items from their store. On Saturday afternoon, the thieves performed a 'grab and dash' at Fantasy Games in South Bend, taking with them a valuable collection of vintage Pokemon cards. The theft was all caught on surveillance video.
Four deadly shootings across Michiana this weekend are among many across the US
Since Thursday at least four people have died in shootings across Michiana, and so far no suspects have been found. First on Thursday night, a man was shot and killed in South Bend. Hours later in Niles, a 14-year-old boy was shot and later died. And then, Saturday two more people were shot and killed in South Bend.
Over 100 firefighters battle major emergency brush fire in Porter Ranch
Over 100 firefighters battled a major emergency brush fire in the Porter Ranch area on Sunday. The fire broke out shortly before 3:30 p.m. in the 11200 block of Porter Ranch Drive. As many as seven acres of grass were scorched south of the 118 Freeway, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department. The blaze was 75% contained as of Sunday evening.
What we know about Buffalo supermarket shooting suspect Payton Gendron
The 18-year-old man who allegedly shot and killed 10 people in Buffalo Saturday afternoon was motivated by hate, authorities said, targeting a supermarket in the heart of a predominantly Black community.
Biden approves plan to redeploy US troops to Somalia
President Joe Biden has approved a request by the Pentagon to redeploy US troops to Somalia in an effort to counter the terrorist group al-Shabaab, a senior administration official said on Monday.
OP-Ed: Brown v Board of Education: When the Supreme Court Rejected a Racist System
The U.S. Supreme Court wasn’t always a threat to civil rights. Almost 70 years ago this month, the Court issued its ruling in Brown v. Board of Education, one of the most important in our history. It was unanimous. And it was a glorious moment. Our highest court affirmed the constitutional promise of equality.
Around The Bases: Astros Takes Series From The Washington Nationals
No problem. Houston sent former two-time Cy Young Award winner Justin Verlander to the mound to put everything back in order. He pitched five scoreless innings allowing only two hits in his final inning of work as the Astros got back on the winning track by defeating Washington 8-0.
Captivating and Exciting: South Seas Island Resort Awaits your Arrival
SOUTHERN HOSPITALITY AND EXCLUSIVITY is calling your name at South Seas Island Resort. With exclusive white-sand beaches renowned for its world-class shelling, South Seas is the perfect getaway for friends, family or romance.
Princeton partners with PVAMU, UNCF, other HBCUs to expand research, innovation
New Princeton Alliance for Collaborative Research and Innovation announces five partner institutions
Princeton University is partnering with UNCF (United Negro College Fund) and five historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) to launch a groundbreaking program designed to enable research collaborations between Princeton faculty and their peers at HBCUs.
Oklahoma Enacts AFW-Supported Law to Block Anti-American Energy Extremists from State Deals
To ensure Oklahoma continues to lead the Nation in energy production, Governor Stitt signed the America First Works-supported Energy Discrimination Elimination Act (HB2034) into law this week. This new law, which will take effect on November 1, 2022, protects Oklahoma from engaging in deals with corporations that boycott oil and gas production.
"Sneakerella" Movie Premieres Today On Disney+
"SNEAKERELLA" MOVIE PREMIERES TODAY ON DISNEY+
Disney+ original movie “Sneakerella,” premieres today on the streaming service. From the studio behind the mega-hit “Descendants,” “High School Musical,” and “ZOMBIES” franchises, this pop/hip-hop musical is set in the vibrant street-sneaker subculture of New York City and puts a contemporary twist on the “Cinderella” fairy tale.
Lexus LC 500 Named Performance Vehicle of Texas
Texas Auto Writers Association Recognize 2022 Lexus LC 500, 2022 Lexus NX 450h+, and 2022 Toyota GR Supra 3.0 at 2022 Texas Auto Roundup
The 2022 Lexus LC 500 was named the Performance Vehicle of Texas by the Texas Auto Writers Association’s (TAWA) at the 2022 Texas Auto Roundup held recently in Fort Worth, Texas. The LC 500 also won the highest mark in the luxury car category and was recognized for best exterior at the signature spring driving event. The 2022 Lexus NX 450h+ won the highest mark in the Luxury CUV category and the 2022 Toyota GR Supra 3.0 in the Performance Coupe category.
Canceled TV shows: 'Magnum P.I,' 'Queens,' 'Keenan,' and other network series that won't be returning
It's that time of the year again when TV networks announce new and renewed shows. But it's also when they announce the series that have been canceled. Here are some of the shows by network that have been axed or are ending:
GOP looks to marginalize Cawthorn if he wins Tuesday primary
Republicans are publicly and privately rooting for Rep. Madison Cawthorn to lose his North Carolina primary race on Tuesday. But they're also preparing for an alternate scenario: how to deal with the embattled freshman if he returns to Congress after becoming a party pariah.
US defense secretary speaks with Russian counterpart for first time since Russia invaded Ukraine
US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin spoke with his Russian counterpart for the first time since the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the Pentagon announced on Friday.
Fred Ward, 'The Right Stuff' and 'Short Cuts' actor, dead at 79
Fred Ward, a veteran character actor in film and television, has died, according to his publicist Ron Hofmann.
Brittney Griner's pretrial detention in Russia has been extended by a month, Russian state news reports
A Russian court has extended the pretrial detention of US basketball star Brittney Griner -- held since February on accusations of drug smuggling -- for another month, Russian state news agency TASS reported Friday.
Ann Johnson – The Sankofa Project Curated By Tierney Malone
Main Street Windows • Through May 14th
Derived from the Ghanian word “Sankofa,” meaning “one must acknowledge the past to move forward,” The Sankofa Project is a multi-year curatorial project examining the historical events leading up to our current moment of social unrest and racial reckoning. Artwork curated by Malone will be presented on Lawndale’s east-facing windows off Main Street and accompanied by programming to inspire dialogue within our community.
The Battle for Legalization Is Heating Up!
As we inch closer to the summer months, the battle to legalize marijuana in more states this year is truly heating up. Not only is it probable that there will be more federal hearings on marijuana-related legislation, but states across this country will be voting on legalization and medical marijuana ballot measures this fall.
