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New Mexico State Police officer fatally shot in apparent ambush attack by driver; he tried to help, police say
A New Mexico State Police officer was fatally shot early Friday when he offered to help the driver of a disabled vehicle, who responded by shooting the officer twice and driving off with his patrol car, authorities said.
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Inside Hollywood’s new effort to curb gun deaths
An elite police tactical officer comes home after an exhausting shift.
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New Jersey: Pennsylvania shooting suspect barricaded with hostages after killing 3, town official says
A man has barricaded himself with several hostages in Trenton, New Jersey, after killing three people in Falls Township, Pennsylvania, Saturday morning, according to local officials.
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In ‘Nolly,’ Helena Bonham Carter shines as TV lioness in winter of her career
A splendid showcase for Helena Bonham Carter, “Nolly” zooms in on a very particular time and character in British history, revolving around the unceremonious firing of Noele Gordon, the star of a popular soap opera. While not the usual corseted stuff for which PBS’ “Masterpiece” is known, the three-part limited series serves as a reminder of how actresses who spoke their minds were often summarily labeled “difficult,” then and now.
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NAR settlement could slash home prices for many Americans
The entire US housing market is about to get remodeled, and the end product could come with a big perk: cheaper home prices.
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Russian border region closes malls/schools; Ukrainian attacks escalate
All schools and colleges in parts of the Russian region of Belgorod will be closed on Monday and Tuesday following an increase in Ukrainian attacks on the territory, the region’s governor has announced.
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Starship’s monumental third flight ends unexpectedly
Each time SpaceX’s Starship system leaps off the launchpad, it unleashes an unmistakable roar over South Texas that heralds the most powerful rocket ever built.
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First-Gen Forward: Dina Tekle is closing gaps in medical research, women in STEM
“Prairie View Produces Productive People” is how the adage goes. Dina Tekle, a senior biology student at Prairie View A&M set to graduate this spring, is redefining it: being a woman in medical research and working to close gaps in knowledge in the understanding of diseases and illness. She is hoping to play a part in eliminating diseases such as metastatic breast cancer, a field she previously focused on in her research. She is now working in biochemistry research.
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Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s family dissents after award in her name given to Elon Musk and Rupert Murdoch
The family of the late liberal Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg wants her name pulled off an award after the foundation in charge of doling it out named SpaceX CEO Elon Musk and conservative media mogul Rupert Murdoch among this year’s recipients.
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Fulton County judge says district attorney Fani Willis can continue to prosecute the 2020 election interference case
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis can stay on and prosecute the Georgia 2020 election interference racketeering case against former President Donald Trump and 14 of his co-defendants, Judge Scott McAfee ruled Friday, but only if she removes the special prosecutor with whom she engaged in a romantic relationship.
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School bus driver accused of driving drunk during morning route
A school bus driver for Westborough Public Schools was arrested on drunken driving charges early Thursday during her morning route, police confirmed.
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Unveiling the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe: A Cultural Fusion with "The Drop" Campaign
Hyundai, in collaboration with Culture Brands, its African American marketing agency, has unleashed a groundbreaking marketing spectacle with the launch of "The Drop" campaign, introducing the world to the highly anticipated 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV. This latest installment in the renowned “OKAY Hyundai” series seamlessly merges the captivating allure of sneaker culture with the spirited, adventure-driven essence of the all-new fifth-generation Santa Fe.
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Nearly 7,000 gift cards found in stolen car in South Carolina, deputies say
Two men were arrested after deputies in South Carolina found nearly 7,000 gift cards in a stolen car.
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Urban South Brewery's Fourth Year Anniversary Celebration
Urban South Brewery Houston is gearing up for a jubilant affair as they prepare to mark their fourth year in the brewing scene. From Friday, April 5 through Sunday, April 7, the HTX Taproom will be abuzz with festivities starting at 11 AM each day, promising a weekend filled with live music, delectable food, engaging activities, and a bustling vendor market.
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Highway Robbery in Alabama
Imagine the neighborhood your family has lived in for more than 150 years being turned into a deteriorating flood zone. Now imagine the flooding was caused by the state. That is what is happening to the people of Elba, Alabama’s historic Black Shiloh community.
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Judge dismisses some Trump Georgia election subversion charges but leaves most of the case intact
The presiding judge in the Georgia criminal case against Donald Trump and his allies has thrown out some of the charges against the former president and several of his co-defendants.
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RFK Jr. has chosen VP nominee who he will announce within two weeks
Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has selected a vice presidential nominee and will announce his decision within the next two weeks, he told CNN on Tuesday.
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US intel chief can’t rule out possibility China uses TikTok to influence 2024 elections
US intelligence officials “cannot rule out” the possibility that the Chinese government will use TikTok to influence the 2024 US elections, Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines told lawmakers on Tuesday.
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PVAMU’s ‘I Love My HBCU’ campaign ignites alumni passion, giving
March is not just another month for Prairie View A&M University; it’s a time to celebrate heritage, pride and the enduring legacy of HBCUs nationwide.
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NAACP, DEI supporters call on Black athletes to avoid colleges in states with anti-DEI laws
Black activists, political leaders and supporters of diversity, equity and inclusion programs are urging Black student athletes to boycott colleges and universities in states that have promoted or passed anti-DEI policies.
