By JIM VERTUNO Associated PressLongtime U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee of Texas, who helped lead federal efforts to protect women from domestic violence and recognize Juneteenth as a national holiday, has died. She was 74.Lillie Conley, her chief of staff, confirmed Friday night that Jackson...
I hope you have all been enjoying the summer weather this week. Just a reminder that should you need help finding a cooling center near you, my office is ready and happy to assist.We’ve had a busy schedule here in the Senate as we approach...
By Chief Joel F. Shults, Ed.D Although not officially, scientifically proven I am convinced that a good part of the current anti-police sentiment in some sectors of the population comes from the indoctrination of the public in the mythology of lethal encounters portrayed in fictional media....
Dear Annie: As someone from the millennial generation, I struggled a lot with unemployment. In fact, sometimes it seemed like my college degree kept me from even the most basic job opportunities. So, I was really happy when someone gave me a chance.Data entry was...
Imagine yourself lying on a blanket in the sand, a sea breeze blowing, the warmth of the sun on your skin, your eyes closed as you listen to the sound of the waves breaking on the shore as you drift off to sleep. Paradoxically, doing...
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Dear Eric: My brother is always struggling financially. Because I am between jobs, instead of turning to me, as he has in the past, he recently turned to our sister, who is very well off. We never get the money back when he asks. I...
WESTFIELD – The Westfield Babe Ruth 13-Year-Old All-Stars had the right mix of ingredients (speed, timely hitting, a pair of strong arms) for an 8-2 win over St. Johnsbury (Vermont) on opening night of the Northeast Regionals Friday night at Bullens Field.Westfield starting pitcher Jaylen...
Are you tonight’s lucky winner? Grab your tickets and check your numbers. The Mega Millions lottery jackpot continues to rise after someone won the $560 million prize on June 4.Here are the winning numbers in Friday’s drawing:10-17-23-50-67; Mega Ball: 3; Megaplier: 3XThe estimated jackpot for...
ALLENTOWN – A seven-run ninth inning catapulted the Worcester Red Sox (10-8)/(45-48) to a significant 14-3 win over the Lehigh Valley IronPigs (12-7)/(46-46) on Friday night in the teams’ first game back from the MLB All-Star break.With the win, the WooSox are now 8-2 against...
