Crispy Grilled Chicken with a Kick
(Family Features) Those first school bells may be ringing, but they don’t have to signal the end of grilling season. This Blackened Spatchcock Chicken keeps the meat moist, tender and tasty with crispy skin and a spicy seasoning to keep your summer spirit alive. Visit Culinary.net to find more recipes that keep your grill lit […]
Voting Rights Are Under Assault in the South
By Sunita Sohrabji Aug 8, 2024 Southern states have enacted legislation to significantly suppress the votes of Black and Brown voters. More than one-third of eligible voters in Southern states are not registered to vote because of restrictive laws and rampant voter suppression measures. 10 states in the South have the lowest voter turnout of […]
The Booking
By- A. Govea Once you come for whatever reason, they must confirm who you are. And if you brought in any personal effects they are removed and secured. Presumably, they will be returned to you on your release. Next, they need to ensure that you do not have any life treating medical conditions. And that […]
Manage Hectic Mornings with Quick, Healthy Breakfasts
(Family Features) Getting kids up and out the door is a challenge all on its own, and on those busy school mornings when nothing seems to run smoothly, healthy breakfasts can go by the wayside. While it’s widely recognized as the most important meal of the day, that doesn’t always mean you have time to […]
With Escalating Anti-Immigrant Rhetoric, California Farmworkers Fear the Future
BySelen Ozturk Aug 5, 2024 As the ’24 elections get into full swing, anti-immigrant rhetoric is growing increasingly ugly, with real world consequences for migrant communities. Farmworkers in Tulelake, in rural Northern CA, say anti-immigrant political rhetoric is sewing fear and anger within the community. (Credit: Manuel Ortiz) As this year’s polarized election cycle continues, […]
Jail Anyone?
I like you would say no to this invitation, maybe even Hell NO! Pero about a month ago I attended the Chorizo and Menudo breakfast meeting, and I was invited to visit the jail. To be honest Tarrant County Sheriff Wilburn made the blanket invitation to all in attendance. This was partly in response to […]
The Race is On!
The last few weeks have been like a bad, politically themed novella. First was the ill-fated presidential debate, President Biden vs. President Trump. That night would later prove to be the final nail in President Biden’s Coffin, but not before a horrifying assassination attempt on Donald Trump. How the heck did we get here? Let’s […]
Realizing the American Dream for All Requires Bold Policy Reforms
By Sunita Sohrabji Many American workers are generationally poor, because of their race, gender, immigration status, or choice of occupation. Better policy can create more equitable wages. Income inequality is at an all-time high in the US, but progressive policies that give more leverage to workers could reverse decades of stagnant wage growth, especially for […]
‘These Numbers Are Off the Charts’ — $38 Million Lost to Scams in Mississippi Last Year
ByPeter Schurmann Jul 29, 2024 At a roundtable in Jackson, Mississippi representatives from the FTC connected with local media to discuss the alarming rise in the number and sophistication of scams impacting communities. Juana Mollinada is a volunteer with St. Anne’s Catholic Church in Carthage, Mississippi. Last year she got caught in a scam that […]
FTC Scores Win in Suit Targeting Fraud in the Gig Economy
ByPeter Schurmann Jul 22, 2024 How does making $18 per hour sound working from the comfort of your own home? For those looking for flexible work hours, a stay-at-home parent, for example, it’s a tempting offer. But in a first-of-its kind case, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has highlighted the perils for consumers lured by […]