NATIONAL NEWS
Minority Businesses Shut Out of Stimulus LoansLoans handed out to struggling small businesses as part of President Barack Obama's stimulus package have largely shut out minority businesses - especially those owned by blacks and Latinos - according to data provided by the federal government's Small Business Administration (SBA). More » |
Economy, Obama inauguration, Health Care: Top stories of 2009The convoluted American economy restoring windfalls to a lucky few while leaving millions jobless and distraught - was the top news story of 2009, followed closely by the inauguration of President Barack Obama, according to U.S. editors and news directors voting in The Associated Press' annual poll. More » |
Kwanzaa promotes unity and faithAfter 43 years, Kwanzaa festivities stay strong in Boston. This Saturday, Dec. 26, hundreds of Bostonians will begin their celebration of Kwanzaa. This 7-day holiday draws upon different African traditions and emphasizes the importance of family and community. More » |
Sotomayor disappointed by 'wise Latina' souvenirsSAN JUAN, Puerto Rico- Sonia Sotomayor said Friday that she is touched by the outpouring of public support as the first Hispanic justice on the U.S. Supreme Court but disappointed with the commercialization of her image and, at times, startled by her own celebrity. More » |
SNCC chronicle is deft history of Civil Rights eraEven after nearly 50 years, the names bear repeating: Franklin McCain, David Richmond, Ezell Blair and Joseph McNeil. More » |
