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By Judykay Jefferson Staff Writer Thomas Sowell, a towering figure in conservative thought, has been a prolific author and commentator on a wide range of topics, including economics, race, and social policy. His work, often characterized by its data-driven approach and unwavering skepticism of government intervention, has resonated with many, yet also stirred significant debate, particularly within the Black community. Born in 1930, Sowell's early life was marked by hardship.

Perdue Foods has recalled 167,171 pounds of frozen chicken nuggets and tenders due to metal wire contamination. The affected products include Perdue Simply Smart Organic Gluten Free Breaded Chicken Breast Nuggets, Perdue Breaded Chicken Breast Tenders, and Butcher Box Organic Free Fully Frozen- Cooked Breast Chicken Nuggets, all with a "best if used by" date of March 25, 2025, and establishment number P-33944. The metal wires were inadvertently introduced during

Reuters - A federal judge in Texas on Tuesday barred a U.S. Federal Trade Commission rule from taking effect that would ban agreements commonly signed by workers not to join their employers' rivals or launch competing businesses. U.S. District Judge Ada Brown in Dallas said the FTC, which enforces federal antitrust laws, does not have the authority to ban practices it deems unfair methods of competition by adopting broad rules.

[caption id="attachment_8510" align="aligncenter" width="640"] Image provided from WRAL News website.[/caption] The state of North Carolina is grappling with a surge of cyclospora parasite illnesses, impacting more than 200 residents across 28 counties. The outbreak, which has been reported by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS), has left health officials scrambling to identify the source of the contamination. Wake County has been the hardest hit, with 125

For more than 20 years, Pamela Baldwin, Ed.D, has enhanced educational institutions by focusing on student success and innovation in the classroom. As the inaugural Vice Chancellor for Strategic Enrollment and Student Success at Fayetteville State University, she is building a clearer path for prospective students to enroll and graduate. Her appointment was effective July 1. "As the University expands and prioritizes enrollment, retention, and graduation rates, this new role

RALEIGH, N.C. - North Carolina will participate in the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) Direct File program for the upcoming tax filing season. Beginning in 2025, eligible North Carolina taxpayers will be able to submit both their state and federal tax returns through Direct File. Direct File is a free, online tax filing tool offered by the IRS. Taxpayers will go to the IRS website and set up a secure account

CHICAGO (AP) - Warning of a difficult fight ahead, former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama on Tuesday called on the nation to embrace Kamala Harris in urgent messages to the Democratic National Convention that were at times both hopeful and ominous. "America, hope is making a comeback," the former first lady declared. She then tore into Republican Donald Trump, a sharp shift from the 2016 convention speech in which

A graduate of Duke University recently took command of U.S. Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command (NMRTC) Sigonella, Italy. Capt. TaRail Vernon, who earned a Doctor of Nursing Practice from Duke in 2015, took over as commanding officer of NMRTC Sigonella, U.S. Naval Hospital (NH) Sigonella, and Branch Clinic Souda Bay and Bahrain during a ceremony in June.  Vernon enlisted in the Navy in 1992 and was selected for the

By Rachel Nania and Suzette Lohmeyer AARP Noah Lyles' name will likely go down in history as the American bronze medal winner of the 200-meter run at the Olympics - who competed with COVID-19. Impressive, absolutely. Controversial, definitely.  Though he says he quarantined as soon as he tested positive, he was around trainers and other athletes when he ran. And fans of all ages filled the stands. His decision made

CHICAGO (AP) - The Democratic National Convention 's first night showcased speeches from the last Democrat to lose to Donald Trump and the last one to beat him. Hillary Clinton spoke hopefully of finally breaking the "glass ceiling" to elect a female president. Joe Biden laced into Trump and directly acknowledged the concerns of protesters against the war in Gaza who demonstrated a few blocks from the convention hall. Here