Book Review: What were the secret schools that helped prepare Black people to vote?
“Spell Freedom,” by Elaine Weiss. (One Signal/TNS) By Maren Longbella The Minnesota Star Tribune (TNS) If there were any doubts…
Arts & Entertainment
Entertainment: Wendy Williams ‘can find peace’ at Brock Pierce’s mansion, says former child star
By Alexandra Del Rosario Los Angeles Times (TNS) LOS ANGELES, CA — Wendy Williams has a vocal supporter in former…
The Sustainable Seamstress: Upcycling Fashion with Modern Techniques
Sheila Moore sporting one of her denim creations. Since retiring, she has taught others to enjoy crafting with denim clothing….
Recipe: Everyone loves a rich brownie
Sour cream added to the cream cheese swirl complements the brownies’ sweetness. (America’s Test Kitchen/TCA) By Sarah Mullins America’s Test…
We Remember: Poetry in the City Poet, Drew Ramsey (Lansing) December 15, 1971 — January 27, 2024
Photo by TNCPNEWS Drew Stephan Ramsey was born on December 15, 1971, in Southfield, Michigan into the loving arms of…
Puerto Rico power outage leaves almost entire island in dark
A car navigates through an intersection without stop lights in San Juan, Puerto Rico after a major power outage hit…
For travelers, Puerto Rico is a floating island of desirability
An aerial view of a beach in Puerto Rico, on the east end of San Juan. (Stevengaertner/Dreamstime/TNS) By Lebawit…
Rick Steves’ Europe: Island-hopping through Stockholm’s idyllic archipelago
Stockholm’s archipelago, comprising thousands of glacier-carved islands of all sizes, offers locals and tourists a relaxing getaway right on the…
PART III of III – Genealogical Crossroads: Researching and Embracing a Diverse Heritage
By Philip T. Arnell The best advice to start with is to interview the family’s elders. Some may want…
This easy pork dish goes from stove to table in less than an hour
This delicious dinner has everything you want in a meal after the holidays. By Staff America’s Test Kitchen When you’re…