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Rina Risper15 years ago06 mins

By Jay Bobbin

Tribune Media Services

STARTING THIS WEEK: “WAITING FOR ‘SUPERMAN’ “: Director and co-writer Davis Guggenheim’s acclaimed documentary examines the current state of the U.S. public education system as mirrored by the experiences of five youngsters who have run into hurdles in the pursuit of advancing their learning. The film shows not just what is but what could be, a fact that prompted much conversation about the ideas posed by Guggenheim and his collaborators. John Legend is featured on the soundtrack. DVD extras: three “making-of” documentaries; audio commentary by Guggenheim and producer Lesley Chilcott; deleted scenes; conversation with Guggenheim. **** (PG: AS, P) (Also on Blu-ray)

In My Opinion: A New Egypt Unfolding!

Rina Risper15 years ago015 mins

By Manish Madan

I am sick, I am tired … within the same moment, I am pleased but exasperated seeing a stubborn stand-off of an obstinate and retiring Egyptian leadership with their own people. I am well beyond the comprehension of a thirty-year old man who is unable to find some positive reasons for an octogenarian Hosni Mubarak to cling on to the powers and continue ruling the nation against the will of its populace.

Your Other 8 Hours: Eliminating Poverty: Lesson From Childhood

Rina Risper15 years ago06 mins

By Robert Pagliarini,

Tribune Media Services

Which country has 43.6 million residents in poverty, including one in five children? Bulgaria? Croatia? Thailand? Jordan? Bahamas? No. Each of these countries has a lower poverty rate. Sadly, the mystery country is the United States of America.

News Spotlight: LPD Issues Murder Warrants in the Death of 7- Year-Old

Rina Risper15 years ago01 mins

On July 22, 2010, at about 12:53 p.m., seven (7) year old Amaia Edmund was shot and killed as the result of a home invasion that occurred at 115 Custer Ave. in North Lansing. D’Angelo Davon Jordan and Jerry Brian McKinney have murder warrants issued in the case.

D’Angelo Davon Jordan

Jerry Brian McKinney

News Spotlight: Hot Off The Press! The New Citizens Press Celebrates 10 years!

Rina Risper15 years ago03 mins

LANSING, MI — The New Citizens Press (TNCP) newspaper is celebrating its 10 year anniversary at the Creole Gallery located at 1218 Turner Street on Saturday, February 19. There will be live entertainment and an awards ceremony. Doors open at 6:00 pm for networking and dinner. The entertainment will begin at 7:00 pm.

Urban Housecalls: Winter Weather Safety

Rina Risper15 years ago09 mins

By Karla L. Robinson, MD

With most of the country blanketed in snow and ice, it’s important to make sure you are aware of the top reasons for injury during the winter weather season. Here we will review some of the health risks associated with the snow and ice and provide some tips on practicing winter weather safety.

Winter Weather Safety- Urban Legends

Rina Risper15 years ago04 mins

1. Only the elderly and those with fragile bones need to be concerned about falls in snow and ice. This is untrue. The elderly are certainly at high risk for more serious consequences from falls on snow and ice, but everyone needs to use caution when walking on icy surfaces. Ankle, wrist, and hip fractures, head injuries, and back strains are common injuries from these types of falls and can affect anyone. Be sure to wear proper footwear in the winter.

Interpersonal EDGE: N-Bomb in Workplace

Rina Risper15 years ago05 mins

By Dr. Daneen Skube
Tribune Media Services

Q. I’ve been following the media storm regarding Dr. Laura Schlessinger and the African-American caller. I am an African-American executive and frequently have white colleagues ask me about race. I consider it a compliment that they consider me a credible source of information. How can I let them know they don’t need to walk on eggshells with me?

Retire Smart: Author Describes Our Aging World, And How It Drives U.S.

Rina Risper15 years ago08 mins

By Mark Miller
Tribune Media Services

In 2005, there were 270,000 people over age 100 in the world – a figure the United Nations expects will explode to 2.3 million by 2040 due to gains in nutrition, health and healthcare. By that year, the U.S. Census Bureau expects the proportion of people over age 65 will more than double from 2008 levels, to 14 percent of the world’s population.

News Spotlight: LIBRARY REACTS TO GUN INCIDENTS: ENFORCEMENT OF LIBRARY GUN BAN IS FOR SAFETY OF ALL PATRONS

Rina Risper15 years ago05 mins

Since December 11, 2010, the Downtown Lansing location of the Capital Area District Library has been the site of regular visits by openly armed members of the group Michigan Open Carry (MOC). The MOC members have attempted to openly carry rifles and handguns in CADL’s Downtown Lansing library. “Carrying weapons is in direct violation of CADL’s Code of Conduct and is also causing a great deal of alarm and panic among staff and patrons” according to Lance Werner the Director of CADL. Most recently, a staff member was so terrified that she was unable to work and had to be removed from her shift at a public service desk.