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Under the leadership of publisher H. Brandt Ayers, <em>The Anniston Star</em> was judged to be one of the country's best by <em>Time</em> magazine and the <em>Columbia Journalism Review</em>.

Small Paper Uses Profits to Train New Reporters

At many newspapers, the top priority these days is how best to prop up revenues. But the family that owns The Anniston Star in Alabama is quietly planning to devote the paper's profits to training new generations of reporters.

Adam Carolla (left) seen here with Jimmy Kimmel during the <em>Adam Carolla Podcast,</em> has made a successful transition from radio.

Adam Carolla Puts Punch Lines Into Podcasts

Adam Carolla, who has successfully made the transition from radio to podcasting, says his popular CarCast podcast was inspired by public radio's Car Talk, only his show is funnier. Carolla has two podcasts in the iTunes Top 10.

Letters: Wedding Dresses, 'Shawshank Redemption'

Last week's story about the wedding dress industry — and the fact that many brides-to-be are still willing to pay top dollar despite the bad economy — reminded one listener of shopping for her special day. Listeners also responded to the story about the town where Shawshank Redemption was filmed.

District Judge Resigns Over Use Of Racist Slur And Affair With Parish Chief Deputy

Judge Jessie LeBlanc of the 23rd Judicial District announced her resignation Thursday after a groundswell of public criticism over her admitted use of a...

California Gov. Gavin Newsom stops at IBEW Local 6 union hall in San Francisco on Sept. 14, 2021, to speak with union workers and volunteers.

Democrat Gavin Newsom to face Republican Brian Dahle in California race for governor

After swiftly grabbing the top spot in the "top two" primary on Tuesday, California Gov. Gavin Newsom is favored to win reelection in November over Republican state Sen. Brian Dahle.

Newly elected Premier Li Qiang, left, shakes hands with Chinese President Xi Jinping during a session of China's National People's Congress in Beijing on Saturday.

China names Xi Jinping ally Li Qiang as premier

Li Qiang, a close confidant of top leader Xi Jinping, will nominally be in charge of the world's second-largest economy now facing some of its worst prospects in years.

A screenshot from a video by a Cedar Point rider shows the view at the moment the Magnum XL-200 begins a 200-foot plunge. Passengers of the ride were evacuated near this point on Tuesday after the roller coaster faced a mechanical issue.

Roller coaster riders rescued from 205-foot drop amid mechanical issues

The Magnum XL-200 at Ohio's Cedar Point amusement park promises high speeds and fast turns. Thrill-seekers got a little extra excitement when the ride stopped at the top of its signature plunge.

Why Malta Is In Turmoil Over The Unsolved Murder Of A Journalist

The prime minister of Malta is resigning next month after nearly two weeks of protests over his top aide's alleged complicity in the 2017 murder of a prominent journalist.

New Orleans City Councilwoman Helena Moreno is running for mayor. She announced her campaign Wednesday in a 3-minute video posted online.

Helena Moreno launches campaign to be New Orleans' next mayor

“We need to get back to the basics,” Helena Moreno said in a video shared on Facebook. “I believe we need a leader who’s there 24/7, someone who’s ready to roll up their sleeves and get things done. It’s time to make the people of New Orleans the top priority once again.”

Catholic Cardinal in Ghana says homosexuality should not be a criminal offense

A new measure being debated in Ghana that targets LGBTQ+ people is receiving surprising pushback from the country's top Catholic cardinal.

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