The first African-American and woman becomes Library of Congress' new chief executive. She's widely praised for promoting technology at libraries in low-income neighborhoods.
On Wednesday, President Barack Obama announced his intent to nominate Dr. Carla Hayden as the Librarian of Congress. If confirmed Dr. Hayden would be the first woman and first African-American to serve in the post, as mentioned in a press release issued by the White House Office of the Press Secretary. President Obama issued a […]
'A Fine Dessert' is the latest children's book to be praised for its "good intentions" while dropping the ball on the truth.
Philip Banks III, the top uniformed official in the New York City Police Department, has resigned as chief of department on the eve of a promotion. In a…
Your local barbershop probably consists of TVs broadcasting ESPN, animated banter on almost any subject and music to match the vibe of the shop. The…
There’s been lots of new things going on at Indianapolis’ public libraries. First, a change to a simpler name “The Indianapolis Public Library”. Next new programs, services and resuming services and hours that had been cut in 2011. Indianapolis Library CEO Jackie Nytes appeared on Afternoons with Amos to talk about the Library’s improvements and […]
