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Black Youth Whipped By Uncle In Famous Video Scene For Gang Talk on Facebook Found Murdered (w/Update)

• December 21, 2011 • 2 Comments

Posted in African American History, Black People, Bullying/Juvenile Crimes, Class, Cultural History, Education, Gang Violence, Murder/Manslaughter, The Mainstream Media (MSM)
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Why The Continuing Law Enforcement Stall on Mitrice Richardson’s Remains? Now The FBI Refuses Again To Get Involved

• February 16, 2011 • Comments Off

Posted in Accidental Death/Death by Misadventure, African American History, American History, Black People, Class, Crime, Crime-Cops-Injustice, Cultural History, Dr. Ronda Hampton, Hate Crimes, Health, Jasmyne Cannick, Journalism and Ethics, Latice Sutton, Mental Health/Psychology, Mitrice Richardson, Murder/Manslaughter, Police Misconduct/Killings, Race, Rape/Sex Crimes, Sexuality, The Mainstream Media (MSM), Women
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BREAKING: Judge Gives Controversial Booking Tape of Mitrice Richardson to Parents

• February 1, 2011 • Comments Off

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Technical Difficulties…and Some Updates on Long Running Stories: Mitrice, Oscar Grant

• November 8, 2010 • Comments Off

Posted in Black People, Fashion, Race, Barack and Michelle Obama, Obama Administration, Who I Am, Women, Television, Education, Love, American Politics, The Rest of the World, The Economy, The Mainstream Media (MSM), Crime, Class, Democrats, Wisconsin, People of Color, American Foreign Policy, South Korea, Mental Health/Psychology, Mitrice Richardson, Accidental Death/Death by Misadventure, India, Latice Sutton, African American History, American History, Weight Gain/Lack/Loss, Cultural History, Islam/Sufism, The Heart, Stroke, National Issues, Indonesia
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Mitrice Richardson: Okay, So Explain It to Me Again; Why Did The L.A. Sheriff’s Deputies Need Her Skull So Badly That They Got “Authorization” to Move Her Body?

• October 26, 2010 • Comments Off

Posted in Accidental Death/Death by Misadventure, African American History, Black People, Class, Crime, Crime-Cops-Injustice, Cultural History, Dr. Ronda Hampton, Hate Crimes, Journalism and Ethics, Latice Sutton, Mental Health/Psychology, Mitrice Richardson, Murder/Manslaughter, Police Misconduct/Killings, Race, Rape/Sex Crimes, Sexuality, The Mainstream Media (MSM), Womanism, Women
Tags: "The Malibu Surfside News", Agoura Hills California, Anne Soble, Assistant Chief Ed Winter, Body, Coroner, Death by Cop, Death by Cops, Decomposition, Guilt, Guilty, Haste, Innocence, L.A. County, L.A. County Coroner's Office, Las Vegas Nevada, Latice Sutton, Law, Lee Baca, Los Angeles County California, Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Lt. Mike Rosson, Malibu, Malibu Agoura-Lost Hills Sheriff's Department, Malibu CA, Michael Richardson, Mitrice Richardson, NCIS, Sheriff, Sheriff Lee Baca, Sheriff's Deputies, Skeleton, Steve Whitmore

REVEALED: L.A. Sheriff’s Deputies Moved Mitrice Richardson’s Body Against Coroner’s Orders

• October 13, 2010 • 3 Comments

Posted in African American History, Black People, Class, Crime, Crime-Cops-Injustice, Cultural History, Dr. Ronda Hampton, Hate Crimes, Journalism and Ethics, Latice Sutton, Mental Health/Psychology, Mitrice Richardson, Murder/Manslaughter, People of Color, Police Misconduct/Killings, Race, Rape/Sex Crimes, Sexuality, The Mainstream Media (MSM), Women
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JPMorgan's Dimon survives shareholder referendum May 21, 2013
Jamie Dimon, the CEO and chairman of JPMorgan Chase, easily survived a vote Tuesday that would have called on him to give up his role as chairman of the nation's largest bank. But shareholders…
In Case You Missed It: Decriminalizing pot and criminalizing milk May 21, 2013
Our daily afternoon roundup of the best stuff on captimes.com and beyond.
Esquire blogger says 'Scott Walker is having a yard sale' May 21, 2013
Charles Pierce took a dim view of the proposal to give the governor more power to sell public assets to private individuals.
Malloy lauds tourism promo at Hartford conference May 21, 2013
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Connecticut's "Still Revolutionary" tourism marketing campaign is succeeding and deserves continued funding, Gov. Dannel P. Malloy said Tuesday.
Young people are driving less, but Wisconsin's highway spending motors on May 21, 2013
Amid big spending on highway projects, Gov. Scott Walker has proposed dramatically reducing spending on bicycle and pedestrian projects.
Malloy speaks at tourism conference in Hartford May 21, 2013
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Gov. Dannel P. Malloy and Senate President Donald E. Williams Jr. are speaking at a Hartford conference on tourism.
Day 1 recap of Vernon Hershberger trial signals an uphill battle for the farmer May 21, 2013
The state succeeded in keeping the focus on licensing issues, barring testimony on the alleged benefits of raw milk.
Dairy Freedom Act is bad farm policy May 21, 2013
The legislation would exacerbate swings in milk prices. It would be bad for both consumers and farmers.

The Chicago Tribune

Guilty plea in fatal stabbing of Bears fan in Fla. May 22, 2013
A Florida man has pleaded guilty to fatally stabbing a Chicago fan who had traveled to Jacksonville to see a game between the Bears and the Jaguars last fall.
Lawsuit against ex-Jesuit priest McGuire settled for $19.6M May 22, 2013
Lawyers for six plaintiffs today announced a $19.6 million settlement of a lawsuit against the Chicago Province of the Society of Jesus involving allegations of sex abuse by now-defrocked Jesuit priest Donald McGuire.
Emanuel praises CTA, but closure of Red Line a political risk May 22, 2013
Mayor says result will be worth the temporary inconvenienceFor some of those affected, the shutdown could serve as their latest frustration with the Emanuel administration, adding to concerns about crime and school closings.
Tornado 'was like a freight train' May 22, 2013
Rescue workers today went building to building in search of victims a day after a massive tornado tore through a suburb of Oklahoma City, killing at least 24 people.
Senate pension plan savings scaled back by half May 22, 2013
Senate President John Cullerton's pension plan wouldn't cut as much as originally estimated, a fact that could boost chances for the rival House legislation.
'Bishop' bomber sentenced to 37 years in prison May 21, 2013
An Iowa machinist known as "The Bishop" for mailing threatening letters and explosive devices to investment firm executives across the country was sentenced today to 37 years in federal prison.
Sen. Kirk backs Commerce nominee Penny Pritzker May 21, 2013
Sen. Mark Kirk, an Illinois Republican, announced today that he will vote in favor of Illinois' Penny Pritzker to lead the Commerce Department.
Chief Keef arrested after hotel security smells marijuana May 21, 2013
South Side rapper Chief Keef was arrested near Atlanta this week for disorderly conduct after hotel security smelled marijuana smoke coming his room.

The New York Times

The Lede: Latest Updates From Oklahoma May 22, 2013
The National Weather Service said on Tuesday that the tornado was a category EF5, the most powerful category of tornado.
Drama as Alarm Sirens Wailed; Time Reveals Lower Death Toll From Tornado May 22, 2013
Officials said it was still too early to say precisely how many people had been killed, but the toll appeared to be significantly less than initially feared.
National Briefing | South: South Carolina: General Faces Adultery Investigation May 22, 2013
The officer, Brig. Gen. Bryan T. Roberts, was suspended from duty Tuesday and is facing allegations of misconduct that include adultery and a physical altercation, Army officials said.
National Briefing | Southwest: Texas: House Votes to Ban Medicaid Expansion May 22, 2013
The Texas House passed a measure on Tuesday that would prevent the state from expanding its Medicaid program as outlined by President Obama’s health care law.
National Briefing | West: Idaho: Uzbek Man Remains in Jail on Terror Charges May 22, 2013
An Uzbek man facing terrorism-related charges in Idaho will remain jailed pending his trial after waiving his right to a detention hearing.
As Obama Pledges Storm Aid, Some in Congress Talk of Budget Cuts May 22, 2013
The devastation in Oklahoma again thrust the president into the role of national comforter, while on Capitol Hill calls for compassion and for spending discipline were heard.
Panel in Senate Sends Immigration Bill to the Floor May 22, 2013
In a bipartisan vote of 13 to 5, the Senate Judiciary Committee approved a broad overhaul of the nation’s immigration laws, setting up a fight expected to last through June.
National Briefing | Mid-Atlantic: Maryland: One Less Charge in Wikileaks Case May 22, 2013
The government on Tuesday dropped one charge against Pfc. Bradley Manning, the confessed source of vast archives of government documents made public through WikiLeaks.

The San Francisco Chronicle

Apple CEO to Senate committee: 'I'm not an unfair person'
Apple CEO to Senate committee: 'I'm not an unfair person' Apple, Inc. chief Tim Cook defended the Cupertino computer giant's use of Irish subsidiaries to avoid paying tens of billions of dollars in U.S. taxes in Senate testimony Tuesday, finding an enthusiastic ally in Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., who said he was "offended" that the e […]
Ray Manzarek, Doors keyboardist, dies
Ray Manzarek, Doors keyboardist, dies Ray Manzarek, the founding member and keyboard player for the Doors whose haunting and sweetly melodic organ riffs loomed large in the psychedelic rock era, died Monday at the RoMed Clinic in Rosenheim, Germany. Formed in 1965, when Mr. Manzarek had a chance encounter with aspiring poet and film student Jim Morrison at V […]
Expert: Replace at-risk Bay Bridge rods
Expert: Replace at-risk Bay Bridge rods Caltrans needs to examine hundreds of at-risk rods on the new eastern span of the Bay Bridge and replace any that are hard enough to be vulnerable to cracking, says an internationally known expert who serves as an adviser to the state agency. John Fisher, 82, an emeritus professor of civil engineering at Lehigh Univers […]
Senators to query Apple on tax shelters
Senators to query Apple on tax shelters Apple CEO Tim Cook is scheduled to appear Tuesday before the Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations to explain why the Cupertino computer giant is avoiding paying billions of dollars in taxes by diverting nearly two-thirds of its pretax revenue through Irish subsidiaries. McCain called the argument by multinat […]
Deadly twister hits Oklahoma, Kansas, Iowa
Deadly twister hits Oklahoma, Kansas, Iowa Associated Press Copyright 2013 Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Updated 10:58 pm, Sunday, May 19, 2013 A tornado that severely damaged a mobile home park southeast of Oklahoma City killed a 79-year-old man whose body was found in an op […]
Israeli-Syrian threats bolster tensions
Israeli-Syrian threats bolster tensions Los Angeles Times Copyright 2013 Los Angeles Times. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Published 8:34 pm, Sunday, May 19, 2013 Fears of an escalation of violence between Israel and Syria grew Sunday with renewed Israeli threats to destroy Syrian weapons cache […]
News of the day From Across the Globe, May 20
News of the day From Across the Globe, May 20 Around 11,000 police officers and soldiers blocked an annual conference Sunday at Tunisia's main religious center by a radical Islamist movement that has been implicated in attacks across the country. The leader of the group, Seifallah Ben Hassine, is wanted for his involvement in a mob attack on the U.S. Em […]
News of the Day From Across the Nation, 05/20
News of the Day From Across the Nation, 05/20 Students at Hofstra University on New York's Long Island wore white ribbons at their graduation ceremony Sunday to honor a fellow student who was accidentally killed by a police officer confronting an armed intruder. A police officer aiming at the would-be robber opened fire, fatally hitting Rebello as well […]

The San Jose Mercury News

Oakland: Thieves break into television news van near Jack London Square May 22, 2013
OAKLAND -- A television news van was broken into Tuesday afternoon near Jack London Square, police said.
Brother-in-law of Santa Clara DA's top aide forced to resign after county finds he doesn't meet minimum qualifications May 22, 2013
Questions were raised about the hiring of Robert Longwell because unlike every other investigator the office has hired, he has never been a full-time police officer.
Silicon Valley startup offers wireless controller that can monitor, disable guns remotely May 22, 2013
A high-tech Capitola startup is wading into the gun control debate with a wireless controller that would allow gun owners to know when their weapon is being moved -- and disable it remotely.
Former 49ers excited for Super Bowl's Bay Area return May 22, 2013
'I'm thrilled,' said former Pro Bowl tight end Brent Jones said. 'And you talk about the perfect culmination. For a new stadium to be awarded Super Bowl L in the greatest area in the country is spectacular.'
Charles Woodson rejoining Raiders on 1-year deal May 22, 2013
Sitting in the passenger seat of a black Suburban inching slowly toward the security gate, Woodson smiled broadly as a crowd of more than 100 fans chanted his name.
San Jose: Brush fire briefly threatens hillside homes near Highway 101 May 22, 2013
A San Jose brush fire near Highway 101 and Yerba Buena Road was briefly considered a threat to homes in the area before being brought under control Tuesday evening, according to fire officials.
Jenny Lin's death remembered with Castro Valley service, candlelight walk May 22, 2013
No arrests have been made in the death of Castro Valley teen, who was killed in her family's home in 1994.
Congressional panel grills CEO Tim Cook on Apple's tax practices May 22, 2013
Apple may face some heightened scrutiny from the IRS but isn't likely to face legal actions as a result, tax law experts said.

The New Orleans Times-Picayune

Effort to allow higher property tax in New Orleans to pay for police, fire departments sails through Louisiana House May 22, 2013
A push to raise the constitutional cap on New Orleans' property tax rates to fund additional fire and police services sailed through the Louisiana House on Tuesday. The bill would lift a restriction in the state Constitution limiting the...
Suspect sought in home burglary near Mother-in-Law Lounge May 22, 2013
New Orleans police are seeking the public's assistance in finding a man in connection with a home burglary Tuesday after surveillance video captured the burglar entering and leaving the residence. This man is being sought by New Orleans police...
Harvey's 4th Street Bridge to get $8 million overhaul, official says May 22, 2013
Nearly a week after mechanical failure shut down the 4th Street Bridge in Harvey, state transportation officials are expected to announce Wednesday an $8 million rehab project for the 38-year-old span. Jefferson Parish Council Chairman Chris Roberts posted the development...
Benjamin Mays Prep families still await Orleans Parish School Board takeover answer May 22, 2013
Families at the Recovery School District charter school Benjamin Mays Prep continue to hope that this school year isn't the last for the Desire-area elementary -- but they got no answers Tuesday from the Orleans Parish School Board, one month...
Plan for New Orleans riverfront projects using Convention Center funding stalls in Louisiana House May 22, 2013
A measure allowing the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center to enter into private partnerships and help finance a massive project on the New Orleans riverfront couldn't muster enough support to pass the House on Tuesday. Rep. Walt Leger, who...
St. Bernard Parish Council discusses new Nunez Community College program May 22, 2013
At a St. Bernard Parish Council meeting on Tuesday, the parish administration and Nunez Community College, along with GNO Inc., announced an initiative to provide local high school students with college-level technical training. The program, financed with $500,000 in parish...
Slidell couple leads cops on high-speed chase after theft of $37 printer May 22, 2013
A Slidell couple accused of stealing a $37 computer printer from Walmart was arrested Tuesday afternoon after leading police on a high-speed vehicle chase and a short foot chase, Slidell Police Detective Daniel Seuzeneau said. Prilla Coslett, 32, and Clint...
Amendment to reduce sugar price support program pits sugar producers against candy manufacturers May 21, 2013
WASHINGTON -- The Senate could vote as early as Wednesday on an amendment that would reduce price supports for sugar production. Sen. Mary Landrieu, D-La., whose state has about 12,000 workers employed by sugar cane farms and sugar refineries, is...

The Guardian, UK

Rafsanjani blocked from running for president May 21, 2013
List of eight candidates allowed to run in race to succeed Mahmoud Ahmadinejad excludes two leading figuresAkbar Hashemi Rafsanjani, the leading opposition-backed candidate in Iran's presidential election, was disqualified on Tuesday from standing in a blow to those hoping for significant change when Mahmoud Ahmadinejad leaves office.Iranian state-run t […]
French historian kills himself at Notre Dame after gay marriage rant May 21, 2013
Far-right essayist Dominique Venner, 78, shoots himself at altar after writing blogpost condemning same-sex marriage law A far-right French historian has killed himself at the altar of Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris after declaring that more radical action was needed in opposition to same-sex marriage in France.Dominique Venner, 78, walked into the building a […]
Nigerian military in heavy fighting with Boko Haram militants May 21, 2013
Army says it has faced fierce resistance in its offensive against Islamist insurgents who are armed with weapons from LibyaNigeria's military has been involved in heavy fighting with Islamist insurgents armed with sophisticated weapons from Libya as it steps up an offensive aimed at flushing out Boko Haram from its north-eastern bases."They have be […]
Dumbass: Ai Weiwei releases heavy metal music video May 22, 2013
Chinese artist says single is a way of venting the trauma he experienced while held in detention by the stateGangnam style it ain't, but one of the most hotly anticipated musical releases of the summer has finally emerged blinking into the glare of international attention: Ai Weiwei's heavy-metal single Dumbass.The Chinese artist and activist portr […]
Ai Weiwei: Dumbass – music video May 22, 2013
Music video for Dumbass, a new heavy metal song by Chinese artist and activist Ai Weiwei
Xbox One: Microsoft reveals new console that 'changes everything' May 22, 2013
First major revamp of Xbox since 2005 integrates TV, internet and gaming in what Microsoft describes as 'rocket-science stuff'Microsoft revealed a new Xbox console on Tuesday that not only integrates TV, internet and gaming, but also will measure your heartbeat and recognise your voice.The company said the Xbox One will revolutionise its users […]
Oklahoma tornado – in pictures May 21, 2013
Photo coverage of the powerful tornado that has torn through the Oklahoma City suburb of MooreJoanna Ruck
Oklahoma rescuers comb wreckage for survivors in wake of savage tornado May 21, 2013
Officials searching through the rubble revise death toll in Moore down from 51 to 24, saying every home has been searched at least onceRescue workers were scaling back their search for survivors amid the devastation wrought by one of the most powerful tornadoes in modern US history on Tuesday.Hundreds of US National Guard, police and medical staff spent the […]

The BBC

US tornado rescue effort nears end May 22, 2013
The rescue effort after the Oklahoma twister that killed 24 people nears an end, as it emerges the storm was more powerful than thought.
US immigration bill passes hurdle May 22, 2013
A sweeping immigration bill that would offer a chance of citizenship to millions living in the US illegally takes a stride forward in Congress.
Notre-Dame suicide a 'political act' May 22, 2013
France's far-right leader Marine Le Pen pays tribute to the man who killed himself in the Notre-Dame de Paris cathedral, saying it was a "political act".
Tax and energy to dominate EU summit May 22, 2013
EU leaders will seek to curb tax evasion, which costs EU states 1tn euros a year, and bring down energy prices to boost competition.
Spanish couple kidnapped in Colombia May 21, 2013
Two Spanish tourists are kidnapped in north-western Colombia while driving to a tourist attraction in La Guajira, near the Venezuelan border.
Apple's Tim Cook defends tax claim May 21, 2013
Apple boss Tim Cook defends its tax strategy at a Senate hearing, after the tech giant is accused of being among America's largest tax avoiders.
Key pair barred from Iran election May 21, 2013
Two prominent figures in Iran, Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani and Esfandiar Rahim Mashaei, are barred from standing in next month's presidential election.
Syria and Israel in exchange of fire May 21, 2013
Israeli and Syrian forces trade fire across the ceasefire line in the Israeli occupied Golan Heights.

The Independent, UK

Oklahoma tornado: ‘Our hearts are broken. This is bigger than anything I’ve ever seen. It’s huge. It’s horrific’ May 21, 2013
They are the lucky ones along Telephone Road close to Main St in Moore, Oklahoma. Their homes are spattered all over as if by a giant muck spreader, but they are still standing, Two more blocks, however, at SW 4th Street, you cross the boundary that divides the spared from the destroyed, the still living from the dead or missing.
Oklahoma tornado latest: Obama pledges support for 'as long as it takes' to rebuild the suburb of Moore May 21, 2013
As the frantic rescue work continued in Moore, President Obama promised that the federal government would get everything needed “right away” to victims of the devastating tornado that struck on Monday afternoon, killing at least 24 people.
Video: Amateur footage captures Oklahoma tornado May 21, 2013
Terrifying amateur footage has captured the monster tornado that ripped through Oklahoma City surburbs, leaving a trail of devastation in its wake.
Oklahoma tornado: The storm was a monster - even for Tornado Alley May 21, 2013
The people of Moore know a twister when they see one. On 3 May 1999, an EF-5 storm tore through the Oklahoma suburb, killing 36 people and injuring 583. So when a dark, spinning cloud appeared in the skies to the southwest on Monday afternoon, they were prepared - or so they thought. The tornado touched down at 2.46pm.
Oklahoma tornado: The people of Moore thought they were prepared for twisters. They were wrong May 21, 2013
The people of Moore know a twister when they see one. On 3 May 1999, an EF-5 storm tore through the Oklahoma suburb, killing 36 people and injuring 583. So when a dark, spinning cloud appeared in the skies to the southwest on Monday afternoon, they were prepared - or so they thought. The tornado touched down at 2.46pm.
Early summit date set for US and China May 21, 2013
China’s new leader, Xi Jinping, will confer with President Barack Obama next month in California, months earlier than expected, as both sides seek to stem a drift in relations troubled by issues from cyber-spying to North Korea.
Oklahoma tornado: Timeline of events May 21, 2013
Video: Oklahoma tornado survivors share their stories May 21, 2013
Survivors of the massive tornado that has wreaked havoc on Oklahoma have shared their experiences.

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