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Saturday Night Music, March 27, 2010: Stevie Wonder, “Please Don’t Go,” 1974

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Tags: "Fulfillingness First Finale", "Please Don't Go", African Americans, Blacks, College, Creepin', Cross-Dressing, Deniece Williams, Fulfilling His First Finale, LGBT, Love, Michael Sembello, Motown, Record Store, Richard Nixon, Sex, Shirley Brewer, Sophomore, Stevie Wonder, Stevland Morris, Tamla, The Analog Age, The Grammys, The Persuasions, The Seventies, Watergate

New Search for Mitrice Richardson Tomorrow, March 28; Sheriff’s Deputies Plan to Use Search Drone, But Won’t Say Where or When

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Posted in Accidental Death/Death by Misadventure, Black People, Class, Crime-Cops-Injustice, Latice Sutton, Love, Mental Health/Psychology, Mitrice Richardson, Race, Science, Sexuality, The Mainstream Media (MSM), Women
Tags: Bird, Calabasas, Drone, Hollywood, Immersive Visualization Center, Latice Sutton, Los Angeles CA, Los Angeles County, Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, Lt. Michael Rosson, Malibu, Malibu CA, Malibu-Lost Hills Station, Malibu/Lost Hills Sheriff’s Station, March 28, Mitrice Richardson, San Diego State University, Santa Monica, Searches, Simultaneous, Skid Row, South Central, South Central Los Angeles, The Viz Center, Venice, Volunteers

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Plain Talk: Racine open records case is a head-scratcher, but not funny October 15, 2018
A circuit court judge in Racine has ordered court records be kept under wraps and, initially, all hearings be held in secret, on, of all things, an open records suit.
Richard S. Russell: Leah Vukmir should refer to herself as R-ALEC October 15, 2018
Dear Editor: Leah Vukmir currently represents state Senate District 5, and as such her name is frequently cited with “(R-5)” after it. She’s hoping to change that to “(R-WI).” But, if there were truth in advertising, in both cases it…
Planned Breese Stevens Field improvements include rooftop seating, hospitality suites October 15, 2018
The Landmarks Commission will hear an informational presentation on the proposed improvements Monday.
Ann Groves Lloyd: I want to help steer Wisconsin back to our historic traditions October 15, 2018
The Wisconsin I love is facing some serious problems and I want to step up and do something to help our district that has been a wonderful home to my family for five generations.
Rep. Jon Plumer: If re-elected, I'll continue advocating for AD 42's values October 15, 2018
The 42nd Assembly District has a strong history of hard work, family and community, from the farmers spanning the countryside to the small businesses that line our streets. As I go door to door, I have met thousands of dedicated…
Ravens pile up team-record 11 sacks against former coach October 15, 2018
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Baltimore Ravens swarmed around their new defensive coordinator, Don "Wink" Martindale, celebrating after a game that will go down in the record books.
Ravens pile up team-record 11 sacks, shut out Titans 21-0 October 15, 2018
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — The Baltimore Ravens posed for photos on the sideline as the clock ticked down the final seconds, making sure to remember the moment.
NFL Today, Week 6 October 15, 2018
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The New York Times

California Today: California Today: Readers Weigh In on the Dirtiest Block in San Francisco October 9, 2018
Tuesday: Reaction to our article about a dirty block of Hyde Street, a landmark report on climate change, and a study that says your dog isn’t really as smart as you think.
California Candidates for Governor Finally Debate. Here’s What We Learned. October 9, 2018
Gavin Newsom, the Democratic lieutenant governor, and John Cox, a Republican business executive, met on Monday for their only scheduled debate of the campaign.
Hurricane Michael Live Updates: Category 2 Storm Bears Down on Florida Panhandle October 9, 2018
Hurricane Michael is gaining strength as it races toward the Florida Panhandle, threatening to bring ferocious rains, powerful winds and a destructive storm surge.
An Officer Is Guilty of Murder. On Trial Next: A Police ‘Code of Silence’ October 9, 2018
After Jason Van Dyke was convicted in Laquan McDonald’s death, three other police officers will stand trial on charges that they conspired to cover it up.
As Storms Keep Coming, FEMA Spends Billions in ‘Cycle’ of Damage and Repair October 8, 2018
FEMA has paid out billions for disaster recovery efforts. But many projects seem to be undertaken in defiance of climate change, leaving structures nearly as vulnerable as before.
Migrant Children in Search of Justice: A 2-Year-Old’s Day in Immigration Court October 9, 2018
Immigration courts are full of children like Fernanda. A relative brought her to the United States from Honduras, and now her grandparents are trying to get her back.
Cleveland Officer Who Killed Tamir Rice Is Hired by an Ohio Police Department October 8, 2018
Officer Timothy Loehmann fatally shot Tamir, 12, at a park in 2014. The shooting added to national outrage over the killing of unarmed black men and boys by law enforcement.
Life on the Dirtiest Block in San Francisco October 8, 2018
The city’s new mayor has made cleaner streets a top priority. Residents say it will take much more than a broom to do it.

The New Orleans Times-Picayune

Bourbon Street reconstruction cost doubles, start of 2nd half delayed to May 2018 August 23, 2017
Final cost has jumped from original estimate of $6 million to over $13 million.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry expecting their 1st child, palace says October 15, 2018
The prince and the former American actress married in May.
Man shot in Little Woods area, New Orleans police say October 15, 2018
Authorities ask anyone with information to contact Crimestoppers.
Sears files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection ahead of crucial holiday shopping season October 15, 2018
Sears, which started out as a mail order catalog in the 1880s, has been on a slow march toward extinction as it lagged far behind its peers and has incurred massive losses over the years.
16-year-old boy shot in the back near edge of Central City late Sunday: NOPD October 15, 2018
The teen was reported to be in surgery late Sunday.
Donald Trump backs off claim climate change is a hoax, but unsure of source October 15, 2018
Trump discussed climate change in an interview with CBS' '60 Minutes.'
'Above-average' storm activity so far in 2018 hurricane season, expert says October 15, 2018
With about 45 days left in hurricane season, the Atlantic has already seen more than the season's average amount of named storms.
As midterms near, Trump relies on rally after rally October 14, 2018
Trump's aggressive campaign strategy has involved more than two dozen rallies.

The Guardian, UK

Yemen on brink of 'world's worst famine in 100 years' if war continues October 15, 2018
UN warns that famine could overwhelm country in next three months, with 13 million people at risk of starvation Yemen could be facing the worst famine in 100 years if airstrikes by the Saudi-led coalition are not halted, the UN has warned.If war continues, famine could engulf the country in the next three months, with 12 to 13 million civilians at risk of st […]
Turkey granted permission to search Saudi consulate October 15, 2018
Disagreement over terms delays inquiry into Jamal Khashoggi’s disappearanceSaudi Arabia has ended a week-long impasse by agreeing to let Turkish investigators enter its consulate in Istanbul to undertake a full search for Jamal Khashoggi, the Washington Post columnist who disappeared on 2 October.The kingdom agreed in principle on Friday to launch a joint in […]
Brexit talks at impasse over Irish backstop, say No 10 sources October 15, 2018
EU diplomats sceptical over claims of fresh splits on plan for avoiding hard borderWhat is the Brexit backstop?Latest on Brexit talks - live updatesThe Brexit talks have reached a significant impasse over the issue of the Irish border, UK government sources have said, prompting Theresa May to update MPs in the House of Commons on the state of the negotiation […]
Meghan and Harry announce pregnancy with baby due early next year October 15, 2018
Duchess of Sussex, who is on tour in Australia with her husband, is due to give birth next springThe Duke and Duchess of Sussex have announced they are expecting a baby next spring.A statement from Kensington Palace said: “Their Royal Highnesses have appreciated all of the support they have received from people around the world since their wedding in May and […]
German ruling parties try to ride out Bavaria election humiliation October 15, 2018
No resignations despite disastrous result for two of Merkel’s coalition partnersGermany’s ruling parties are attempting to ride out the fallout from a disastrous regional election result in Bavaria, despite calls for members of Angela Merkel’s government to resign over the debacle.The Christian Social Union (CSU), the Bavarian sister party to Merkel’s CDU, h […]
Vincent Kompany's father elected as first black mayor in Belgium October 15, 2018
Footballer describes the election of his father, who came to Belgium as a refugee from the DRC, as historic The father of Vincent Kompany, the captain of Manchester City and a star of the Belgian national football team, has been elected as Belgium’s first black mayor, in what has been described as a “historic” moment for the country.The election of Pierre Ko […]
Indian minister sues alleged victim over #MeToo claims October 15, 2018
Mobashar Jawed Akbar says allegations made against him by 12 women are baselessAn Indian government minister accused of sexual misconduct by at least 12 women has said the claims are “wild and baseless” and filed a defamation lawsuit against one of his alleged victims.Mobashar Jawed Akbar, India’s junior foreign minister, returned from government business in […]
'It'll change back': Trump says climate change not a hoax, but denies lasting impact October 15, 2018
Climate scientists have political agendas, US president says in interview with 60 MinutesDonald Trump has reiterated his doubts about climate change, suggesting that the climate could “change back again,” and that climate scientists are politically motivated.The US president has long questioned man-made global warming. In an interview with CBS programme 60 M […]

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Jamal Khashoggi: Turkey to search Saudi consulate in Istanbul October 15, 2018
Investigators in Istanbul hope to find clues to the fate of missing Saudi writer Jamal Khashoggi.
France weather: Red alert as flash floods kill 13 in south-west October 15, 2018
A red alert has been issued as heavy rainfall damages homes and blocks roads.
Buckethead the bear cub's head freed from jar after three days October 15, 2018
Rangers in Maryland help "Buckethead", three days after it is spotted with a plastic jar on its head.
Hostage held at Cologne main train station October 15, 2018
German police evacuate the main train station as a hostage is reported to be held there.
China star detained for 'anthem insult' October 15, 2018
Yang Kaili, who has millions of followers in China, apologised for not singing the anthem "seriously".
Merkel's Bavaria ally CSU suffers massive losses October 15, 2018
Election results in Germany's biggest state cast new doubt over Angela Merkel's ruling coalition.
Hurricane Michael: Dozens still missing on Florida coast October 15, 2018
The death toll from Hurricane Michael is due to rise as teams search ruined homes in coastal areas.
Syria reopens key crossings with Jordan and Israel-occupied Golan October 15, 2018
The crossings with Jordan and the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights were closed for several years.

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