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The Ancestors Welcome Bobby Smith, 76, Lead Singer of The Spinners

• March 18, 2013 • Comments Off

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Little Aiyana Jones is Buried as Hundreds Attend, Mourn

• May 22, 2010 • 3 Comments

Posted in Accidental Death/Death by Misadventure, African American History, Black People, Class, Crime, Crime-Cops-Injustice, Cultural History, Democrats, Drug Culture/Industry, Gang Violence, Love, Mental Health/Psychology, People of Color, Protestant Denominations, Race, The Mainstream Media (MSM)
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The Madison WI Capitol Times

Lame-duck voting laws violate 2016 court order, federal judge rules January 17, 2019
U.S. District Judge James Peterson said that parts of the lame duck legislation passed by the Legislature in December and signed by Gov. Scott Walker violate a court order he issued in 2016.
Bruce Beck: Sen. Ron Johnson needs to hear from you on carbon act January 17, 2019
Dear Editor: The Energy Innovation & Carbon Dividend Act recently introduced in the House and Senate would assess a fee on fossil fuels entering the marketplace and distribute that revenue to households in equal monthly dividends.
Madison School Board candidate Ananda Mirilli tops fundraising numbers as first campaign filing deadline passes January 17, 2019
The next campaign finance reporting deadline is Feb. 11.
Bingeworthy: Noomi Rapace gets in our face with Netflix action thriller 'Close' January 17, 2019
It’s not perfect, but it gives Rapace the kind of showcase she deserves, and it’s a rare action film led by women both in front of and behind the camera.
Richard Rieselbach: Look to community health centers to assist in veterans' care January 17, 2019
As it stands now, the VA Mission Act of 2018 could undermine our excellent government health care facilities for veterans. Using our nationwide system of community health centers to help serve veterans should be evaluated as an alternative to outsourcing…
Lee Van Landuyt: Trump has characteristics of a dictator January 17, 2019
Dear Editor: In the Feb. 5, 2017 issue of Psychology Today, Mark Van Vugt, Ph.D., wrote an article entitled “7 Steps to Becoming a Dictator.” What follows is a summary.
Tony Evers, Republican lawmakers both want middle-class tax cut, disagree on how to fund it January 17, 2019
Assembly Republicans are proposing a 10 percent income tax cut for middle-class Wisconsinites in what they say is an effort to help Democratic Gov. Tony Evers deliver on one of his campaign promises — but Evers isn't jumping on board.
E.J. Dionne Jr.: Bill Barr and the art of the smokescreen January 17, 2019
Any senator who votes to confirm William Barr in the hope that he'll fight back against Trump's abuses is choosing to ignore the many red flags Barr waved before us amidst all the smoke.

The New York Times

Family Separation May Have Hit Thousands More Migrant Children Than Reported January 17, 2019
The government has said that about 2,700 migrant children were separated from their families at the border last year. But the removals may have involved thousands more.
3 Officers Acquitted of Covering Up for Colleague in Laquan McDonald Killing January 18, 2019
Along with the three officers, the broad concept of a police “code of silence” was on trial in Chicago.
At Los Angeles Teachers’ Strike, a Rallying Cry: More Funding, Fewer Charters January 18, 2019
The teachers’ union is highlighting what it sees as the growing problem of charter schools, saying that they siphon off students and money from traditional public schools.
Thousands of Furloughed Federal Workers File for Unemployment Benefits January 17, 2019
With no pay coming in and no end in sight, growing numbers of federal employees are overcoming their reluctance and filing claims for state aid to make ends meet.
Michigan State Names New Interim President After Backlash Forces Engler to Resign January 17, 2019
Mr. Udpa, a top university administrator, is replacing Mr. Engler, who remarked that some victims of Larry Nassar, the former gymnastics doctor, appeared to be enjoying “the spotlight.”
‘How Could We Not Know?’ Kidnapping Suspect Hid in Plain Sight January 17, 2019
Jake Patterson, accused of abducting Jayme Closs and killing her parents, managed to elude notice around the small town of Gordon.
Before Harts Plunged Off a Cliff, Strain Dogged Family January 17, 2019
Investigative reports detail increasing pressure felt by Jennifer and Sarah Hart, who had adopted six children. At signs of trouble, they would close ranks and flee.
Interim President of Michigan State Will Resign After Nassar Remarks January 17, 2019
Pressure mounted on John Engler to step down after he was quoted saying that some of Lawrence Nassar’s victims were enjoying “the spotlight.”

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.
Should William Barr recuse himself from the Mueller investigation? January 16, 2019
William Barr has accepted President Trump's nomination to replace Jeff Sessions as Attorney General.
Powerball numbers: 1 winning ticket sold for Wednesday's $294 million lottery jackpot December 27, 2018
These are the winning numbers in the Powerball lottery drawing Wednesday.
Is the new method of male birth control the ultimate symbol of male privilege? December 24, 2018
Under a new trial, men will massage a gel into their shoulders after they shower.
Powerball numbers: Are you the lucky winner of Saturday's $281 million lottery jackpot? December 23, 2018
These are the winning numbers in the Powerball lottery drawing Saturday.
Is the judicial system too political? December 20, 2018
In the last few years, the public has become more and more aware of political bias within the court system
Would you work for someone you think is a bad person? December 20, 2018
Several members of the Trump administration have been harsh critics of the president before taking a job working for him.
Would you support a Green New Deal? December 18, 2018
Proponents of the Green New Deal say that in order to save the planet, we need to drastically reframe our economy. Opponents worry about the cost on jobs.

The Guardian, UK

Corbyn could face string of resignations if he backs 'people's vote' January 17, 2019
A number of Labour frontbenchers say they would consider their positions if leader backed ideaJeremy Corbyn could face up to a dozen resignations from the Labour frontbench if the party backs a second referendum as a way out of the Brexit crisis.A string of junior shadow ministers have told the Guardian they are strongly opposed to the idea of a second refer […]
‘Example to the world': Sri Lanka president plans to copy Duterte's war on drugs January 18, 2019
President Maithripala Sirisena praises Philippines over policy that has led to thousands of extrajudicial killingsSri Lanka’s president has praised his Philippines counterpart Rodrigo Duterte’s brutal war on drugs, which has taken thousands of lives, calling it an “example to the world”.In a speech during a visit to the Philippines this week, Maithripala Sir […]
Vote 'Dildo for Indonesia': rivals for president find young voters hard to please January 18, 2019
As elections loom, millennials tired of leaders who do not represent them find happiness in spoof social media personalities With their moustaches, traditional headwear and big campaign promises, Nurhadi and Aldo resemble almost any other politician. But, as Indonesia heads towards a presidential election, looks can be deceiving.The two presidential candidat […]
African Union calls on DRC to delay election announcement January 17, 2019
Bloc has ‘serious doubts’ over vote, for which declared runner up has called a recountThe African Union has issued a surprise last-minute demand for the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s government to suspend the announcement of final results of the deeply disputed presidential election.DRC’s constitutional court is poised to rule as early as Friday on a ch […]
Victim-blaming outcry as Japan pop star says sorry after alleged assault by fans January 18, 2019
Band manager criticised for silence after Maho Yamaguchi, a singer with NGT48, said she was attacked at her homeJapan’s harsh treatment of its female celebrities has again come under scrutiny following outcry over the music industry’s handling of an alleged assault on a member of a popular girl band.Social media users and TV commentators have joined the barr […]
North Korean envoy may meet Trump to discuss second summit January 18, 2019
Kim Yong-chol visit could clear way for further denuclearisation talksNorth Korea’s lead negotiator in nuclear diplomacy with the US is expected to hold talks with the secretary of state, Mike Pompeo, and could also meet President Donald Trump on Friday during a visit aimed at clearing the way for a second US-North Korea summit.Kim Yong-chol arrived in Washi […]
Australia heatwave: overnight minimum of 35.9C in Noona sets new record January 18, 2019
On fifth day of record-breaking extreme weather, temperatures in parts of Victoria, ACT and NSW forecast to soar above 40C, including in Sydney’s westExtreme temperatures are persisting – and even peaking – in Victoria and New South Wales on the fifth day of Australia’s extraordinary, record-breaking heatwave with Noona in western NSW recording a minimum tem […]
Trump intensifies feud with Pelosi by calling off her trip abroad January 18, 2019
President denied speaker the use of a military aircraft to visit US troops day after she suggested he postpone State of the UnionFollow the latest in US politics news – liveDonald Trump has dramatically escalated his feud with House speaker Nancy Pelosi amid the US government shutdown by canceling her previously undisclosed trip abroad and denying her the us […]

The BBC

Australia swelters through record-breaking heatwave January 18, 2019
The country has just experienced five of its 10 warmest days on record, meteorologists say.
Buzzfeed report that Trump 'instructed Cohen to lie' sparks outcry January 18, 2019
Democrats say they will investigate a report that Mr Trump instructed his ex-lawyer to lie to Congress.
African Union urges DR Congo to delay final election results January 18, 2019
The AU is calling for final results to be suspended because of concerns over irregularities.
Tesla to cut more than 3,000 jobs as cars 'too expensive' January 18, 2019
The electric carmaker says it will cut more than 3,000 jobs because profitability is still too low.
Aiia Maasarwe: Arrest over killing of Israeli student in Melbourne January 18, 2019
Israeli student Aiia Maasarwe was attacked while on the phone to her sister, police say.
Sudan protests: Doctor and teen 'shot dead' during clashes January 18, 2019
Government forces allegedly fired directly at demonstrators demanding the president's resignation.
Trump cancels Nancy Pelosi foreign trip citing shutdown January 17, 2019
Members of Congress who were due to join the trip are left sitting on a bus at Capitol Hill.
Bogotá blast: Deadly car bomb kills 20 in Colombian capital January 18, 2019
No group has said it was behind the explosion which injured dozens more outside a police academy.

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