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Shaniya Davis: Judge Orders Delay to Ascertain Mario McNeill’s Psychologcal Capacity; Ruling to Proceed with Trial on Friday

• April 23, 2013 • Comments Off

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Mario McNeill, Accused Killer of Shaniya Davis, Wants Bail

• May 23, 2011 • Comments Off

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The Madison WI Capitol Times

Susan Holmes: Take action against deceitful GOP ads September 24, 2018
Dear Editor: Are you getting the same slanderous Republican attack ads that we’re finding in our mailbox? After receiving two of the latest Republican Party’s vicious attacks on Tony Evers through their slick, glossy ads, I urge you to join…
E.J. Dionne Jr.: The ugly attacks on Ford were inevitable September 24, 2018
The moment during Donald Trump's presidential campaign when he issued a list of potential Supreme Court nominees prescreened by conservative ideologues guaranteed the extreme politicization we are witnessing.
Let's Eat: Italian-inspired Café Brittoli replaces Cafe Zoma on Atwood September 24, 2018
The café has an expanded menu with sandwiches, paninis, flatbreads and sweet or savory crepes. They also make Italian cookies and pastries in-house.
Looking to mobilize Madison's 'bar crowd,' comedian Nick Hart joins mayor's race September 24, 2018
Hart wants to tap into the population that is not plugged into municipal politics.
Flooded Yahara River bike path causes school commute woes on Madison's east side September 24, 2018
Without the Yahara River Path, students are crossing East Washington Avenue at busy commute times. Volunteers are now needed to safely walk students across the street.
Wendy Crabb: Stubbs incident reminds of need for more education on bias September 24, 2018
Dear Editor: Thank you for this article about Shelia Stubbs and her terrible and, unfortunately, common experience for people of color in Madison (or the U.S.). I would love to see more articles on what we can do to reduce…
Britbox's 'Bancroft' puts a sinister spin on the British crime drama September 24, 2018
“Bancroft” seems like a lot of high-quality British detective dramas, following an investigator as she navigates the crime world and the male-dominated world of law enforcement. Think “Prime Suspect” or “The Fall.” But “Bancroft" is more sinister and interesting.
State Debate: Bruce Murphy says we have best governor money can buy; bring back the people, Bill Kraus says September 24, 2018
A daily roundup of interesting newspaper editorials and blog posts from around Madison and Wisconsin.

The New York Times

What Teenagers Think About the Allegations Against Brett Kavanaugh September 24, 2018
High school girls said they recognized the way Mr. Kavanaugh’s accuser, Christine Blasey Ford, was being criticized for speaking out.
Amber Guyger, Dallas Officer Who Killed Botham Jean in His Home, Is Fired September 24, 2018
Ms. Guyger fatally shot Mr. Jean, her neighbor, after entering his apartment. The killing gripped the city and led to protests against police brutality.
#WhyIDidntReport: Survivors of Sexual Assault Share Their Stories After Trump Tweet September 24, 2018
A new hashtag has survivors of sexual abuse answering the question: Why didn’t you say something sooner?
Sexual Harassment Allegations Wipe a Name Off the Map September 24, 2018
The geologist David Marchant was so renowned he had an Antarctic glacier named after him. The honor was stripped away after he was accused of sexual harassment in the field.
As Economy Roars, Army Falls Thousands Short of Recruiting Goals September 24, 2018
The Army had hoped to bring in about 76,500 new soldiers this year. It is 6,500 troops short.
Seeking America’s Quietest Spots: The Quest for Silence in a Loud World September 23, 2018
Dennis Follensbee has climbed through New Hampshire’s White Mountains trying to find somewhere — anywhere — that is quiet. He is not alone in his quest.
F.B.I. and Expert Reports Cast Doubt That Celebrated Stovepipe Hat Was Lincoln’s September 23, 2018
The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum has long boasted of an iconic stovepipe hat, but undisclosed reports cast doubt that Lincoln ever owned it.
A Breakthrough for U.S. Troops: Combat-Ready Pizza September 20, 2018
The latest entree to join the Army’s roster of M.R.E. field rations is a Sicilian-style slice that stays fresh for years and took decades to develop.

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.
New Orleans City Council credit card spending may have broken law, audit finds September 24, 2018
Spending on gifts and celebratory functions may have violated state law, the auditor wrote.
North Shore church staffer fired for violating 'safe sanctuary' rules September 24, 2018
'Serious criminal allegations' have been made against Travis Bush in Mississippi, the church pastor said in an email.
In Thursday shooting at Central City home, NOPD seeks 'person of interest' September 24, 2018
NOPD said Rudolph Hayes is not "wanted" in connection to the shooting but might have information.
Mom asked girlfriend to burn 6-month-old baby, Natchitoches prosecutor says September 24, 2018
A judge ruled Friday that there's probable cause to charge Hanna Nicole Barker as a principal to murder in the death of 6-month-old Levi Cole Ellerbee.
Dallas police officer accused in neighbor's death fired September 24, 2018
The Dallas Police Department fired Officer Amber Guyger on Monday, weeks after she fatally shot 26-year-old Botham Jean inside his own apartment.
It's unclear whether Rod Rosenstein is resigning or being fired September 24, 2018
He has been overseeing the investigation of special counsel Robert Mueller, who is looking into Russian interference in the 2016 presidential campaign
NOPD seeks suspect in New Orleans East shooting September 24, 2018
RasDaniel Charles, 20, allegedly shot a 23-year-old man in the leg on Sunday (Sept. 23).

The Guardian, UK

Rod Rosenstein, deputy attorney general, to meet Trump amid resignation reports September 24, 2018
Reports had said official overseeing investigation of Russian election interference and links to Trump campaign would resignSign up for the US morning briefingDeputy attorney general Rod Rosenstein remains in his job, after reports on Monday said he had resigned or offered to do so.The White House said Donald Trump and Rosenstein had “an extended conversatio […]
Revolutionary spinal cord implant helps paralysed patients walk again September 24, 2018
Researchers implanted electrodes in the lower backs of five patients, all of whom regained some movementA small group of paraplegic patients have once again been able to take steps after researchers implanted a device to electrically stimulate their spinal cords.Two separate teams of scientists have revealed for the first time that the technique, together wi […]
Theresa May calls for immigration based on skills and wealth September 24, 2018
Key post-Brexit policy to include no preferential access to UK labour market for EU citizensTheresa May’s cabinet has agreed a post-Brexit immigration system that will offer visas to immigrants in a tiered system based on skills and wealth, a flagship policy that is expected to be one of her key announcements to the Conservative party conference next week.Nu […]
Maldives marine artwork destroyed for being a 'threat to Islamic unity' September 24, 2018
Sea sculpture by artist Jason deCaires Taylor demolished by authorities after court rules human forms depicted in the work are anti-IslamicA new sculptural work, Coralarium, created by artist and environmentalist Jason deCaires Taylor, was demolished last week after it was deemed anti-Islamic. The semi-submerged artwork was criticised by religious leaders an […]
Italian government approves Salvini bill targeting migrants September 24, 2018
Far-right leader’s decree would suspend asylum process for the ‘socially dangerous’A series of hardline measures that will see the Italian government abolish key forms of protection for migrants and make it easier for them to be deported has been approved by Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte’s cabinet.Drafted by Matteo Salvini, the far-right interior minister an […]
British woman jailed in Egypt for tramadol possession denied appeal September 24, 2018
Laura Plummer to serve three-year sentence for bringing 290 painkillers into countryA British woman jailed in Egypt for possessing controlled drugs has been refused permission to appeal against her conviction.Laura Plummer was sentenced to three years in prison for bringing 290 tramadol tablets into the country. She had told the court they were for her partn […]
Syria faces perpetual war unless Russia extends ceasefire, France warns September 24, 2018
Jean-Yves Le Drian issued warning at start of general assembly week as John Bolton vowed not to pull US troops before IraniansFrance has warned Syria faces a future of perpetual war unless Russia agrees to turn the one-month ceasefire in Idlib into a wider UN-endorsed political agreement.The French foreign minister, Jean-Yves Le Drian, issued the warning at […]
Monsanto's global weedkiller harms honeybees, research finds September 24, 2018
Glyphosate – the most used pesticide ever – damages the good bacteria in honeybee guts, making them more prone to deadly infectionsThe world’s most used weedkiller damages the beneficial bacteria in the guts of honeybees and makes them more prone to deadly infections, new research has found.Previous studies have shown that pesticides such as neonicotinoids c […]

The BBC

Rod Rosenstein: Russia inquiry chief set for Trump showdown September 24, 2018
Rod Rosenstein, who oversees the Russia inquiry, faces crunch talks at the White House this week.
S-300 missile system: Russia to upgrade Syrian air defences September 24, 2018
Israel warns that the delivery of the S-300 system to Syria will "magnify dangers" in the region.
Indonesian teenager survives 49 days adrift at sea in 'fishing hut' September 24, 2018
The Indonesian drifted thousands of kilometres, until he was finally rescued by a passing ship near Guam.
Rob Goldstone 'regrets' email setting up controversial Trump Tower meeting September 24, 2018
Rob Goldstone also covers Donald Trump's much-discussed 2013 Moscow trip, in a BBC interview.
Italy migrant crisis: Government passes tough bill September 24, 2018
The measure, which now requires a parliamentary vote, makes it easier to deport migrants.
Donald Trump expects second summit with Kim Jong-un soon September 24, 2018
The US president says relations with North Korea are "very good and in some ways... extraordinary".
Dallas officer fired for killing innocent man in his own apartment September 24, 2018
Amber Guyger was on leave since shooting Botham Shem Jean inside his own flat on 6 September.
Kenyan governor Okoth Obado charged over Otieno murder September 24, 2018
A Kenyan governor denies links to the stabbing to death of his ex-girlfriend, a pregnant student.

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