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Controversial Milwaukee Sheriff David Clarke Faces Protests Monday
Thousands are expected to take to the streets of Wisconsin on Monday to demand that the governor remove controversial Milwaukee County Sheriff David Clarke, a tough-talking firebrand who wants to use his deputies and correction officers to enforce federal immigration laws.
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Milwaukee County, Wisconsin Sheriff David Clark
Published on May 1, 2017
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Deadly Storms Hit Several States
A string of deadly storms that ravaged some Southern states over the weekend could put millions more at risk as it moves north Monday.
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5 Things for Monday, April 1: Trump, Turkey, Tornadoes and Budget
Happy Monday morning. Here's what you need to know to Get Up to Speed and Out the Door.
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R. Kelly Sued By Man Who Says He Was Having An Affair With His Wife
It seems like the man who brought you ‘Bump and Grind’ just can’t stay out of trouble when it comes to his alleged sex life. A Mississippi man claims that R. Kelly has been having an affair with his wife and is suing him under the state’s alienation of affection law.
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METRO Gets an "A" for Financial Transparency
A national consumer advocacy organization and its state affiliate has given METRO an "A" for showing taxpayers how their money is spent. U.S. Public Interest Research Group (USPIRG) and TexPIRG compared METRO’s financial disclosures against dozens of other districts across the country.
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Jeff Sessions Is Creating a Department of Injustice
As Donald Trump nears the end of his first 100 days, media commentary focuses primarily on how little he has achieved in comparison to other presidents. It's a mistake, however, to discount the threat that the Trump administration poses to our fundamental rights. His attorney general, former Alabama Sen. Jeff Sessions, is a case in point.
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Patti LaBelle, Hill Harper And Yolanda Adams to Speak at the 22nd Annual Black Enterprise Entrepreneurs Summit
Hank Aaron and Vernon Jordan to be honored at the Black Enterprise Entrepreneurs Summit in Houston, TX May 17-20
Where Innovation and Capital Meet. Join BLACK ENTERPRISEat the 2017 Entrepreneurs Summit hosted by Nationwide on Wednesday, May 17 through Saturday, May 20, at the Marriott Marquis Houston in Houston, Texas, with a powerhouse lineup of some of the nation's most accomplished and celebrated entrepreneurs and motivational speakers. Patti LaBelle; singer, author, actress, and entrepreneur will join Yolanda Adams; gospel singer, record producer, and radio personality, as keynote speakers at the 2017 Entrepreneurs Summit.
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Faith, Love, Forgiveness, Protection and PRAISE. These are just five of the ten gifts explored in Yolanda Adams new power-filled inaugural book, Points of Power. …
Published on April 27, 2017
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House Advances Sanctuary Cities Bill
Last night, after 16 hours of emotional debate, the Texas House voted to advance Senate Bill 4, known as the Sanctuary Cities bill. Under this bill, local sheriffs and police chiefs would be required to honor ICE requests. As of now, honoring ICE requests is voluntary and Texas counties already comply.
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Johnny Depp Turns Up at Disneyland as Capt. Jack Sparrow (and fans lose it)
Johnny Depp surprised fans at Disneyland, by popping up on the "Pirates of the Caribbean" ride in his full Capt. Jack Sparrow costume.
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Cops use murdered woman's Fitbit to charge her husband
A masked intruder barged into his Connecticut home, he said, tied up and tortured him and -- when his wife came home -- shot and killed her.
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Judge blocks part of Trump's sanctuary cities executive order
The judge sided with Santa Clara County, San Francisco and other jurisdictions
The ruling applied nationwide
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We the People: 100 Days in Trump's America
Emotions run high across America as voters reflect upon President Donald Trump's first 100 days. Well let's face it, emotions have been running high since at least Election Day, and rightly so, as this is the future of the country and everyone in it. But that's where the unity ends. Stop and listen to people and you'll hear some speak of pride, strength and passion. Others point to bigotry, fear and divisiveness. But not necessarily in the places you might think.
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United Passenger David Dao Swung Fists Violently, Officers' Reports Say
The United Airlines passenger who was left bloodied and bruised after being forcibly removed from a flight earlier this month was swinging his arms, his hands balled into fists, as officers from the Chicago Department of Aviation tried to pull him out of his seat, according to incident reports from the officers involved.
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Cops Use Murdered Woman's Fitbit to Charge Her Husband
The attack, as Richard Dabate described it to police, was horrific. A masked intruder barged into his Connecticut home, he said, tied up and tortured him and -- when his wife came home -- shot and killed her.
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State Representative Ron Reynolds for the Week of April 17, 2017
Wednesday marked the 100th day of the 85th legislative session. As a proud member of 100 Black Men of America Houston Chapter, I was excited to have my fellow brothers here at the Texas Capitol to represent and advocate for "100 at the Capitol Day". 100 Black Men of America is a men's civic organization and service club whose stated goal is to educate and empower African-American children and teens.
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Charges Filed Against Suspect Arrested in Fatal Crash at 900 Little York Road
Charges have been filed against a suspect arrested in a fatal crash at 900 Little York Road about 2:10 a.m. today (April 24).
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Local Law Enforcement Offers Training On How To Respond To Someone With Autism
Many parents raising a child with Autism fear their behavior may easily be misinterpreted as belligerent or dangerous by law enforcement.
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Missing Girl Found Safe After Search At Hempstead Park
The little girl at the center of an overnight search at a Hempstead park has been found safe, the Waller County Sheriff's Office confirms.
