Tennessee executes Harold Wayne Nichols by lethal injection for killing college student in 1988
Read full article: Tennessee executes Harold Wayne Nichols by lethal injection for killing college student in 1988Tennessee has executed Harold Wayne Nichols by lethal injection for the 1988 rape and murder of 20-year-old Karen Pulley, a student at Chattanooga State Community College.
Mo'ne Davis and women from around the world chase pro baseball dreams at WPBL tryouts
Read full article: Mo'ne Davis and women from around the world chase pro baseball dreams at WPBL tryoutsOpen tryouts for the Women’s Professional Baseball League have begun at the Washington Nationals Youth Baseball Academy.
3 people killed in shooting outside Target in north Austin, police say; suspect arrested after hijacking vehicle
Read full article: 3 people killed in shooting outside Target in north Austin, police say; suspect arrested after hijacking vehicleAt least two people were killed in a shooting at a Target in Austin, according to police.
Tupac Shakur slaying suspect files appeal with Nevada Supreme Court to dismiss charges
Read full article: Tupac Shakur slaying suspect files appeal with Nevada Supreme Court to dismiss chargesThe man charged with ordering the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas is asking the Nevada Supreme Court to dismiss his murder charges.
Clerk who denied same-sex marriage licenses in 2015 is still fighting Supreme Court's ruling
Read full article: Clerk who denied same-sex marriage licenses in 2015 is still fighting Supreme Court's rulingThe clerk of a tiny Kentucky county who became known for denying same-sex marriage licenses is still fighting the Supreme Court decision 10 years later.
World's oldest llama enjoys comforting chronically ill children in North Carolina
Read full article: World's oldest llama enjoys comforting chronically ill children in North CarolinaA bucktoothed llama that spends his days comforting chronically ill children at a North Carolina camp founded by NASCAR royalty has been crowned the world’s oldest llama in captivity.
Nevada judge reschedules trial for the suspect in Tupac Shakur’s 1996 killing for next year
Read full article: Nevada judge reschedules trial for the suspect in Tupac Shakur’s 1996 killing for next yearThe trial of the only suspect ever charged in the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur has been postponed.
Suspect in Tupac Shakur killing seeks to delay trial as defense identifies new witnesses
Read full article: Suspect in Tupac Shakur killing seeks to delay trial as defense identifies new witnessesAttorneys for the man suspected of killing rap icon Tupac Shakur want to delay next month’s trial, saying more time is needed for investigative work to ensure that Duane “Keffe D” Davis gets a fair trial.
Suspect in Tupac Shakur killing is a no-show at a Nevada hearing on trial readiness
Read full article: Suspect in Tupac Shakur killing is a no-show at a Nevada hearing on trial readinessA man suspected of killing rap icon Tupac Shakur has failed to appear in court for a hearing on whether his defense team is ready to go trial.
Viola Davis and Ted Danson celebrated for career achievements in film and TV at Golden Globes event
Read full article: Viola Davis and Ted Danson celebrated for career achievements in film and TV at Golden Globes eventViola Davis and Ted Danson have been celebrated for their career achievements in film and television during the Golden Gala: An Evening of Excellence.
San Antonio woman finds pickup nearly ‘in her bed’ after driver loses control
Read full article: San Antonio woman finds pickup nearly ‘in her bed’ after driver loses controlSan Antonio police say the driver of a pickup says he swerved to avoid another car, then slammed into the back of a home. The truck landed just inches away from where Vicki Davis was attempting to sleep.
Judge says she suspects a cover-up of the true source of bail funds for man charged in Tupac killing
Read full article: Judge says she suspects a cover-up of the true source of bail funds for man charged in Tupac killingA judge has again rejected a request to free an ailing former Los Angeles-area gang leader ahead of his murder trial in the 1996 killing of hip-hop star Tupac Shakur, saying she suspects a cover-up related to the sources of the funds for his bond.
Sparks fly, Nevada judge sets deadline in bail bid for man charged in Tupac Shakur killing
Read full article: Sparks fly, Nevada judge sets deadline in bail bid for man charged in Tupac Shakur killingSparks flew as a Nevada judge rebuked a defense attorney and a former Los Angeles-area gang leader lashed out against prosecutors during his renewed effort to be freed from jail to house arrest ahead of his trial in the 1996 killing of hip-hop legend Tupac Shakur.
Viola Davis and James Patterson to collaborate on novel set in the contemporary, rural South
Read full article: Viola Davis and James Patterson to collaborate on novel set in the contemporary, rural SouthAn upcoming thriller about a female judge in the contemporary, rural South will have two very famous, and very different, authors, Oscar winner Viola Davis and mega-selling novelist James Patterson.
Nevada judge denies release of ex-gang leader ahead of trial in 1996 killing of Tupac Shakur
Read full article: Nevada judge denies release of ex-gang leader ahead of trial in 1996 killing of Tupac ShakurAn ailing former Los Angeles-area gang leader will stay in jail ahead of his trial in the 1996 killing of music legend Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas.
Judge considering if ex-gang leader held in Tupac Shakur killing gets house arrest on $750K bail
Read full article: Judge considering if ex-gang leader held in Tupac Shakur killing gets house arrest on $750K bailA Nevada judge says she'll review financial documents before deciding if a former Los Angeles-area gang leader will be freed from jail on $750,000 bail ahead of his murder trial in the 1996 killing of hip-hop music legend Tupac Shakur.
Being a patient is getting harder in a strained and complex US health care system
Read full article: Being a patient is getting harder in a strained and complex US health care systemHealth care delivery experts say patients in the U.S. need more help dealing with a system that is growing increasingly complex.
Trevino wins grant from MLB Players Trust for charity that teaches art to those with special needs
Read full article: Trevino wins grant from MLB Players Trust for charity that teaches art to those with special needsWhen Jose Trevino took a teen leadership class taught by Sherri Davis in high school the New York Yankees catcher couldn’t have imagined the long-lasting impact it would have.
Ex-gang leader's murder trial in Tupac Shakur killing pushed back to November
Read full article: Ex-gang leader's murder trial in Tupac Shakur killing pushed back to NovemberA trial date has been pushed back from June to November for a former Los Angeles-area gang leader charged with killing hip-hop music icon Tupac Shakur in 1996 in Las Vegas.
Former gang leader charged with killing Tupac Shakur gets new lawyer, remains jailed on $750K bail
Read full article: Former gang leader charged with killing Tupac Shakur gets new lawyer, remains jailed on $750K bailA former Los Angeles-area gang leader jailed in the 1996 killing of hip-hop music icon Tupac Shakur has hired a private attorney to represent him ahead of his murder trial.
Trump's campaign banks on its loyal supporters to turn out and caucus in Iowa despite frigid weather
Read full article: Trump's campaign banks on its loyal supporters to turn out and caucus in Iowa despite frigid weatherDonald Trump’s campaign is banking on his loyal supporters to turn out for Monday night's Iowa caucuses.
Ex-gang leader seeking release from Las Vegas jail ahead of trial in 1996 killing of Tupac Shakur
Read full article: Ex-gang leader seeking release from Las Vegas jail ahead of trial in 1996 killing of Tupac ShakurA former Los Angeles-area gang leader charged with murder in the killing of hip-hop music icon Tupac Shakur in 1996 in Las Vegas is seeking to be released to house arrest ahead of his trial in June.
Two babies infected with dangerous bacteria sometimes found in powdered infant formula
Read full article: Two babies infected with dangerous bacteria sometimes found in powdered infant formulaA Kentucky child is dead and a Missouri infant has brain damage from the same kind of bacteria that sparked powdered formula recalls and shortages last year.
Ex-gang leader gets June date for Vegas murder trial stemming from 1996 killing of Tupac Shakur
Read full article: Ex-gang leader gets June date for Vegas murder trial stemming from 1996 killing of Tupac ShakurA judge has set a June 3 date for the murder trial of a former Southern California street gang leader charged with killing hip-hop music icon Tupac Shakur in 1996 in Las Vegas.
Defendant in Tupac Shakur killing loses defense lawyer ahead of arraignment on murder charge
Read full article: Defendant in Tupac Shakur killing loses defense lawyer ahead of arraignment on murder chargeThe former street gang leader charged with killing Tupac Shakur in 1996 in Las Vegas has lost his bid to hire the lawyer who spoke about his defense two weeks ago.
Defendant in Tupac Shakur killing case is represented by well-known Las Vegas lawyer
Read full article: Defendant in Tupac Shakur killing case is represented by well-known Las Vegas lawyerA man charged with killing Tupac Shakur in 1996 will make his next court appearance with a lawyer from one of the best-known political families in Las Vegas.
Who witnessed Tupac Shakur's 1996 killing in Las Vegas? Here's what we know
Read full article: Who witnessed Tupac Shakur's 1996 killing in Las Vegas? Here's what we knowDuane “Keffe D” Davis is the last living suspect in one of hip-hop's most enduring mysteries — the 1996 death of rapper Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas.
Suspect charged in rapper Tupac Shakur's fatal shooting makes first court appearance in Las Vegas
Read full article: Suspect charged in rapper Tupac Shakur's fatal shooting makes first court appearance in Las VegasThe man facing a murder charge in the fatal shooting of Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas 27 years ago has made his first court appearance.
Las Vegas police videos show moments before home is raided in Tupac Shakur cold case
Read full article: Las Vegas police videos show moments before home is raided in Tupac Shakur cold caseTwo dozen Las Vegas police body camera videos show the moment a man and woman exited a home raided in July in connection with the cold case killing of rapper Tupac Shakur.
Lawsuit by former dancers accuses Lizzo of sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environment
Read full article: Lawsuit by former dancers accuses Lizzo of sexual harassment and creating a hostile work environmentLizzo has been sued by three former dancers who accuse the Grammy winner of sexual harassment and allege the singer and her production company created a hostile work environment.
Police seized laptops, memoir from Vegas-area home of witness to Tupac Shakur's 1996 killing
Read full article: Police seized laptops, memoir from Vegas-area home of witness to Tupac Shakur's 1996 killingA Las Vegas-area home searched by police investigating the killing of rapper Tupac Shakur in 1996 is tied to Duane “Keffe D” Davis.
A year after fall of Roe, 25 million women live in states with abortion bans or tighter restrictions
Read full article: A year after fall of Roe, 25 million women live in states with abortion bans or tighter restrictionsA year after the U.S. Supreme Court rescinded a five-decade-old right to abortion, 25 million women of childbearing age now live in states where the law makes abortions harder to get.
San Antonio mother of trans teen worries SB14 will lead to more suicides
Read full article: San Antonio mother of trans teen worries SB14 will lead to more suicidesTexas is on the brink of blocking transgender minors from getting puberty blockers and hormone therapies, and that worries one San Antonio mother.
Former California college student arrested in 3 stabbings
Read full article: Former California college student arrested in 3 stabbingsPolice say a 21-year-old who was a student at the University of California, Davis, until last week was arrested on accusations of fatally stabbing two people and wounding another in attacks that terrified the quiet college community.
Federal judge dismisses Wendy Davis’ challenge to Texas abortion ban
Read full article: Federal judge dismisses Wendy Davis’ challenge to Texas abortion banDavis, best known for her 13-hour filibuster of a 2013 abortion bill, sought to block the state’s ban on abortions after about six weeks of pregnancy. A federal judge found Davis had not “articulated a credible, imminent threat.”
Judge orders paternity test for Cowboys owner Jerry Jones
Read full article: Judge orders paternity test for Cowboys owner Jerry JonesA judge has ordered Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones to take a paternity test as part of a legal dispute with a 26-year-old woman who claims the billionaire is her biological father.
No. 18 Alabama beats No. 1 North Carolina 103-101 in 4 OTs
Read full article: No. 18 Alabama beats No. 1 North Carolina 103-101 in 4 OTsMark Sears had 24 points, five rebounds and five assists, and No. 18 Alabama sent top-ranked North Carolina to a second straight loss with a 103-101 in a quadruple-overtime thriller in the third-place game of the Phil Knight Invitational tournament.
Joc Pederson, Martín Pérez accept $19.65M qualifying offers
Read full article: Joc Pederson, Martín Pérez accept $19.65M qualifying offersOutfielder Joc Pederson and left-hander Martín Pérez were the only players to accept $19.65 million qualifying offers from their former teams and end their free agency.
Austin mayor’s race heading to a runoff, Dallas county judge wins reelection
Read full article: Austin mayor’s race heading to a runoff, Dallas county judge wins reelectionIn three key local elections, the Austin mayoral race will be decided in a runoff, Republican Tim O’Hare won the Tarrant County judge race and Dallas County Judge Clay Jenkins won reelection.
High school girls prevent forfeit by suiting up for football team
Read full article: High school girls prevent forfeit by suiting up for football teamOn Sept. 23, Wewoka High School’s football team was about to forfeit a game due to a lack of players when it asked a couple of senior girls at the school if they would suit up to give the team enough players.
'Woman King,' Viola Davis and the culmination of a struggle
Read full article: 'Woman King,' Viola Davis and the culmination of a struggleWhen Viola Davis, sculpted and hardened from months of training, first stood in the full garb of the Agojie warrior women, with her bare feet in the African sand, it was the culmination of not just the years-long push to make “The Woman King,” but of a lifelong battle.
Louisiana woman denied abortion wants 'vague' ban clarified
Read full article: Louisiana woman denied abortion wants 'vague' ban clarifiedA pregnant Louisiana woman who was denied an abortion even though her fetus has a rare and fatal condition is asking Gov. John Bel Edwards to call a special session of the legislature to clarify the state’s abortion law.
Alleged member of IS 'Beatles' charged in UK with terrorism
Read full article: Alleged member of IS 'Beatles' charged in UK with terrorismAn alleged member of an Islamic State hostage-taking cell nicknamed “The Beatles” has been charged with terrorism offenses in Britain on Thursday after being deported from Turkey.
Wendy Davis and Donna Howard, defenders of abortion access, worry the worst is yet to come after Roe decision
Read full article: Wendy Davis and Donna Howard, defenders of abortion access, worry the worst is yet to come after Roe decisionIn interviews, the two women expressed a sense of sorrow over the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to allow states to ban abortions, adding even more enormous obstacles to what was already an uphill battle to protect reproductive rights in Texas.
What happened to Joshua Davis? South Texas Crime Stories, Episode 1
Read full article: What happened to Joshua Davis? South Texas Crime Stories, Episode 1On a cold February night in 2011, 18-month-old Joshua Davis disappeared from a trailer home filled with people. New Braunfels Police Department says the family isn't being truthful, however, the family says the police aren't doing their job.
MLB managers trying to work ahead with ever-evolving lineups
Read full article: MLB managers trying to work ahead with ever-evolving lineupsAt a time when ball clubs are valuing lineup versatility like never before, the communication between managers and players over who is playing — and where — has taken on greater importance.
Former state Sen. Wendy Davis challenges Texas abortion law in court
Read full article: Former state Sen. Wendy Davis challenges Texas abortion law in courtDavis is best known for her 13-hour filibuster against another restrictive abortion law in 2013. Now, she’s suing to block enforcement of Texas’ current ban on abortions after about six weeks of pregnancy.
Coleman County Sheriff’s Office issues Silver Alert for missing 84-year-old woman
Read full article: Coleman County Sheriff’s Office issues Silver Alert for missing 84-year-old womanThe Coleman County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a missing 84-year-old woman who they say poses a credible threat to her own health and safety.
UC Davis adds caste to its anti-discrimination policy
Read full article: UC Davis adds caste to its anti-discrimination policyThe University of California, Davis, has added caste — a classification system in South Asia that assigns people their social statuses at birth — to its anti-discrimination policy.
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Texans’ Mills faces huge test in 1st start against Panthers
Read full article: Texans’ Mills faces huge test in 1st start against PanthersThe undefeated Carolina Panthers and their top-ranked defense will face a rookie making his first NFL start for the second time this season Thursday against Davis Mills and the Houston Texans.
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Overwhelmed by COVID-19: A day inside a Louisiana hospital
Read full article: Overwhelmed by COVID-19: A day inside a Louisiana hospitalThe rapidly escalating surge in COVID-19 infections is once again overwhelming hospitals across the U.S. That is especially true in hot spots such as Louisiana, which hit a record number of coronavirus hospitalizations last week.
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Miller hits 2 HRs, Phillies hold off Mets for 7th straight
Read full article: Miller hits 2 HRs, Phillies hold off Mets for 7th straightBrad Miller homered twice and the first-place Philadelphia Phillies withstood a ninth-inning rally for their seventh straight victory, 5-3 over the sinking New York Mets.
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‘Hell’s Kitchen’ contestant, Chef Mary Lou Davis, makes fun Fiesta food
Read full article: ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ contestant, Chef Mary Lou Davis, makes fun Fiesta foodMary Lou Davis, the 2nd place winner on 'Hell's Kitchen', demonstrates how to create a Fiesta favorite, elote. She also is a chef de cuisine for Whiskey Cake in La Cantera and her YouTube channel, Geeks and Grubs.
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Suns dismantle Lakers 115-85 to take 3-2 series lead
Read full article: Suns dismantle Lakers 115-85 to take 3-2 series leadDevin Booker scored 30 points after two quiet games and the Phoenix Suns sent LeBron James to the locker room early, dismantling the Los Angeles Lakers 115-85 to take a 3-2 first-round series lead.
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Texas bill looks to criminalize parents who support transgender medical procedures for minors
Read full article: Texas bill looks to criminalize parents who support transgender medical procedures for minorsPage Davis, the mother of a transgender teen, has become an outspoken advocate for families impacted by an anti LGBTQ+ bill making its way through the Texas Legislature this session.
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‘Sorry’: GOP US Rep. Tom Reed retiring amid misconduct claim
Read full article: ‘Sorry’: GOP US Rep. Tom Reed retiring amid misconduct claimFILE - In this Monday, Dec. 21, 2020, file photo, U.S. Rep. Tom Reed, R-N.Y., speaks to the media on Capitol Hill in Washington. In late February, Reed said he was seriously considering running for governor against Cuomo should the Democrat seek a fourth term next year. AdReed said in his statement Sunday that he would not seek any elective office in 2022. I was wrong, I am sorry, and I take full responsibility.”A former mayor of Corning, New York, Reed is co-chair of the House of Representatives' bipartisan Problem Solvers Caucus. AdHe voted against impeaching former President Donald Trump in January but voted in favor of certifying the 2020 election of Democrat Joe Biden.
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Layoffs, upheaval at Zacharias ministry roiled by scandal
Read full article: Layoffs, upheaval at Zacharias ministry roiled by scandalAllegations of sexual misconduct by Zacharias began to surface last fall in social media and news outlets, notably a Sept. 29 article in the evangelical publication Christianity Today. It asserted that over about five years, he sexually harassed three women who worked as massage therapists at two day spas he co-owned in an Atlanta suburb. The law firm, Miller & Martin, issued a scathing report last month based on interviews with more than 50 people, including more than a dozen massage therapists. Five of the therapists said Zacharias touched them inappropriately, and one said she was raped, according to the report. AdZacharias founded his international ministry in 1984 with a mission to engage in “Christian apologetics” — defending Christianity through intellectual arguments.
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Mets' Davis, O's Santander lose arbitration, Rays' Choi wins
Read full article: Mets' Davis, O's Santander lose arbitration, Rays' Choi winsFILE - In this Aug. 29, 2020, file photo, New York Mets third baseman J.D. Davis and the Mets argued the first of 13 scheduled salary arbitration cases this month. (AP Photo/John Minchillo, File)NEW YORK – The New York Mets defeated third baseman and outfielder J.D. Davis, the Baltimore Orioles beat outfielder Anthony Santander and first baseman Ji-Man Choi defeated the Tampa Bay Rays in the first three of 13 scheduled salary arbitration cases this month. Santander gets a raise from $572,500 to $2.1 million rather than his $2,475,000 request, the same figures exchanged by Davis and the Mets.
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‘Hell’s Kitchen’ contestant + local chef shares grilled Caesar salad & smoothie recipes
Read full article: ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ contestant + local chef shares grilled Caesar salad & smoothie recipesSAN ANTONIO – You may recognize her from the brand new season of “Hell’s Kitchen.” Chef Mary Lou Davis tells us all about what it was like behind the scenes and shares two delicious and healthy recipes. You can follow chef Davis’ adventures in cosplay and cooking on her YouTube channel and website, Geeks&Grubs. As a chef at Whiskey Cake, she focuses on local growers and supporting local. Watch the video above for her interview and a grilled Caesar salad recipe, including her homemade dressing. Check out the smoothie recipe in the video below.
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As seen on SA Live - Thursday, January 21, 2021
Read full article: As seen on SA Live - Thursday, January 21, 2021Which reality TV show would you want to be on? Which reality TV show would you want to be on? Which reality TV show would you want to be on? pic.twitter.com/FuR5T4lYgA — SA Live (@SALiveKSAT) January 21, 2021Jen takes us “Texas Trippin’” to Rock Harbour Hill Country Lodge. Stream the show anytime from the KSAT TV app on Roku, Fire Stick, a smart TV or smartphone.
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Kamala Harris’ Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority sisters celebrate historic inauguration
Read full article: Kamala Harris’ Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority sisters celebrate historic inaugurationMembers of Vice President Kamala Harris’ beloved Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc., are sounding off on the night of her historic inauguration, speaking about the historic moment and its impact on the future. “It’s absolutely amazing,” said Jackie Gorman, who is the current president of the local Alpha Alpha Xi Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. “I am just beyond proud.”Gorman says seeing her sorority sister, now Vice President Kamala Harris, who joined Howard University’s Alpha Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha in the spring of 1986, as the first person of color and woman to take the oath of office, symbolizes a dream realized for her sorority sisters. “If you can imagine that Alpha Kappa Alpha was started by women who were one generation removed from slavery,” Gorman said. Gorman said.”Fellow AKA Shalonda Davis says she noticed leadership qualities in Harris when they met at a sorority conference years ago. The “sorors” say the vice president’s representation is renewed proof that anything is possible, regardless of race or gender.
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Wendy Davis says Trump supporters harassing a Biden bus in Texas should have served as a warning before U.S. Capitol riot
Read full article: Wendy Davis says Trump supporters harassing a Biden bus in Texas should have served as a warning before U.S. Capitol riotA caravan of Trump supporters followed and harassed a Joe Biden campaign bus driving through Central Texas in October. A day after the incident, Trump tweeted a video of the Trump supporters following the Biden bus saying, “I LOVE TEXAS!” and falsely claimed his supporters were “protecting” the bus. All the cars on the road, we love what they did,” Rubio told Trump supporters. Davis’ campaign had refused to comment at the time as she wrapped up her campaign against U.S. Rep. Chip Roy, which she lost. He perpetuated false conspiracy theories in the hours after the insurrection that those who broke into the Capitol were not Trump supporters.
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In Georgia, Pence calls Senate GOP's 'last line of defense'
Read full article: In Georgia, Pence calls Senate GOP's 'last line of defense'Democrats need a Georgia sweep to force a 50-50 Senate and position Vice President-elect Kamala Harris as the tiebreaking vote. Highlighting the importance of the race, Biden plans to visit the state next week to campaign for Ossoff and Warnock. “Let them steal Georgia again, you’ll never be able to look yourself in the mirror,” Trump told rallygoers. “I want you to be confident about your vote," Pence said. “That’s just not Georgia to me," said Davis, 57, who helped run her late husband's medical business.
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NBC to cut away from Clemson-Notre Dame for Biden speech
Read full article: NBC to cut away from Clemson-Notre Dame for Biden speechESPN College Gameday hosts Davis, David Pollack and Kirk Herbstreit prepare for their live broadcast from Notre Dame Stadium before the NCAA college football game between the Notre Dame and the Clemson in South Bend, Ind. (Matt Cashore/Pool Photo via AP)NBC says it will cut away from the football game between No. 4 Notre Dame on Saturday night to show Democrat Joe Biden’s first speech as president-elect. The game will move back to NBC after coverage of the speech concludes. 1 team to play at Notre Dame since 2005.
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Deaf voters in Bexar County only given access to interpreter assistance at two voting sites
Read full article: Deaf voters in Bexar County only given access to interpreter assistance at two voting sitesSAN ANTONIO – Deaf voters in Bexar County can only get interpreter assistance at two polling locations, despite disability advocates saying voters should have the ability to get help at the location of their choice. Bexar County Elections Administrator Jacquelyn Callanen said ASL interpreter assistance is available at the Bexar County Elections Department on Frio Street through a video remote interpreter (VRI) service, and a live interpreter is available at the San Antonio College Victory Center. Disability advocates, though, say deaf voters who need assistance should not be limited to fewer sites than other voters. Davis said she didn’t know enough about any requests for assistance and associated denials in Bexar County to be able to say if county election officials were breaking the law. Those seeking assistance, she said, have been told they need to go to the Bexar County Elections Department.
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Netflix previews 'Ma Rainey' and Boseman's final performance
Read full article: Netflix previews 'Ma Rainey' and Boseman's final performanceThis image released by Netflix shows Michael Potts, from left, Chadwick Boseman and Colman Domingo in "Ma Rainey's Black Bottom." Netflix on Monday previewed George C. Wolfes August Wilson adaptation Ma Raineys Black Bottom, showcasing Chadwick Bosemans final performance opposite Viola Davis powerhouse blues singer. (David Lee/Netflix via AP)NEW YORK – Netflix on Monday previewed George C. Wolfe's August Wilson adaptation “Ma Rainey's Black Bottom,” showcasing Chadwick Boseman's final performance opposite Viola Davis' powerhouse blues singer. Boseman plays Levee, an ambitious trumpeter aiming to launch himself with his own updated versions of Ma Rainey's songs. “Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom” was the first play Wilson wrote in 1984, and the only one of this 10-part Century Cycle not set in Pittsburgh.
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For most NYC students, back to school but not the classroom
Read full article: For most NYC students, back to school but not the classroom(AP Photo/Mark Lennihan)NEW YORK – Monday’s return to New York City schools wasn't the one anyone planned for. Mayor Bill de Blasio greeted pre-K students at a school in Queens and praised the “air of energy and spirit” among teachers and pupils. High school students return Oct. 1. The majority of the more than 1 million public school students will be in the classroom one to three days a week and learning remotely the rest of the time. Still, New York City has seen a slight tick up in hospitalizations and infections this month.
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Book-publishing exec Dawn Davis is new Bon Appetit editor
Read full article: Book-publishing exec Dawn Davis is new Bon Appetit editorBook-publishing executive Dawn Davis is Bon Appetit's new top editor, taking the helm following a reckoning on race and culture at the food magazine. Davis starts at Bon Appetit on Nov. 2, Conde Nast said Thursday. Bon Appetit is one of the main brands of New York-based magazine publisher Conde Nast, which also publishes Vogue, The New Yorker and GQ. Bon Appetit's former top editor, Adam Rapoport, left in June after food writer Tammie Teclemariam tweeted out an old Halloween photo in which he wore a stereotyped Puerto Rican costume. Staffers then said the Bon Appetit had been too white-centric" and marginalized non-white stories, and pledged to make big changes.
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Wounded Army veteran’s Purple Heart found, truck returned
Read full article: Wounded Army veteran’s Purple Heart found, truck returnedSan Antonio – A wounded warrior and his wife are ecstatic after learning San Antonio police found their 2019 F-150 truck and the sentimental items in it, like his Purple Heart and battlefield American flag. The theft happened Friday after Asia Davis, wife of Army Veteran Ryan Davis, was packing the pickup up to move into their new home at Fort Sam Houston while Ryan recovers from his IED accident that happened in Afghanistan in August. “I could tell things were taken out of it, but I just wanted the important stuff,” Davis said. “I went in the back and opened the boxes and I saw the coin bag where all the coins were and where I put the Purple Heart. To the people who have reached out to me and Ryan,” Davis said.
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