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Former first lady Michelle Obama had the crowd erupting in cheers during her speech at the Democratic National Convention on Tuesday night as she skewered former President Donald Trump. Obama during the speech referenced Trump’s comment from the Presidential debate in June, when he said immigrants are taking “Black jobs.”...

"Who's gonna tell him?": Michelle Obama tells Trump presidency might be "one of those Black jobs"

Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker described his frustration working as a governor during two years of the Trump presidency. He attacked the Trump administration’s polices on gun rights, efforts to roll back DEI programs, and Trump's oversight during the COVID-19 pandemic. In a major zinger, Pritzker, a billionaire, slammed Trump’s...

JB Pritzker Hits Trump: He’s ‘Rich In Only One Thing, Stupidity’

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 Donald Trump praised his predecessor in a rare remark hours before Barack Obama took the stage at the Democratic National Convention.The Republican nominee claimed he “respected” Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama, despite the fact that he has spent years bashing his predecessor and proliferating false claims about him, including questioning whether Obama was a US citizen, alleging he ordered the wiretapping of Trump Tower, and even claiming he founded ISIS.But hours before Obama headlined the second night of the DNC, Trump offered rare praise for him.“I like him. I think he’s a nice gentleman,” Trump told CNN...

Trump claims he ‘happens to like and respect’ the Obamas — hours before they eviscerate him at DNC

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“He’s a grifter and nothing we said wasn’t the truth!” a DNC spokesperson told The Daily Beast.

Democrats Taunt Trump With Messages On His Own Building In Chicago

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[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes in this article are from the author's interview with those mentioned.]. Elizabeth Montgomery was one of the most popular actors from the 1950s to her unfortunate passing from cancer in 1995. Before, during, and after her benchmark Emmy-nominated role as twitch-witch Samantha Stephens on TV's Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972), Montgomery made over 200 additional appearances in other weekly shows, TV-movies, and feature films.

'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Received Death Threats for Protesting the Vietnam War

A super PAC supporting former President Donald Trump’s bid for the White House recently received tens of millions of dollars from business moguls, tech leaders, a scientologist, and the heir to the Mellon banking empire. Suggested Reading. The bulk of the $54.4 million contributed to Make America Great Again...

The billionaire who gave a pro-Trump super PAC $50 million just doubled down

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Former First Lady Michelle Obama delivered a powerful speech at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago on Tuesday, using her platform to sharply criticize former President Donald Trump while rallying Democrats around the candidacy of Kamala Harris.

Michelle Obama Blasts Trump’s ‘Racist Lies’ at DNC: ‘He Tried to Make People Fear Us’

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. On July 28, 2024, a TikTok video posted by Erica W., known as @tasteofmelanin on the platform, garnered significant attention after she exposed disturbing racist decorations in an Airbnb rental. The incident occurred in a rental property that Erica had booked, although the exact location remains unspecified. The video has since gone viral, prompting widespread concern and leading to the removal of the listing from Airbnb's platform.

Airbnb Listing Taken Down After Black Woman Finds Hanging Monkeys and Cotton Used As Decor

Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. Meghan Markle's venture into the lifestyle space has not been met with universal acclaim, particularly from one well-known figure: Martha Stewart. Earlier this year, in March, Meghan unveiled her new lifestyle brand, American Riviera Orchard. The brand immediately drew comparisons to other celebrity wellness empires, particularly that of culinary icon Martha Stewart. However, these comparisons have reportedly struck a nerve with Stewart, who finds them both "irritating and insulting."

Meghan Markle 'Insulted' Martha Stewart as She 'Won't Hesitate to Take Her Down

It's been two decades since beloved actor Brian Kelly died of pneumonia at 73 in 2005. Best known as Porter Ricks in the classic TV family show Flipper(NBC, 1964-1967), Kelly had once suffered a paralyzing motorcycle accident that ended his acting career. However, he rechanneld his creative talent and became a producer. This is his story.

The Paralyzing Accident & Tragic Death of TV's 'Flipper' Father Brian Kelly: Two Decades Later

Denver, CO

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

Salem, OH

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

Florida State

Uncovering Florida

With hurricane season posing a consistent threat six months out of the year, who would not like a little help getting their home ready for the harsh weather to come? Senate Bill 7028: My Safe Florida Home Program, approved by Governor DeSantis on April 24, 2024, and effective as of July 1, appropriates a one-time total of $200 million from 2024 to 2025 for the purpose of funding hurricane mitigation grants and inspections, as well as outreach and administration costs, to support homeowners in Florida.

DeSantis Signs New Bill Giving $200 Million To Homeowners

Most people are guilty of doing it at least once in their lives, many people do it by accident, some do it because they find it fun, and others do it for reasons like honoring loved ones. Regardless of the situation, just about everyone has released a balloon. The difference is that intentionally releasing balloons is now illegal by House Bill 321’s standards.

Law Signed By DeSantis Makes It Illegal To Release Balloons In Florida

The Hill

A senior adviser to President Biden is departing the White House to take on a top role advising a major Democratic super PAC ahead of November’s election. Anita Dunn, who has been a member of Biden’s inner circle of aides since he took office, is leaving to work with Future Forward, a group that has committed to spending at least $300 million in support of Vice President Harris, the likely Democratic nominee after Biden ended his candidacy, a source familiar with her plans told The Hill.

Biden adviser Anita Dunn leaving White House to join major Democratic super PAC

Wisconsin State

Fox News

Donald Trump and JD Vance are hitting the battleground states all week, as they counterprogram against the Democratic National Convention in Chicago

Trump, Vance hitting the campaign trail this week to counterprogram Democrats' convention

POLITICO

Opposition to Trump is the unifying force at the DNC.

Democrats just can’t quit Donald Trump

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It's been four decades since Emmy-nominated actor Lloyd Haynes died of lung cancer at only 52 years old. Best known for his compassionate performance as history teacher Pete Dixon on television's groundbreaking, academic-geared dramedy, Room 222 (ABC, 1969-1974), Haynes was beloved by his fans, family, friends and colleagues alike. This is his story.

In Memory of 'Room 222' TV Actor Lloyd Haynes: 4 Decades After His Tragic Death From Lung Cancer

[Note: The quotes and commentary that appear in this article are from an interview the author conducted with David White in 1989.]. Actor David White, who died in 1991, found great success for his best-known and likable performance as the devious advertising executive Larry Tate on the classic TV sitcom,Bewitched (ABC, 1964-1972).

'Bewitched' Actor David White Forever Mourned the Tragic Pan Am/Lockerbie Death of His Son

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Pritzker says Harris ‘spent 4 years’ cleaning up Trump’s ‘mess’

CHICAGO — Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker (D) contrasted former President Trump and Vice President Harris as “the man who left our country a total mess, and...

Pritzker says Harris ‘spent 4 years’ cleaning up Trump’s ‘mess’

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