By Tierney Sneed and Fredreka Schouten, CNN Updated 5:09 PM EDT, Mon May 6, 2024 The Louisiana Capitol is seen, April 4, 2023, in Baton Rouge, La. Stephen Smith/AP/FileCNN — Nearly two years after a federal judge said that Louisiana’s congressional map diluted Black voting power, Black voters are at risk of voting for a […]
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Did Miss USA Noelia Voigt’s resignation statement contain a hidden message?
Brendan Morrow USA TODAY Noelia Voigt’s decision to relinquish her Miss USA crown has sparked a flurry of online speculation after fans noticed a strange detail about her statement. Voigt, who was awarded Miss USA in September 2023, announced in statement Monday on Instagram that she has decided to resign from the […]
Birmingham Stallions Move Pass Memphis Clinch Playoff Spot 39-21
by Don Mooney QB Adrian Martinez sets UFL record with four touchdowns in one game against Showboats. photo by Don Mooney Memphis, TENN–With their thirteen-consecutive win, dating back to last season, the Stallions secured a spot in the playoffs by dominating the Memphis Showboats , 39-21. The win clears the […]
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TEXAS Henry Cuellar’s Indictment Creates a Mess for Democrats in Texas The Texas Democrat vowed to continue his bid for reelection despite a federal indictment, and it could cost his party the seat. Casey Murray and Ryan Hernández May 03, 2024 05:07 PM | Updated: May 03, 2024 05:18 PM Rep. Henry […]
China’s electric cars pile up unbought at European ports
Despite positive reviews and low sticker prices, Western buyers aren’t yet convinced China’s EVs can be trusted By TOM STACEYAPRIL 30, 2024 China’s automotive industry has revolutionized over the past decade, from producing basic Western clones to making cars that equal the world’s best. As the manufacturing powerhouse of the world, China is […]
Michigan Runs Past Showboats 35-18
Wes Hills celebrates after scoring his first touchdown in 2024 and followed it up with two more scores, the most rushing touchdowns in a single game this season in the UFL. photo by Don Mooney by Don Mooney Memphis, TENN — Michigan Panthers landed in Memphis to take care of […]
“We’re Done.” 97.1 The Freak Fires On-Air Crew, Will Return to Rock Radio Format
By Kelly Dearmore April 26, 2024 The Old Grey Wolf, Mike Rhyner, and many of his co-workers at 97.1 are out of a job. Mike Brooks Sixteen months after making a major splash on North Texas radio, talk radio station 97.1 The Freak will stop freaking. Citing anonymous sources only, Athlon Sports’ […]
Large Turnout: D.C. Delivers Hands-On Services To Memphis Area Veterans
by Don Mooney 4-25-2024 Memphis, TENN—“Equip God’s people and empower the community globally” is part of the mission statement for Riverside Baptist Church (affectionately known as the The River), located in southern Memphis, Tn, has historically served the community since 1874. The past two days the church building was transformed […]
Biden promised not to cut Medicare, but he did when he cut Medicare Advantage
BY JAIME HERRERA BEUTLER, OPINION CONTRIBUTOR – 04/20/24 10:00 AM ET During his State of the Union Address, President Biden pledged never to cut a single Medicare benefit and, if anyone tried to do so, vowed, “I will stop them.” However, the Centers for Medicare Medicaid Services (CMS) recently cut Medicare for 33 million seniors […]
Appeals Court Rules Cops Can Physically Make You Unlock Your Phone
The 9th Circuit determined that forcibly mashing a suspect’s thumb into his phone to unlock it was akin to fingerprinting him at the police station. JOE LANCASTER | 4.19.2024 12:50 PM (Prostockstudio | Dreamstime.com) As we keep more and more personal data on our phones, iPhone and Android devices now have some of the most advanced […]