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U.S. Supreme Court orders “radical reduction” in California prison population

Rusty Ray, Executive Editor — Mon, 23 May 2011 22:54:06 +0000

The United States Supreme Court today ruled, in a narrow 5-4 decision, that California must release as many as 46,000 inmates -- the equivalent of three Army divisions -- to address the state's prison overcrowding problem...

Nashville’s Zombie Prom gives enthusiasts a chance to “terrorize the living” in a creative way with makeup and costumes

Rusty Ray, Executive Editor — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 16:37:29 +0000

It all started with me being infected with an invitation to the 2nd Annual Promocalypse 2011, sponsored by TattooSnob.com & held at The Cannery Ballroom in Nashville, Tennessee. Then, it slowly goes down hill with my hair. I don't know what possessed me, but I seemed to want fuschia-colored locks for this event. Once I started to wash the bleach out, the entire shower fixture comes completely off before the rinse-out, so I had to run to the kitchen and finish rinsing there...

The man who could: Trump forces President Obama to release official birth record

Rusty Ray, Executive Editor — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 14:49:36 +0000

U.S. President Barack Obama on Wednesday wrote the obituary on the debate over where he was born when the White House took the unusual step of releasing Obama’s long form birth certificate. VIEW THE LONG FORM BIRTH CERTIFICATE The larger story, however, may not be what was or was not contained in Obama’s official birth record, but rather, the actions of the businessman who compelled the President to take the extraordinary action...

One step closer: Texas Republican Ron Paul eyes 2012 presidential bid, says Americans are “sick and tired” of war

Rusty Ray, Executive Editor — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 04:41:33 +0000

Ron Paul (R-TX) announced on Tuesday that he has formed an exploratory committee to consider a possible run for the White House in 2012. Paul ran unsuccessfully as a Libertarian in 1988, and again as a Republican in 2008. “Today, I'm announcing that I did file for an exploratory committee with the FEC to run for president on the Republican ticket," Paul said at a press conference in Iowa...

AT THE FOOT OF THE CROSS: Memories of a Christian soldier

Rusty Ray, Executive Editor — Sun, 24 Apr 2011 08:45:32 +0000

The October evening my teacher and I had chosen to visit him turned out to be a resplendent one. The sun was gently settling in the western sky as gray clouds, playfully drawing pictures of obscure objects, tinted the distant horizon. A seasonal breeze spoke softly to us, reminding us that we would soon need our autumn jackets. As we pulled into Uncle Lew’s driveway, we couldn’t help but notice the pieces of time that speckled his yard...

McDonald’s “shocked” by Baltimore, Maryland video of woman’s assault over using restaurant bathroom

Rusty Ray, Executive Editor — Sat, 23 Apr 2011 16:42:39 +0000

One victim and two attackers are not loving it today after an alleged vicious beating was captured on video at a McDonald's franchise in Baltimore, Maryland. The three-minute video shows a 14-year old and 18-year old female punching the 22-year-old victim in the face, pulling her hair, and shoving her to the ground...

Report: Apple’s iOS 4 operating system “secretly compiling” customers’ location data, poses serious privacy concern

Rusty Ray, Executive Editor — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 16:24:51 +0000

In a report presented this week at a California technology conference, two computer programmers revealed that Apple’s iOS 4 operating system is secretly compiling and storing location data on devices such as iPhones, 3G iPads and any computer to which they are synced. The researchers, Alasdair Allan and Pete Warden, were initially interested in data visualization and what information was accessible on the Apple devices. This led them to the discovery of a hidden backup file on a Mac, which they explained during the Where 2.0 conference on location technology...

“Happy Days” stars sue CBS, Paramount for $40 million

Rusty Ray, Executive Editor — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 20:33:13 +0000

Four actors – and the estate of a fifth one – from the #12 TV series of all-time are suing CBS Studios and Paramount Pictures for breach of contract and fraud. READ THE FULL LAWSUIT HERE Anson Williams, Marion Ross, Don Most, Erin Moran and the executor of Tom Bosley’s estate, all characters from the hit sitcom “Happy Days”, which ran from ...

ACLU warns data extraction device used by Michigan cops may violate citizens’ privacy

Rusty Ray, Executive Editor — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 14:45:58 +0000

A device which can recover hidden and deleted data from more than 3,000 mobile phones and GPS devices is drawing fire from the American Civil Liberties Union of Michigan. The UFED Physical Pro extraction device, sold by Cellebrite, has been used by the Michigan State Police (MSP) for several years as a “mobile forensics solution” capable of retrieving phone book details, text messages, call history, deleted text messages, audio recordings, and video pictures and images, according to the manufacturer...

COMMENTARY: Repeal the health insurance bill

Rusty Ray, Executive Editor — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 19:33:51 +0000

The issue of a national health insurance bill has been a controversial topic for both Democrats as well as Republicans. President Barrack Obama proposed a health care bill that requires all individuals to purchase health insurance...

Don’t show me your circumcision papers: Arizona Gov. vetoes birther bill

Rusty Ray, Executive Editor — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 15:36:22 +0000

Arizona Gov. Jan Brewer on Monday vetoed House Bill 2177, legislation that would have empowered designated election officials in that state to determine if federal, state and local candidates were qualified to run for office. The so-called “birther” bill would have required presidential candidates to prove they were a natural born citizen pursuant to Article II, Section I of the United States Constitution...

In the spotlight: BlogTV’s WickedUncleErnie gets an “adrenaline rush” when he’s in the music zone

Rusty Ray, Executive Editor — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 14:51:20 +0000

I was fortunate to have a chance to walk down memory lane with one of my favorite BlogTV broadcasters, Wicked Uncle Ernie. "Wic", as he is affectionately known to his fans, was influenced by music all of his life. He is adept at creating his own songs and plays a variety of instruments...

S&P negative: One-in-three likelihood U.S. could lose AAA credit rating within two years

Rusty Ray, Executive Editor — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 16:22:45 +0000

An analyst with Standard & Poor’s Ratings Services said on Monday that despite the U.S. dollar’s preeminent place among world currencies, unless policymakers agree on solutions to immediate fiscal challenges, the nation could lose its 'AAA' credit rating. As a result of the U.S.’ mounting debt and deficit problems, S&P revised its outlook on the long-term credit rating from stable to negative...

Wal-mart workers claim retailer’s “unchecked discretion” to store managers for pay and promotion opportunities creates gender bias

Rusty Ray, Executive Editor — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 16:22:28 +0000

A class action lawsuit filed by six women against retail giant Wal-Mart alleges the company created a culture of gender bias by more than 500 managers in thousands of stores across America. The United States Supreme Court on Tuesday heard oral arguments from attorneys representing the women and Wal-Mart...

Patrick the miracle puppy

Rusty Ray, Executive Editor — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 05:20:06 +0000

A pit bull puppy that was allegedly brutalized and left for dead by a New Jersey woman has earned the title of “Patrick The Miracle Puppy.” Big 3 News contributor Candace brings word of the dog that is winning America’s hearts with a Facebook fan page that is growing fast. According to New Jersey officials and media outlets, the dog’s owner starved ...