States Attempting to Add Changes to Medicaid
Luciano Gonzalez Staff Writer A Federal District Court judge has halted an attempt by the state of Kentucky to impose work requirements on people benefiting from Medicaid. Judge James E. Boasberg of the Federal District Court for the District of Columbia stopped the Medicaid changes for the sake of preventing an estimated 95,000 low-income Kentucky citizens from losing access to healthcare through Medicaid. According to … Continue reading States Attempting to Add Changes to Medicaid
Plane Stolen and Crashed at Seattle-Tacoma Airport
Tyra Hilliard Staff Writer The man behind a recent plane hijacking caper at the Seattle-Tacoma Airport has been identified by Washington state law enforcement agencies. As Friday came to a close on Aug. 10, 29-year-old Richard Russell made his way through the Seattle-Tacoma Airport where he then took control over an empty plane. He then flew the plane for approximately 60 minutes, ending his journey … Continue reading Plane Stolen and Crashed at Seattle-Tacoma Airport
NC Board of Education’s Gridlock May End as New Seats Are Up For Grabs
Laura Ashley Powell Staff Writer Two members of North Carolina’s top Board of Education, Bill Cobey and Becky Taylor, will be leaving their positions despite the fact that their terms do not end until next year. Due to their resignations, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper will have the authority to fill their seats without the permission of his Republican counterparts. For months, Democratic Gov. Cooper … Continue reading NC Board of Education’s Gridlock May End as New Seats Are Up For Grabs
Three-Judge Panel Convened in Case Regarding Proposed Constitutional Amendments
Hannah Astin Staff Writer A Wake County Superior Court judge has called for the appointment of a three-judge panel to hear arguments concerning the ballot language for four proposed constitutional amendments. These amendments, spearheaded by the GOP majority in the North Carolina General Assembly, have faced challenges from Democrats since their proposal in July. Attorneys for Governor Roy Cooper, Clean Air Carolina and the North … Continue reading Three-Judge Panel Convened in Case Regarding Proposed Constitutional Amendments
Former White House Advisor Under Attack for Tell-All Memoir
MaryKent Wolff News Editor A former White House aide who previously completed on President Donald Trump’s reality show, “The Apprentice,” is now under attack by the Trump administration after releasing a tell-all book and tapes about the administration. Omarosa Manigault Newman announced in 2016 during Trump’s presidential campaign that she would be serving as the Director of African-American Outreach for the campaign. In December 2016, … Continue reading Former White House Advisor Under Attack for Tell-All Memoir
No Production without Representation
Courtney Cordoza Staff Writer After recent backlash, Scarlett Johansson has made the decision to withdraw from the film “Rub and Tug.” The film will follow the life of Dante “Tex” Gill, a transgender man who owned and operated a string of prostitution rings disguised as massage parlors. Many were not happy with Johansson landing the role, especially those in the LGBT community. It was unnecessary … Continue reading No Production without Representation
“Insatiable” or Unbearable?
Sarah Grace Golden Staff Writer When Netflix unveiled their latest show, “Insatiable,” it was met with instant criticism. Over 230,000 people were so offended that they signed a petition for its removal on Change.org before the pilot was even released. What makes the TV series so controversial? It seems to be running with the same tired format: a fat person isn’t lovable until they … Continue reading “Insatiable” or Unbearable?
Review: Kane Brown
Keia Harris Arts and Entertainment Editor From living on the streets to selling out stadiums, Kane Brown has shown the world that regardless of where your journey starts, you have the ability to paint a beautiful future. Brown was born on Oct. 21, 1993 in Georgia from a mixed raced family, with his mother being caucasian and his father being of black and Cherokee descent. … Continue reading Review: Kane Brown
Review: The First Purge
Keia Harris Arts and Entertainment Editor On July 4, 2018, the movie “The First Purge” was released in theatres nationwide. Written and directed by James DeMonaco, “‘The First Purge’” is the fourth film in the series, bringing the story back to its gruesome origin. With the film bringing in over $9.4 million in its opening weekend, “The First Purge” is the highest grossing entry in … Continue reading Review: The First Purge
Review: Demi Lovato- Sober
Keia Harris Arts and Entertainment Editor At the young age of 25, Demi Lovato has achieved much success through her music and acting career. Yet behind the professional success, she has had her own personal struggles. In recent years she has opened up about her battles with bullying, mental illness and drug abuse. Demi Lovato has supported several organizations, including “STOMP Out Bullying” and “National … Continue reading Review: Demi Lovato- Sober
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