Activist, Pearl Jr, reviews blockbuster films from a Black perspective!
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Justice Who Denied Marriage Won't Resign
The McKay's say they never imagined their drama would attract so much attention. "I had an interview with BBC last night. CNN called," Beth says. She and husband Terence are the newest celebrity couple to hit the airwaves.
Just one day after hearing about the couple's controversy, national media shined the spotlight on Terence and Beth McKay. "I thought it'd be local. We thought just be around this area. It went international," says Terence.
The newly married McKay's say they just wanted a simple wedding ceremony. So the bride called Keith Bardwell, a justice of the peace in Robert, Louisiana. But instead of agreeing to their "I do's", Bardwell said, "I won't" because the couple is interracial.
"He said he does not do interracial couples. He's not going to marry us because your black and I'm white," Terence says recalling what Beth told him. "I was like its 2009."
Murder Charges for Shaniya's Mom?
Maggie Rodriguez spoke with former prosecutor Wendy Murphy about possible murder charges for Shaniya's Davis' mother.
Shaniya Davis Vigil Held here in Fayetteville, NC
I first ask everyone to please pray for her father and family as this crime comes to a shock. We never have anything like this happen here in fayetteville and in the past 3 weeks we have had horrible things happen here.
For those of you who do not know who Shaniya Davis or heard about it, the story can be followed here.
Her body was found yesterday, she was raped then strangled. Her mother sent her off into the world of child prostution.
What makes this story even harder to beleive, Shaniya father wanted to give his daughter the chance to get to know her mother so he brought her to her mother, and only after 3 weeks of being with her mother she was murdered.
Follow the story here: http://nancygrace.blogs.cnn.com/2009/...
Shaniya Davis's Body Found 11/16/09 Rest in Peace Sweet Baby Girl
♥ Shaniya Nicole Davis Is Missing ♥
♥ Music by: Susan Boyle "Wild Horses" ♥
UPDATE: UPDATE: 11/16/09 1:28pm ET They found Shaniya's little Body :( God Bless this little One's Soul!
You will never be forgotten Angel!
Shaniya Davis: 5 Year Old Sold For SEX by Mother?
This video contains the actual 911 call made by Antoinette Davis as she reports her daughter being missing. Was she lying when she made this call? Was Antoinette Davis responsible for this crime? YOU be the judge.
Shaniya Davis' Mother's 911 Call
Shaniya Daviss story starts out sad. Shaniya was the product of a one-night stand between Antoinette Davis and Bradley Lockhart. Bradley, her father, raised her until Antoinette proved recently that she could give baby Shaniya a good home. Not wanting his little girl to grow up without a female role model, Bradley allowed baby Shaniya to go live with her mom.
This wonderful, thoughtful, father made a big mistake. Shaniyas story gets even worse as Antoinette Davis pimped her very own daughter out. She was also arrested 2 days before her babys body was found discarded along a North Carolina Highway. She was charged with human trafficking, prostitution, and child abuse. Her 7 year old son was placed in foster care upon his mothers arrest.
Antoinette Davis reported Shaniya Davis missing a week before her body was found. Police searched high and low for the 5 year old, and the last time she was seen alive was with Mario McNeill in a hotel surveillance camera.
The story of Shaniya Davis so harrowing, I cant even image as a father how Mr. Lockhart is feeling right now. He should know that none of this is his fault, and that authorities will work tirelessly to ensure that justice is served. Lets all say a prayer for Bradley Lockhart and all those that loved baby Shaniya.
Anthony Sowell funerals held for two victims
Anthony Sowell funerals held for two victims
This past weekend, two victims of alleged serial killer Anthony Sowell were laid to rest. Funerals were held for Nancy Cobbs and Michelle Mason, the fourth and seventh of Anthony Sowell’s 11 victims to be identified. The funeral for Nancy Cobbs was held at the House of Wills Funeral Home. Nancy Cobbs was reported missing in June of 2009.
Michelle Mason’s funeral was held at the Holy Spirit Catholic Church. She was reported missing in October of 2008. The horrific murders have stunned a nation and left a community running on empty. The search for additional victims continues as authorities have moved their investigation to an abandoned house next door to the home of Anthony Sowell.
Nancy Cobbs was a grandmother of five children and a mother of three: Audrey Williams, Kyana Hunt, and William L. Hunt III. The three leaned on each other for emotional support during the service that was filled with grief and mourning.
Michelle Mason’s mother, Adlean Atterberry was comforted by those who came to show their sorrow and support. Previously, Adlean Atterberry was reported as saying that she believed Anthony Sowell had removed fliers that she had placed in the neighborhood when Michelle went missing. Michelle Mason was cremated as reports said that her body had been too decomposed for a burial.
At the end of Michelle Mason’s funeral service, mourners released balloons into the wind in memory of Michelle.
There have been ten victims identified in the Anthony Sowell murder case. They are as follows:
Tonia Carmichael, 52
Nancy Cobbs, 45
Tishana Culver, 31
Crystal Dozier, 38
Telacia Fortson, 31
Amelda Hunter, 47
Michelle Mason, 45
Kim Yvette Smith, 44
Janice Webb, 49
This past weekend, two victims of alleged serial killer Anthony Sowell were laid to rest. Funerals were held for Nancy Cobbs and Michelle Mason, the fourth and seventh of Anthony Sowell’s 11 victims to be identified. The funeral for Nancy Cobbs was held at the House of Wills Funeral Home. Nancy Cobbs was reported missing in June of 2009.
Michelle Mason’s funeral was held at the Holy Spirit Catholic Church. She was reported missing in October of 2008. The horrific murders have stunned a nation and left a community running on empty. The search for additional victims continues as authorities have moved their investigation to an abandoned house next door to the home of Anthony Sowell.
Nancy Cobbs was a grandmother of five children and a mother of three: Audrey Williams, Kyana Hunt, and William L. Hunt III. The three leaned on each other for emotional support during the service that was filled with grief and mourning.
Michelle Mason’s mother, Adlean Atterberry was comforted by those who came to show their sorrow and support. Previously, Adlean Atterberry was reported as saying that she believed Anthony Sowell had removed fliers that she had placed in the neighborhood when Michelle went missing. Michelle Mason was cremated as reports said that her body had been too decomposed for a burial.
At the end of Michelle Mason’s funeral service, mourners released balloons into the wind in memory of Michelle.
There have been ten victims identified in the Anthony Sowell murder case. They are as follows:
Tonia Carmichael, 52
Nancy Cobbs, 45
Tishana Culver, 31
Crystal Dozier, 38
Telacia Fortson, 31
Amelda Hunter, 47
Michelle Mason, 45
Kim Yvette Smith, 44
Janice Webb, 49
March on Cleveland City Hall and Council Meeting on November 30th, 2009 at 5:00p
An activist stands across the street from the site where Anthony Sowell murdered 11 African-American women and calls for a march on Cleveland City Hall and Council at 5pm on November 30th, 2009. There has been ongoing protest regarding the comments made by Cleveland Chief of Police Michael McGrath, the lack of action by City Councilman Zack Reed, and the avoidance of any public discussion of policy change by Mayor Frank G. Jackson.
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