The FBI Reveals Documents on the Murder of The Notorious B.I.G.

More than 14 years after his death, the FBI has revealed as part of the Freedom of Information Act details about Notorious B.I.G.'s murder, including information about how he was killed with rare ammunition. The online reading room called The Vault that allows for a search of the bureau's documents has been published last week. Consequently, details on how the legendary rapper has been killed in Los Angeles have emerged. It appears that Biggie was killed with a German-made Gecko 9mm gun, one that is not commonly found in the United States. Furthermore, the documents reveals information about some Los Angeles Police Department officers involved with the case having gang ties, and how they were able to mislead the process of investigation.

Although most of the information related to the murder has been known by the public, The Vault also shed light on items B.I.G. had at the time of the shooting. As shown, Biggie was said to be carrying a plastic baggy with marijuana, an asthma inhaler and three Magnum condoms. That evening, he was wearing Karl Kani jeans, Timberland boots and a Bernini sweater.
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Expand Voters’ Rights to Recall Politicians

By Howard Rich


With American politicians still refusing to substantively address the looming consequences of their fiscal irresponsibility, it only makes sense that voters are feeling frustrated and powerless. Last November’s elections sent an unambiguous message to leaders at all levels of government that unsustainable spending will no longer be tolerated – yet it’s becoming increasingly obvious that only a handful of leaders are heeding this message.

If our nation is to be governed in a manner consistent with the taxpayers’ best interests moving forward, then serious structural reforms are necessary. In addition to passing term limits that cap politicians’ time in office – the right of voters to recall their elected officials should also be expanded.
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There's A Possible Gov't Shutdown And Sen. Orrin Hatch Says The President Isn't Really Leading

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Your Guide to a Government Shutdown

By Adam Bitely and Rebekah Rast


What happens if the government shuts down? Well, nothing really, and the consequences of a shutdown are really rather mundane.

The worst part of it all, Congress would still be working, oh, and all government museums and tourist sites will close.

For a more in-depth look at what day-to-day life would be like during a government shutdown, here are a few common questions answered:

Federal Workers

What will happen to federal workers in the event of a government shutdown?

First, not all federal employees will be affected by a shutdown. Non-essential employees will not report to work, but essential employees will. In the past, even though the non-essential workers were at home and not working during the government shutdown, they still received all of their pay retroactively. According to the Houston Chronicle, “[f]ewer than half of the 2.1 million federal workers subject to a shutdown would be forced off the job if the Obama administration followed the path taken by presidents Ronald Reagan, George H.W. Bush and Bill Clinton.”

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Power for the people

By Paul Driessen


In a scene reminiscent of Colonial Williamsburg, for 16 years Thabo Molubi and his partner had made furniture in South Africa’s outback, known locally as the “veld,” using nothing but hand and foot power. When an electrical line finally reached the area, they installed lights, power saws and drills. Their productivity increased fourfold, and they hired local workers to make, sell and ship far more tables and chairs of much higher quality, thereby also commanding higher prices.

Living standards soared, and local families were able to buy and enjoy lights, refrigerators, televisions, computers and other technologies that Americans and Europeans often take for granted. They could even charge their cell phones at home! The area was propelled into the modern era, entrepreneurial spirits were unleashed, new businesses opened, and hundreds of newly employed workers joined the global economy.

People benefited even on the very edge of the newly electrified area. Bheki Vilakazi opened a small shop where people could charge their cell phones before heading into the veld, where instant communication can mean life or death in the event of an accident, automobile breakdown or encounter with wild animals.
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N.Y. Councilman To Save Minorities From Fast Food Chains

Asserting that “low-income and minority neighborhoods” are being targeted by fast-food chains, a New York City councilman is introducing legislation to ban the popular eateries from including toys with kids’ meals that don’t meet strict nutritional standards.

San Francisco passed a similar law last year aimed at certain fast-food franchises that promote children’s meals—usually featuring a burger or cheeseburger, fries and a soda—by including free toys in the package. Approved by the San Francisco Board of Supervisors in November, the measure forbids free toys with meals that exclude fruits and vegetables and exceed caloric, fat and sugar limits.

Crafted by a Democrat from Queens (Leroy Comrie), the New York bill is very similar to San Francisco’s, though the famously liberal city by the bay didn’t play the race card. Comrie’s bill requires eateries that offer toys with food to assure that meals have low fat and low sodium totals and less than 500 calories. If it passes, violators will face rather hefty penalties of $200 to $2,500 for repeat offenders that use toys to sell unhealthy meals.

Ironically, Comrie is quite overweight and has likely downed many fattening cheeseburgers and fries without the lure of a free toy. Could it be that he’s the victim of a conspiracy by evil fast-food restaurants that unscrupulously push their tasty, artery-clogging treats in the inner city? 

Regardless, Comrie’s measure compliments Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s campaign to control what New Yorkers eat. Last year the self-professed salt and junk-food lover used City Hall to ban trans fat in restaurants and force eateries to post calorie counts. Bloomberg also launched a widespread anti-salt campaign that has cost taxpayers $370,000.

Glenn Beck Explains Why He's Leaving FOX News

FOX News host Glenn Beck announced Wednesday he would be ending his highly rated daily program on the FOX News Channel at the end of the year, but will continue "to develop and produce a variety of television projects for air" on FOX News and other related digital platforms.

Beck used the last few minutes of his show on Wednesday to explain his departure. "When I took this job I didn't take it because it was going to be a career for me. Paul Revere did not get up on the horse and say, 'I'm going to do this for the rest of my life.' He didn't do it. He got off his horse at some point and fought in the revolution, and then he went back to silversmithing."
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It was rumored Beck had a contentious relationship with FOX, despite the popularity of his program -- the third highest-rated show on the channel.

Christie: Teachers Unions are Political Thugs

Gov. Chris Christie of New Jersey didn't hold back when referring to teachers unions as "political thugs".  And, judging by what was witnessed in Wisconsin, he's right on the mark.  While making clear that he respected teachers and the job they do, he pointed out that the union leaders do not care about children, education, or the success of pupils, but merely about power.

"I believe the teachers in New Jersey in the main are wonderful public servants that care deeply. But their union, their union are a group of political thugs," Christie said.


Christie also criticized Obama for not leading during a time of economic difficulty.  Despite the massive deficit and skyrocketing debt, Democrats are refusing to cut any programs or spending.  You can be sure they'll blame any government shut down on the GOP despite that they refused to pass a budget last year which has resulted in the current fiscal crisis.


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Two Men Arrested In DJ Megatron Murder Case

By Allen Starbury

A week after his death, and a day after he was laid to rest, two men have been arrested and charged in the shooting death of popular New York disc jockey, DJ Megatron.

According to NY1.com, 20-year-old Richard Cromwell, and 21-year-old William Williams were charged Wednesday (April 6) with second-degree murder, criminal possession of a weapon, stolen property and robbery.

At press time, it was unclear where the suspects were being held, and if they were offered bond.

Megatron (real name: Corey McGriff) was shot and killed in the early morning hours of March 27th, just down the street from his Staten Island home.

Initial reports didn't offer details about the incident, but a couple days later, it was revealed that the DJ was buying marijuana and a cigar at around 2 a.m. when he was shot and killed.

When paramedics and police arrived on the scenes, he was pronounced dead.

Megatron built his name as a DJ on WQHT Hot 97 in New York City, and then later parlayed his popularity into a regular spot on BET's "106 & Park."

He leaves behind three children and a wife.

Gloria James, LeBron’s Mom, Arrested on Misdemeanor Assault Charge

Gloria James: Multiple reports out of Miami claim that the mother of Heat superstar LeBron James was arrested at the Fontainebleau hotel in South Beach early Thursday morning. According to TV station WSVN-7, it was a misdemeanor assault charge. [UPDATE: According to Radar, Gloria James scuffled with a valet parking attendant at 4:57 am.] The last time she was arrested, in 2006, she was charged with DWI and famously kicked out the side window of a police cruiser after being cuffed and put in the car. [Herald, NBC Miami]

Tsunami Warning Issued After Large Quake Strikes Off Northeastern Japan's Coast

DEVELOPING: TOKYO -- Japan was rattled by a strong aftershock and tsunami warning Thursday night nearly a month after a devastating earthquake and tsunami flattened the northeastern coast.

The Japan meteorological agency issued a tsunami warning for a wave of up to 6 feet. The warning was issued for a coastal area already torn apart by last month's tsunami, which is believed to have killed some 25,000 people and has sparked an ongoing crisis at a nuclear power plant.

Officials say Thursday's aftershock was a 7.1-magnitude and hit 25 miles under the water and off the coast of Miyagi prefecture. The quake that preceded last month's tsunami was a 9.0-magnitude.

Officials at the crippled Fukushima Dai-ichi nuclear plant say there are no new signs of problems after the strong aftershock.

Buildings as far away as Tokyo shook for about a minute.

In Ichinoseki, inland from Japan's eastern coast, buildings shook violently, knocking items from shelves and toppling furniture, but there was no heavy damage to the buildings themselves. Immediately after the quake, all power was cut. The city went dark, but cars drove around normally and people assembled in the streets despite the late hour.

U.S. Geological Survey gave the preliminary magnitude as 7.4 and it struck off the eastern coast 60 miles from Sendai and 90 miles from Fukushima. It was about 215 miles from Tokyo.

The depth was 25 miles. Shallower quakes tend to be more destructive.

Hundreds of aftershocks have shaken the northeast region devastated by the March 11 earthquake, but few have been stronger than 7.0.

A Pacific Tsunami Warning Center evaluation of the quake said an oceanwide tsunami was not expected.

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