Monthly Archives: November 2016

#RayTensing Trial | Verdict Watch

Posted on November 10, 2016 by SouthernGirl2

CINCINNATI — After learning that the jury in Ray Tensing’s murder trial was not close to a verdict Wednesday, Judge Megan Shanahan sequestered them overnight. Deliberations resumed at Thursday around 8:45 a.m., and a verdict could very well follow. The … Continue reading →

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Thursday Open Thread

Posted on November 10, 2016 by rikyrah

Just having fun today. It’s been a draining race, just wanted something fun and upbeat today I subscribe to this channel. I think Elle is adorable. ICYMI Solange on SNL. She has really come into her own. And, my latest … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Open Thread: The 45th President of the United States

Posted on November 9, 2016 by rikyrah

I don’t know, And I am tired. Never more disappointed in this country. No way should this have ever been close.

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Police Officer #MichaelSlager on Trial for the Murder of #WalterScott Day 4

Posted on November 8, 2016 by SouthernGirl2

CHARLESTON, S.C. – Two police officers testified Monday that the account Michael Slager gave them about shooting Walter Scott in the minutes after the slaying contradicted a dramatic cellphone video of the unarmed black motorist’s death. The trial of Slager, … Continue reading →

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Officer #RayTensing on Trial for the Murder of #SamDuBose Day 7

Posted on November 8, 2016 by SouthernGirl2

CINCINNATI — Ray Tensing must be haunted by the face of Sam DuBose. That seemed clear even before autopsy photos showing the gaping bullet holes in DuBose’s head popped up on the video monitor in front of Tensing during Monday’s … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Open Thread: Voting Day

Posted on November 8, 2016 by rikyrah

By the end of the night, we will know who the 45th President of the United States will be. Have your voice heard: GET OUT AND VOTE.    

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Todd Kohlhepp | What We Know About the Man Accused of Kidnapping Kala Brown

Posted on November 7, 2016 by SouthernGirl2

Investigators are still scouring the 100-acre property in South Carolina where a woman who had been missing for two months was found with a chain around her neck inside a metal storage container. A tip led investigators to the large … Continue reading →

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Jury selection begins in the #DylannRoof Murder Trial

Posted on November 7, 2016 by SouthernGirl2

CHARLESTON — Jury selection in the trial of a white man accused of killing nine African-Americans begins Monday in Charleston, once again putting South Carolina and race relations in the South in a national spotlight. But in the case of … Continue reading →

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Officer #RayTensing on Trial for the Murder of #SamDuBose Day 6

Posted on November 7, 2016 by SouthernGirl2

CINCINNATI — One juror has dropped out of the Ray Tensing murder trial, Judge Megan Shanahan announced in court Monday morning. Juror alternate No. 4, a white female, removed herself from service due to safety and privacy concerns brought up … Continue reading →

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Monday Open Thread: Remembering the Obama Years

Posted on November 7, 2016 by rikyrah

I know that I am not ready to say goodbye. I can’t believe that 8 years has gone by in a flash. We didn’t deserve you, President and Mrs. Obama, but I am so happy that we got you.   … Continue reading →

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