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April 25, 2013 at 2:15pm
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Former Notre Dame Star Skylar Diggins Signs w/ Jay-Z’s Roc Nation Sports

Former Notre Dame star and the third pick in the WNBA draft, Skylar Diggins is the latest high profile athlete to sign on with Jay-Z’s Roc Nation Sports management company.

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April 24, 2013 at 9:50am
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Rush Limbaugh Compares Boston Bombing Supsect to Trayvon Martin

On his radio show, Rush Limbaugh compared Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev to Trayvon Martin, asserting that both have been treated similarly by the media. He claims that in both cases the media painted light, innocent portraits of “bad people.”

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April 23, 2013 at 11:35am
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Two Harper High School Students Awarded Gates Millennium Scholarships!

Despite Harper High’s much-publicized struggles with violence, two of its students – Deonte Tanner and Brittney Knight – are Harper High’s first Gates Millennium Scholars! They’ll have tuition, room, and board paid for at the college of their choice.

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April 23, 2013 at 10:02am
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Mississippi Mayoral Candidate Admits to Past Life as a Prostitute

Vicksburg, MS mayoral candidate Linda Fondren has admitted to working as a prostitute 30 years ago; her current husband was actually one of her clients. She believes her past should not disqualify her from public office, and hopes her success will inspire others to turn their lives around.

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April 23, 2013 at 9:41am
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George Bush Says “There’s No Need to Defend Myself” Regarding Legacy

In a recent interview, former President George W. Bush doubled down on his legacy, asserting that he has no reason to apologize for or defend any of his actions (or inaction) during his controversial presidency.

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April 22, 2013 at 3:35pm
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Lauryn Hill’s Sentencing Postponed; Has Two Weeks to Pay $504,000 in Back Taxes

Lauryn Hill was set to be sentenced today for tax evasion, But Ms. Hill caught a break. The judge has postponed sentencing, and given her two weeks to come up with $504,000 in back taxes.

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April 22, 2013 at 11:18am
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African Students Awarded $25,000 for Inventing Soap That Stops Spread of Malaria

Two African students- Gérard Niyondiko and Moctar Dembélé – have been awarded $25,000 for inventing a soap that repels mosquitoes. The soap is intended to stop the spread of malaria, which is among the leading causes of death in Central Africa.

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April 22, 2013 at 9:47am
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Golf Prodigy Ginger Howard is Youngest Member of LPGA

Many of us may not be familiar with the name Ginger Howard; but that may quickly change in the coming month. At just 18 years-old, golf prodigy Ginger Howard is the youngest member of the LPGA (Ladies Professional Golf Association). And her younger sister Robi (16) may be right behind her.

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April 19, 2013 at 2:30pm
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From the White House to the Southside: Can Digital Media Save Young People’s Lives?

Join us to explore the possibilities of transforming the lives of young people through new media technologies. Featuring Cathy Cohen, Biko Baker, Martin Marcias, and more! The event takes place on April 20th, from 3 to 6pm at Experimental Station; 6100 South Blackstone Avenue, Chicago, IL

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April 19, 2013 at 11:50am
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Remake of ‘Mahogany’ In the Works

A remake of the 1970′s classic Mahogany is reportedly in the works; it will be produced by former Motown executive and producer Suzanne de Passe and her partner Phillip Madison Jones. Would you see a remake of “Mahogany?” Who should take on Diana Ross’ role?

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