Barber

Double Amputee Barber Faces Uncertain Future as ICE Moves to Deport Him Despite State Pardon

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LUMPKIN, Ga. — Rodney Taylor, a barber from Gwinnett County, is currently facing a potential deportation that has drawn national attention amid ongoing debates about immigration policy. Nearly 50 years ago, Taylor was brought to the United States from Liberia on a medical visa at the age of two to receive life-saving treatment that included the amputation of both legs. Taylor’s struggles have resurfaced due to a juvenile conviction from his teenage years, which has triggered action from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). His case highlights the often complex and sometimes harsh realities of … Read more

David Armstrong Barber Faces First-Degree Murder Charges in Brevard County for the Death of Jessie Kirk

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Titusville, FL – A Brevard County Grand Jury has recently indicted David Armstrong Barber on the charge of first-degree murder in connection to the death of Jessie Kirk. The decision followed a detailed examination of case evidence that linked Barber to the fatal incident, which has resonated deeply within the local community. The indictment specifies that Barber, aged 50, was responsible for Kirk’s death under circumstances that suggest premeditation, a key element necessary for charges of first-degree murder. This serious charge implies that the act was deliberate and thought out beforehand, painting a grim picture … Read more

St. Louis Repeals Outdated Nighttime Ban on Barber Shops, Breaking Barriers for Black Businesses

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St. Louis, Missouri – Night owls in need of a trim or a fresh shave will soon find it easier as St. Louis repeals an old law that previously prohibited barbershops from operating past 10 p.m. This outdated regulation, largely understood as targeting predominantly Black-owned businesses, limited how late these shops could serve their communities. The change is not only an effort to modernize business operations but also a strike against what many see as a racially biased law. The ordinance in question dates back over a century, originally instated with the claim of preventing … Read more