Seeks

Pioneering Voice of “Soul Train” Seeks Compensation for 50 Years of Iconic Scream

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LITTLE ROCK, Ark. — The iconic TV show “Soul Train” is facing a federal lawsuit filed by Joe Cobb, one of its original voices. Cobb, who famously introduced the show with his soulful scream, is seeking at least $75,000 in back royalties from the current owners of the show, Paramount Global, CBS Entertainment, and Black Entertainment Television. Cobb’s association with “Soul Train” dates back to the 1960s when he and Don Cornelius, the show’s creator, worked together at WVON, a Black radio station in Chicago. While Cobb initially used the phrase “soul train” as a … Read more

Former elected official accused of killing Las Vegas reporter seeks speedy trial as new attorney takes over

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LAS VEGAS (AP) — A former elected official in Las Vegas accused of murdering an investigative reporter is seeking a new trial date. Robert Telles, the former Democratic county administrator, has hired a new attorney, Robert Draskovich, and hopes to go to trial as early as March 18. Telles, who has pleaded not guilty to the murder charge, recently failed in his second attempt to remove the judge overseeing his case due to alleged bias against him. Prosecutors argue that there is substantial evidence linking Telles to the crime, including DNA found under the victim’s … Read more

Atlanta Judicial Commission Seeks Nominations for Municipal Court Judge Position

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Atlanta, Georgia – The Atlanta Judicial Commission is currently accepting nominations for the position of Municipal Court Judge in Atlanta Municipal Court. The commission invites members of the bar and the general public to submit nominations. Interested individuals must submit their nominations in writing by February 10, 2024, to the Atlanta Judicial Commission. To be eligible for the position, nominees should be at least 25 years old, residents of Atlanta for a minimum of one year prior to appointment, and have practiced law in Georgia for at least five years. The Commission will provide the … Read more

Iowa Teacher Fights Back Against Controversial Book Ban Law, Seeks Guidance for Inclusive Education

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Des Moines, Iowa – A special education teacher in Des Moines Public Schools has expressed concerns over the removal of books from his classroom due to a new state education law. Dan Gutmann, along with several other plaintiffs, has filed a lawsuit against the state over the law, which restricts instruction and curriculum relating to gender identity and sexual orientation for students up to sixth grade. The law also bans books that depict sex acts. While a federal judge has temporarily blocked the enforcement of major portions of the law, Gutmann and other educators still … Read more