Los Angeles City Council: Occupy Ordinance

“Over the past 30 years, almost all the gains to the economy have accrued to the very top income earners-largely the top 1%, who now control 40% of the wealth.”

Berlusconi says goodbye, goodbye, and goodbye

Italy’s beleaguered PM has taken the time to promise never to run again, and is still saying goodbye, according to the Washington Post.

Zulu’s urged to switch to fake fur

When one thinks of people wearing fur it’s more the glamorous Hollywood types and the rest of the glitteratzi that come to mind. Perhaps the last image one has is that of South Africa’s Zulus and how their traditional dress could be threatening the big cats.

Musings From The Edge: Bring In The Clowns

The Republicans are saying, in effect, “I will support anyone no matter how smart, how dumb, or what kind of character flaws he may have if he can defeat President Obama.”

What time and where is tonight’s GOP debate?

Politico provides some insight into tonight’s debate and you can also find the time it kicks off and where you can watch it inside.

Ohio voters undo anti-union law

Ohio voters thwart Republican efforts to destroy collective bargaining by two-to-one margin.

Driving? Hang Up, Damn It!

People who text and drive are 56% more likely to get into an accident than a driver who’s concentrating on the road.

Republicans poised to take over Virginia senate

The GOP is making inroads all over the country thanks to the tanking economy left to Barack Obama by George Bush. Now, in a real nail biter, it looks like they may end up with the majority in Virginia’s senate.

Life Threatening Storm of Epic Magnitude to Slam Alaska

Evacuations were underway Tuesday along the western coast of Alaska as a once-in-a-generation storm bore down on the region, bringing destructive waves and hurricane-force winds.

Los Angeles Amends Barking Dog Law-Fines Increase

The Los Angeles City Council approves hefty fines for barking dogs.

Mississippi Defeats “At Life Fertilization”

Mississippi voters Tuesday defeated a ballot initiative that would’ve declared life begins at fertilization.