The Joy of Life is a mysterious thing which you either have, know you have it, and experience it daily if not all the time — or something has caused it to drain away, leaving you with an empty feeling, knowing not what you have lost.
Have you ever watched a dog that knows it is time to go for a walk? They are wagging all over, tail included. As they walk along, their head is up – unless it is down sniffing around at all the other smells. Their excitement does not lag as they go along, either. They are pulling on their leashes as a rule, and it does not matter what size the dog is.
How long has it been since you experienced the excitement of looking forward to something during your day? It could be something as small as a child's smile or a small hand holding yours, or it could be meeting a friend or loved one for lunch. The possibilities are endless, aren't they?
Or are they? Have the daily vicissitudes (wear and tear) worn you down to a nubbin? Are you so caught up in what you have to do, what has to be done, and know you cannot do it all that your days disappear? It is like a thief in the night, for when you turn around, time seems to have evaporated before your very eyes. You look back over the last few days, or months, or years, and wonder where it all went.
The solution? Pay attention daily, hourly, and by the minute. Do not let time slip through your fingers like sands in an hourglass.
Be alert! Look for it! Be like the dog who is looking forward to going for a walk. Be enthusiastic! When was the last time you "wagged your tail" over something you wanted to do?
Life comes to us in the present — not tomorrow or yesterday or even five minutes ago. It is the very second you are reading this, only to slip away into the past. What choices you make NOW do make a difference!
Do you have a dream that has dissipated into a ghost of its former self? DREAMS and GOALS help us to achieve more than we deemed possible, because SYNERGY comes into play. When was the last time you thought about your DREAMS or GOALS as a possibility/probability? Have you shelved them as improbable? You shoot yourself down before anyone else has a chance to do it! Perhaps you think you are too old? Too young? Do not have enough money? Do not have any time for such foolishness?
Any step you could take to achieve these dreams and goals is NEVER TOO SMALL! If you would take the step you see, it will lead you on…just like Dorothy in the Wizard of Oz did in the "Follow the Yellow Brick Road!" Along the way (where she tried to get back home), she was accompanied by Toto, her little dog, and then the Scarecrow (without a Brain), a Tin Man (without a heart), and the Cowardly Lion (without a medal). The Wizard of Oz came up with a solution, which worked for him just fine. It took the Good Witch of the North to show her that the Red Slippers could take her home if she just thought correctly. Ideas are like that as well. If you have the courage to begin it, life unfolds before you like a flower. Yes, you may have to pay in time and effort, but think of the fun you could have along the way!
Each day should be like a banquet, with the table spread before you containing all you could enjoy. What would your table look like? What do you want from life? Is mere existence enough, with one day melting into all the others along the way? Or do you want more? Define it. Write it down. Think about it. What step would begin it?
The Joy of Life is not afar off. It awaits you…with every choice you make today. Are you willing?


Ultrasound therapy is a medical treatment used most often by chiropractic physicians, physical therapist or occupational therapists to treat and manage pain, promote tissue healing and injury recovery.
Overuse injuries such as golfers and tennis elbow.
Ultrasound therapy became popular around World War II when sonar systems were being built. It was discovered that the ultrasonic waves could be used to heat and kill fish. Researchers then started investigating it's heating and healing effects. Physical Therapists and Occupational Therapist then began using it as a treatment modality in the 1940s.
How does chiropractic ultrasound therapy work?
Ultrasound chiropractic therapy causes a gentle ultrasonic vibrational massage or heat of the muscles tendons and ligaments. Gel is placed over the skin well the head of the ultrasound moves and tiny circles this gel asked to reduce friction and assist in the transmission of the ultrasonic waves.
There are basically two types of ultrasound therapy thermal and mechanical. Both therapies are designed to penetrate the muscle fascia and soft tissues in the body. The only difference being the rate at which the ultrasound waves penetrate the body.
Thermal ultrasound therapy uses a more continuous transmission of ultrasonic waves which increase deep heat in the body the which causes a warming up of tissues caused by the ultrasonic heat waves. This encourages healing by increasing the metabolism of the injured cells and tissues.
Mechanical ultrasound therapy uses intermittent pulses of ultrasonic waves to penetrate the body's muscles fascia and tissues. This has less of a warming affect but causes expansion and contraction of the tissues. This helps decrease inflammation, reduce swelling and decreases pain while increasing recovery times from injuries.
What does ultrasonic ultrasound therapy feel like?
You may feel a slight warming and heating of your muscles and skin there should be no pain felt.
Is ultrasound chiropractic therapy safe?
What are the benefits of ultrasound chiropractic therapy?
Will ultrasound chiropractic therapy work for me?
Like any other treatment or pain medications you will need to find the right frequency, duration intensity of ultrasound therapy that works for your condition(s). There should be a trial and error period initially as you start ultrasound therapy. If you have not shown improvement after 2-4 weeks make sure to ask your doctor about trying something else.
Is chiropractic ultrasound therapy expensive or covered by my insurance?
Fortunately, most major medical insurance companies cover chiropractic ultrasound therapy in our chiropractic office. For patients dealing with injuries, chronic pain or who are concerned about the long side term effects of opiates and NSAIDS medications, ultrasound therapy offers significant potential benefits without potentially harmful side effects when administered in a clinical setting.
How do I get chiropractic ultrasound therapy in Raleigh?
At our Raleigh, NC chiropractor office, Carolina ChiroCare and Rehab, we offer chiropractic ultrasound therapy to manage pain and aid in injury recovery. Fortunately, this is covered under most major medical insurance plans.
To schedule an appointment for chiropractic ultrasound at our Raleigh, NC office, contact us here.
I got chronic back pain because my of work so I'm glad you included it in the common conditions that chiropractic ultrasound therapy can treat because I finally have a non-surgical treatment for this. Now I know that there are basically two types of ultrasound therapy as you said which I can use if the other one does not work. I will ask a clinic if they are willing to perform it because you mentioned that it reduces edema and swelling inflammation and it could help lessen the pain in my back.


SA's population growth is set to largely erase any per capita GDP gains in 2019, according to ratings agency S&P Global.
The global ratings agency, which on Friday kept SA's sovereign rand and dollar-denominated credit ratings unchanged* at sub-investment grade, was commenting on the state of SA's economy.
According to Stats SA's mid-year population estimates for 2018, the country's current population growth rate is around 1.5% per year.
But S&P is only estimating a GDP growth rate of 0.8% for 2018, slightly higher than the SA Reserve Bank's latest estimate of 0.6%.
In 2019 and 2020, when both S&P and the central bank expect economic growth rates to pick up to near 2%, per capita GDP increases will largely be cancelled out by population growth, with S&P forecasting growth of "close to 0%".
"We estimate that among the 20 major emerging markets, only Qatar, Argentina, and Venezuela will show slower per capita growth," the ratings agency said.
* S&P affirmed SA's long-term local currency debt at BB+, the first notch of sub-investment grade. It kept the country's long-term foreign currency rating at BB, two notches below investment grade.


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Вінтіле Коссіні (, 21 листопада 1913, Констанца — 24 червня 2000) — румунський футболіст, що грав на позиції півзахисника, зокрема, за клуб «Рапід» (Бухарест), а також національну збірну Румунії.

Шестиразовий володар Кубка Румунії.

Клубна кар'єра

У футболі дебютував 1932 року виступами за команду «Триколор» (Констанца), в якій провів один сезон.

1933 року перейшов до клубу «Рапід» (Бухарест), за який відіграв 8 сезонів.  Більшість часу, проведеного у складі бухарестського «Рапіда», був основним гравцем команди. За цей час шість разів виборював титул володаря Кубка Румунії. Завершив професійну кар'єру футболіста виступами за команду «Рапід» (Бухарест) у 1941 році.

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1935 року дебютував в офіційних матчах у складі національної збірної Румунії. Протягом кар'єри у національній команді, яка тривала 7 років, провів у її формі 25 матчів.

У складі збірної був учасником чемпіонату світу 1938 року у Франції, де румуни програли (3-3 і 1-2) команді Куби в 1/8 фіналу. Коссіні взяв участь тільки в першому двобої.

Помер 24 червня 2000 року на 87-му році життя.

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«Рапід» (Бухарест): 1934-1935, 1936-1937, 1937-1938, 1938-1939, 1939-1940, 1940-1941.

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Yesterday I posted about my new outfit and the photos showed my new necklace. And I told you that the necklace deserved its own post! So today I will tell you about my new necklace. My retail therapy for the season! My big splurge for the year!
This beauty came packaged up in a kraft brown box, tucked into this linen drawstring bag. The Teenager thought she needed the box for something so she took off with that. I am loving having the bag to store this necklace in. The heart and 'with love' stamped on it make the bag even more beautiful and special.
I have long admired Andrea Singarella's jewelry. Every time she lists some of her handmade creations for sale I eye them wistfully – usually they are all sold out by the time I get to her site.
I knew that if I ever hoped to own a piece I would have to be on the ball and get there early and buy immediately.
So when I saw on fb that she was getting ready to upload some stuff I jumped on it. I debated for a few minutes between this one and another one and then just picked one and hit the 'checkout' button. The other one I had considered sold within minutes of my purchase of this one I think.
I just love the detail Andrea puts into her work. All the different pieces, the vintage bits, even a few pretties at the clasp.
I also love that it is long. So many of my necklaces are just almost too short. They want to hide inside my neckline!
I hope to do some thrift shopping this fall but this necklace will most likely be the extent o my 'retail therapy' for the rest of this year! If I feel the urge for more 'therapy' I will just get out my necklace and wear it – it makes me happy!
When I saw the necklace in the previous post, I thought it looked like Andrea's!!!! 🙂 Hooray-so happy for you!
🙂 It was a really really big splurge but so worth it!


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MacFarlane Says He Wouldn't Mind Wrapping 'Family Guy'
Fox Developing 'Temporary Humans' Toon Produced by Will Arnett
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Canadian Animation Veteran Blair Kitchen Passes Away at 43
In a Hollywood Reporter cover story, Seth MacFarlane says he wouldn't mind ending his long-running Fox animated series Family Guy.
"Part of me thinks that Family Guy should have already ended. I think seven seasons is about the right lifespan for a TV series. I talk to the fans and in a way I'm kind of secretly hoping for them to say we're done with it. There are plenty of people who say the show is kind of over the hill. But still the vast majority go pale in the face when I mention the possibility."
However, he adds that he would be up for doing Family Guy movies every few years and to deliver a "really fantastic final episode while the show is still strong." MacFarlane also reveals that he would love to be in charge of a Star Trek reboot for television. Among the many projects the prolific animation titan has in the works is a new animated show by Alex Borstein (Lois on Family Guy) and Gary Janett (Will & Grace) and a live-action project with Alex Sulkin and Wellesley Wild, who are both Family Guy writers.
As previously reported, he is also in charge of the new version of Hanna-Barbera's iconic toon The Flintstones. He assures purists that the reboot won't be too different from the original, but will get some updates to please a modern audience. "Fred skipping out on the opera to go to the lodge is something that probably would need to be a little fresher in 2011," he says in the article. According to the piece, the series will be broader and more accessible as opposed to the bawdier, more irreverent Family Guy.
You can read the complete article here:
http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/seth-macfarlane-cartoonist-246805
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Much ink has been spilled in the last week or two over Bruce Bartlett and Andrew Sullivan and the whole crew of born-again fiscal conservatives who've finally seen the light that George Bush ain't no flippin' fiscal conservative.
But at least one can still identify some economic conservatives, even if they are becoming increasingly marginalized and shut out of the party. What I'd much rather know is...wither social liberals? When's the last time you can recall seeing such an animal? Remember back in the old days, when liberals actually seemed to believe in things like privacy and autonomy and personal choice?
But Massachusetts Democratic Rep. Barney Frank, the top Democrat on the House committee, opposed the bill. He said Congress should not seek to control how adults spend their money just because some lawmakers oppose gambling.
"Adults are entitled to do with their money what they want to do," he said.
WASHINGTON -- Two Northwest senators, Republican Gordon Smith of Oregon and Democrat Maria Cantwell of Washington, have introduced legislation to prohibit gasoline price gouging during national emergencies.
Of course, last year in her role as co-chairwoman of Kerry's campaign in Washington, Cantwell had no problem charging $1000 for a meal at Seattle's Westin Hotel. (See: The Seattle Times.) Either meals at the Westin in Seattle are very, very costly, or Cantwell was raising prices far beyond costs.
What's up there that we need?
Oh, I'm with ya, brother. It's a long-term goal of mine (and my old TII boss David Theroux has claimed to be enthusiastic supporter of the idea) to write a lengthy tome that would hopefully serve as the definitive catalogue of everything that is repugnant about our federal space program. Sure, there's lots of wasteful government boondoggles out there, but none -- not even the John Cougar Mellancamp-inspired wails for the U.S.D.A. to keep doling out farm subsidies like so much slop for the piggies -- inspire the kind of wide-eyed, "Awww shucks" boosterism that supporters of NASA are apt to try to pass off as serious public policy analysis.
Given libertarians' collective inclination toward sci-fi geekery, all too many of them have a soft spot for NASA. They'll point to private initiatives to head to the stars, and make the weakly supported claim that such efforts would be legion, if only the government would get out of the way. But very few are willing to entertain the possibility that space exploration, itself, might just be an enormous waste of time and resources from the get-go. Having spent two years in the employ of that grand momma of corporate welfare queens -- the Lockheed Martin Corp. -- I feel it is my duty, as well as an earnest act of contrition for my past sins, to force my fellow libertopians to face that fact.
If you look just at the city, rather than the Metro area, New Orleans is actually on a decades-long streak of negative population growth. All this while the South as a whole has benefitted from the most massive demographic shift in U.S. history, with millions abandoning the Snow-and-Rust Belt of the industrial Northeast and Midwest for the corporate parks and gated condominium developments of the SunBelt, which also notably includes Vegas and Arizona.
What makes this especially strange, at first blush, is that New Orleans would seem to possess many of the qualities Yankees complain about missing in the New South. It is an historic city, with interesting architecture, and a diverse, international and cosmopolitan feel. Among Southern cities, only Miami can rival New Orleans for nightlife, or for the city's concentrations of Catholics and Jews. The city is also a culinary mecca, a literary haven, and arguably the central locus for all of American music. Yes, it's crime-ridden and a murder capital, but again...so is Miami.
So what's been keeping folks away from the Big Easy? Perhaps it was a little of that corruption the place is so famous for (on full display in Katrina's aftermath), which has served to raise the cost of doing business in all sorts of completely unnecessary ways.
But is Louisiana really as corrupt as all that? Haven't things gotten any better since the days of Huey Long?
I point you to Exhibit A: If J. Robert Wooley doesn't end his current stint as the state's Insurance Commissioner by going to prison (which remains to be seen), he'll be breaking a tradition carried on by his three immediate predecessors, Sherman Bernard, Doug Green and Jim Brown.
Ole Man Frist has set the (likely to fail) cloture vote on the estate tax as the second order of business when the Senate returns from their month-long respite, spent lazily wiling the days away making nosy, officious and dangerous intrusions into the smallest corners of life back in their home districts, rather than doing the same here in the Beltway.
Wally Olson reminds us what's on tap as the first order of business.
Personally, I find myself split three ways on the issue of Hawaii'an nationhood. The idealistic AnCap in me wants to find a silver lining in the notion of multiple orders of sovereignty competing for citizens within the same geographic zone, proceeding from the principle that extending choice is likely to spur both the Hawaii'an and plain old American governments to be more responsive.
But the naive integrationist in me wishes that such a choice could be extended to all, and not just those who fit some arbitrary racial phenotype.
And the pragmatic tax dodger in me realizes this really has nothing to do with either choice or race, but is instead primarily motivated by a desire to install a new South Pacific feeding trough at the Bureau of Indian Affairs.


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31 July 1919: Turks Parboiled 250,000, New York Times
29 Aug 1921: Aidin a Vast Sepulchre, New York Times
AIDIN A VAST SEPULCHRE.
CITY HAS LAIN IN RUINS SINCE TURKISH MASSACRES OF 1919.
The New York Times, 29 August 1921.
AIDIN, Asia Minor, Aug. 10 (Correspondence of The Associated Press). -One of the saddest and most tragic of all war memorials in the Near East is the ruined city of Aidin, sixty miles southeast of Smyrna, in the great fig growing district of Asia Minor. It is a vast sepulchre. Here hundreds of Greek and Armenian women, children and priests lie in nameless graves – victims of massacres by Turks in the Summer of 1919.
The broken columns of a thousand shattered homes are the mute witnesses of the martyrdom of the population. Although two years have passed since they were sacrificed, no tombstone, no cross, no wreath marks the place where they fell. Their whitening bones form a part of the crumbling masonry and earth. The silence of the place is oppressive.
The town presents an appalling spectacle of desolation and destruction, which has its counterpart only in the ruined cities of France. But here the scene is even more terrible than in the French villages, for in France the populations at least had a chance to escape. In Aidin no such mercy was vouchsafed them. They were slain by the Turks when the Greek army had withdrawn, and many of the victims were burned to death.
In the little Church of the Metropolitan there is still to be seen on the floor grim reminders of the unfortunate priests who were killed and incinerated before the altar. Their blood lies in great congealed patches in the aisles.
A few among the more hopeful and courageous of the population have returned to the desolated city and are living in the ruins of their former homes. Through the dark and debris-strewn alleys, sombre women and girls in mourning move like spectres. All have lost relatives in the massacre. Their faces tell a story of poignant suffering and anguish. Some of them have lost their reason. During his stay in the town the correspondent lived at the home of an aged widow whose three daughters had been slain by the Turks.
A group of Greek Government officials from Athens recently visited Aidin. "We must try to forget the past," said the Turkish hodja (priest) who came to greet the investigators. "We must be friends. We cannot be enemies. Our religions may be different, but our hearts are the same. We must join hands and hearts and think only of the future."
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Donald Trump to be impeached in crucial vote as Democrats say 'he gave us no choice'
The US President is likely to be impeached on charges accusing him of abusing his power and obstructing Congress, which he denies and has called an 'assault on America'
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Donald Trump is set to be only the third president ever to be impeached in a crucial House of Representatives vote overnight.
US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi on Wednesday called Trump a threat to American democracy and that Congress had been left with no choice but to impeach him as bitterly divided lawmakers debated.
The historic votes later are on charges accusing the Republican president of abusing his power and obstructing Congress.
The Democratic-led House of Representatives launched a planned six hours of debate on the two articles of impeachment arising from the president's actions toward Ukraine.
Trump would become the third US president ever to be impeached.
That would set the stage for a trial in the Republican-led Senate next month, with House members acting as prosecutors and senators as jurors.
A conviction would result in his removal from office, but the Senate's top Republican has said there is "no chance" of that happening.
Nancy Pelosi says Donald Trump has given the Democrats no choice but to impeach him (Image: AFP via Getty Images)
Donald Trump to be impeached as US president 'before Christmas'
On the House floor, Pelosi read the US Pledge of Allegiance, then said: "Today we are here to defend democracy for the people," to applause from fellow Democratic lawmakers.
As the debate unfolded, Trump on Twitter called the proceedings "AN ASSAULT ON AMERICA" and on his party.
Trump, who has denied wrongdoing, later added of Pelosi: "Will go down in history as worst Speaker."
While the House twice previously has voted to impeach presidents – Bill Clinton in 1998 and Andrew Johnson in 1868 – no president has ever been removed from office via impeachment. Richard Nixon famously resigned from office in 1974 after the Watergate scandal.
Separate votes on the two charges are expected in the early evening. The votes are expected to fall almost entirely along party lines, with Democrats in favour and Republicans opposed.
In speeches on the House floor, Republicans defended the president and accused Democrats of seeking to use an unfair,
rigged process to nullify the results of the 2016 election in which Trump defeated Democrat Hillary Clinton.
The House voted down a Republican bid to adjourn and a motion accusing Democrats of violating the chamber's rules.
"If we do not act now, we would be derelict in our duty. It is tragic that the president's reckless actions make impeachment
necessary," Pelosi added.
"He gave us no choice. What we are discussing today is the established fact that the president violated the Constitution.
It is a matter of fact that the president is an ongoing threat to our national security and the integrity of our elections -
the basis of our democracy," Pelosi said.
Trump is likely to face impeachment in the coming days but won't necessarily be removed from office (Image: REUTERS)
House Democrats accuse Trump, 73, of abusing his power by asking Ukraine to investigate former Vice President Joe Biden, a
leading contender for the Democratic nomination to face Trump in the November 2020 election.
Trump is also accused of obstructing the House investigation by directing administration officials and agencies not to comply with subpoenas for testimony and documents related to impeachment.
Republican Representative Mike Rogers said, "The matter before the House today is based solely on a fundamental hatred
of our president. It's a sham, a witch hunt - and it's tantamount to a coup against the duly elected president of the
United States."
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The debate underscored the deep divide in Congress over Trump's conduct during his tumultuous presidency and the larger
political schism dividing the United States.
Republican Representative Barry Loudermilk invoked the name of Jesus during the debate. Referring to the ancient Roman
provincial governor who presided over the trial of Jesus and ordered the crucifixion, Loudermilk said, "During that sham
trial, Pontius Pilate afforded more rights to Jesus than the Democrats have afforded to this president in this process."
Republican Representative Mike Kelly compared the impeachment to the Japanese attack on the U.S. naval base at
Hawaii's Pearl Harbor in 1941, calling the House proceedings another "date that will live in infamy," similar to the words
Democratic President Franklin Roosevelt used to describe the raid that led to America's entry into World War Two.
Vice President Mike Pence has defended Trump's innocence (Image: GETTY)
Impeachment is an extraordinary check on presidential power spelled out in the Constitution enabling Congress to remove
presidents who commit "high crimes and misdemeanors."
"The founders' great fear of a rogue or corrupt president is the very reason why they enshrined impeachment in the
Constitution," Pelosi said, calling the gathered lawmakers the "custodians of the Constitution."
The House vote to approve the rules to formally begin debate was 228-197, a possible preview of the later votes on the
articles of impeachment, with only two Democrats - Representatives Collin Peterson and Jeff Van Drew - voting no
and no Republicans voting in favour. Van Drew has announced plans to become a Republican. Representative Justin Amash, an
independent who left the Republican Party in July, joined the Democrats in the vote.
Vice President Mike Pence, speaking in Michigan, touted the economy under Trump and called the House proceedings "a
disgrace."
"They are trying to impeach this president because they know they can't defeat this president" in 2020, Pence said.
But House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jerrold Nadler said on the House floor, "We cannot rely on the next election as a
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James Blood Ulmer and The Thing Bochum Art Museum Bochum, Germany April 8, 2018 Improvisational master guitarist Ulmer has played a number of varying, high quality shows around Germany in recent years, solidifying his reputation as a wide-ranging entertainer. Tonight's set was one of his best. A considerable contribution to the equation came courtesy of The Thing, that highly combustible Nordic noise trio featuring bassist Ingebrigt Haker Flaten, drummer Paal Nilssen-Love and sensational ...
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It was a predestined meeting. This collaboration between the legendary guitarist James Blood Ulmer and the band The Thing. Ulmer, who cut his teeth with the soul jazz organists Hank Marr, Larry Young and Big John Patton before collaborating with Ornette Coleman's electric free jazz/funk harmolodic music, expanded upon Coleman's ideas, incorporating rock music with players like Ronald Shannon Jackson, Jamaaladeen Tacuma, and Calvin Weston. His more recent work like Birthright (Hyena, 2005) and No Escape From The Blues: The ...
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Almost two years after the devastation of Hurricane Katrina, Bad Blood In The City arrives. During its chaotic aftermath, Harmolodic guitarist and futuristic bluesman James "Blood" Ulmer penned a number of tunes inspired by the events surrounding the disaster. Bolstered by a half dozen classic blues tunes, this concept record serves as a harrowing reminder of the tragedy.
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A Beginner's Guide to Sex Parties
Events designed around hooking up might seem intimidating—but they're actually perfect for shy people looking to explore.
by Anna Fitzpatrick
February 10, 2020, 12:00pm
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If you've never been to a sex party, what do you picture them looking like? Mysterious, elite soirées featuring masks and creepy rituals, à la Eyes Wide Shut? Sweaty orgies where people penetrate one another as a way of saying hi? Some other intimidating, sordid fuckfest that's probably best left to more extroverted, hyper-qualified sex-havers than the likes of you?
You're not necessarily wrong, but there are plenty of sex parties where you'd fit right in. Super-elaborate sex parties do exist—as do super chill, casual ones. Sex parties (often referred to as "play parties" in BDSM circles) vary widely, but is generally understood to mean a private or semi-public event where guests are allowed to engage in sexual activity with one another, often in full view of other guests. The idea of going to any kind of sex party might seem intense to newcomers, they're often perfect places for the shy-but-curious to expand their sexual horizons. Parties can help you to meet like-minded people who are into the kinks and fetishes you are and who may be willing to explore them with you—or who can make you feel less skittish about sex more generally, since everyone's there for similar (horny) reasons. It's a misconception that all attendees are required to have sex; plenty people go as voyeurs, or out of curiosity, or show up fully intending to get it on only to change their minds when they show up. Parties are also especially great for anxious people because at any one worth attending, consent is paramount—and often mandatory.
Whether you're planning to team up with a partner or explore on your own, you deserve great sex, and parties are specifically intended to help their attendees out with that. Here's how to respectfully and safely make your sex party debut with fewer nerves and more excitement.
Things to Think About Before You Go to a Sex Party
1. Find the right venue.
Maybe you've wanted to hit up a sex party for a while, but you aren't sure where to go. Most big cities have get-togethers and clubs that cater to multiple price points and sexualities, and plenty host special events or parties for first timers.
As a first step, try searching online for "swinger" or "adult" parties and clubs and your city's name—plus "LGBTQ," if that's you—to see what's out there. See if the places you find have guest safety policies and if they're in key with your boundaries. Some clubs also have public reviews on Google, Yelp, and Facebook—you can use this as a chance to get a general sense of the club and the different events they offer.
Sex clubs legality vary from state to state, with rules and requirements depending on whether alcohol is being sold (many places are BYOB), cover is being charged, or if full nudity or penetrative sex is being allowed. Some places legally cannot explicitly advertise sex, hence the coded web searches above. Generally, even the more lax states require clubs to be private, meaning everyone attending needs to be a member. (I have a growing collection of membership cards for places I've visited once, making for a killer page in my scrapbook.) This process can be as simple as signing a form at the reception desk or as convoluted as submitting a written application and photos online weeks before you plan on attending. All the more reason to research beforehand.
Outside of the basics, Fatima Mechtab, the Marketing Director, Event Producer, and Business Partner at Toronto's Oasis Aqualounge, recommended looking for answers to the questions, "What type of environment do you want to find yourself in? What are your sexual fantasies, or your desires?"
Maybe you don't live in a big city, there isn't a club near you, or a big crowd just isn't your scene, but you don't know how to find smaller parties. You can join online communities that'll help with that search. FetLife a social networking website for kinky people which frequently lists events of all different sexual stripes. Jordan*, 33, narrowed her search on FetLife to find an invite-only party in downtown Toronto. "That it was women-only made me feel more comfortable," she said. "I probably wouldn't have gone if it was co-ed." (She also said she's made friends almost every time she's gone, which is another good way to learn about private parties.)
You can also feel out whether you know people who might want to DIY a party with you. Sarah, 30, grew up in Christian household in Oklahoma City, and longed to find a sex-positive, queer-inclusive community where she could explore those parts of herself. At 27, she joined a Facebook group for Oklahoma City atheists. Intimate conversations about sex and relationships within the group helped her meet like-minded friends, whom she began hosting monthly parties for, starting with a manageable group of 12 people. Each one starts with a meeting to go over safe-sex guidelines and make guests aware of one anothers' boundaries.
2. Figure out a plan for going alone—or bring a friend or partner.
A reputable club or larger party can feel safer if you're going alone. Which you might be! It could be that you're self-conscious about going with someone who knows you in "the real world," that you want to open yourself up more to meeting other singles, or that you just don't know anybody who you're comfortable enough asking if they want to go to an S&M party with you. When I'm checking out a new club, I abide by my first-date rule: I tell a friend I trust that I'll be out all night and where I'll be, so they can check in with me the morning after and make sure I made it home all right.
You can also bring a friend. The first time Jordan went to a sex party, she brought a more experienced friend to help her navigate the scene. Going with a partner or regular sex buddy is also a popular option. "Bringing someone along may help with the vulnerability of being alone," says Dr. Shannon Chavez, a psychologist and sex therapist based out of LA. "It also can be a turn on for you and a partner to enjoy being voyeurs or participate in group play. You can take that energy home and it can help open you both up to novelty and sexual exploration."
3. Set firm boundaries for yourself beforehand.
I've attended large, co-ed parties where I'm mostly interested in hanging out in my lingerie and making out with strangers. At smaller parties for women and femmes where I know the other attendees, I'm more comfortable engaging in impact play, but I still don't like getting fully naked. It took time to learn what I was comfortable with, and I did this by going slowly and checking in with my feelings. The first time I went to a club was solely to see what it was like and to get comfortable with the space. At every party, I have my soft boundaries (things I may only be into, depending on the scene and general atmosphere of the event) and hard boundaries (things that are completely off limits). Knowing what my boundaries are helped me communicate with others at parties, where I could confidently tell other guests simply "I don't do that," or "I'll see how I feel later."
If you're bringing a partner, there are more factors to bring into consideration beforehand. Will you be playing with each other exclusively, or other people? If it's the latter, are you ok watching each other, or would you rather they take it to a private room? Are you comfortable hooking in front of a crowd? What will you do if one of you makes a connection with a stranger while the other person is feeling shy? "Talk about emotions that may come up such as jealousy and how to deal with it," says Dr. Chavez, adding, "Identify ways that you can take care of your needs and be supportive of one another." Maybe you're ok with your partner having sex with other people, as long as they check in with your regularly throughout the night, or maybe you are willing to hook up with other people, but only as a couple. Come up with some ground rules, and keep the lines of communication open with each other once you're there.
4. Dress decently.
You don't have to get naked (or even take off your jacket) at sex parties, but it's nice to dress up a little for the sake of other attendees: Wearing laundry-day sweatpants and ratty sneakers can be a mood-killer when other people are trying to get their freak on.
Different events might have dress code (like leather gear), or fetish-imposed restrictions (such as the ever popular Clothed Female Naked Male nights), or themed costumes (I've been invited to a party inspired by the 80's women's wrestling TV show GLOW where homemade outfits were encouraged).
For general events, lingerie is a safe bet, and a slip dress or a floor-length robe are good gateway looks for beginners. Otherwise, a stepped-up version of what you think of as "everyday nice clothes" is fine for events without specific dress codes.
What to Do (and Avoid Doing) at a Sex Party
1. Respect other attendees.
Mechtab, who gives lectures on preparing for your first visit to a sex club, urged people to manage their expectations about hooking up: Nobody is entitled to sex, not even at a club designated for it, and paying the cover fee is not a guarantee that you will get laid. Even if you show up with a partner fully intending to have sex, feelings might change once you're actually at the venue. Sex parties can be nerve-racking! Be extra gentle with each other.
Get permission before touching anyone, even in a "friendly" way. A quick, flirty, "Can I touch you here?" is the way to go (and can be really hot, depending on how you say it). Many clubs have an "ask once, and only once" policy. "People can obviously come up to you and ask if you want to have sex," said Mechtab. "This is an environment where it's OK to do that. If somebody says no, [Oasis Aqualounge's] rules dictate that you can not ask again."
Don't join other people's hookups unless you've been specifically invited to. There might be a lot of action happening around you, and it can be tempting to jump in, but don't do it unless you're invited. If you're watching or masturbating, stay back far enough as to not interfere with people having sex, and be prepared to politely back up or give them more space if they ask you to. Definitely do not butt into an active BDSM scene (including anything involving restraints, impact play, and rope play): It can be dangerous to break the participants' concentration, and you risk hurting yourself or others if there are toys whipping around.
2. Don't get wasted.
You might want to drink if you're nervous, but getting sloppy drunk (or otherwise under the influence) at sex parties does not make for a good time. You want to be in control of your faculties in order to be able to consent with what's going on around you. Likewise—and this should hopefully go without saying—don't hook up with people who are clearly wasted, even if they are initiating play with you. When Sarah hosts parties, she makes sure to have one completely sober person watching over the room.
3. Feel free to decline propositions.
If you're used to going to bars only to have to avoid some guy who won't accept that you're not interested: That shit will generally not fly at a sex club. The first time I went to a big party on my own, I was lounging against the wall sipping a Diet Coke when a man came up and said, "Excuse me—may I please give you a foot rub?"
I replied, "No, thank you," and he walked away and left me alone for the rest of the night. It was that simple! Later, I saw him giving a foot massage to a woman who seemed to be really enjoying it. Everyone won.
4. Communicate your boundaries before you hook up—and ask about others'.
Sex can mean so many different things for different people, and before any sort of hook up you should make sure you and the other person are on the same page. If you're ok with oral but don't want to have full penetrative sex, tell them that! Are you into dirty talk? Is it important for you to leave your underwear on? Do you have a safe word you use when a scene is getting too intense? Are you looking for a no-strings attached spanking? Do you like to be cuddled and reassured after a BDSM scene? Do they? What are both of your hard and soft limits? Again, having this conversation can be as hot as it is important.
"Be direct and aim for understanding. Look at the alternative of not talking about it openly that leads to hurt feelings or conflict," said Chavez. "Be open to hearing your partner's needs without reacting abruptly. Try to be curious and ask questions if something is not clear."
5. Advocate for yourself.
All of the above rules about being considerate of others also apply to how other people treat you: As in any other space, you are not obligated to be sexual. If someone makes you uncomfortable, tell the host, the venue's staff, or another attendee. You have the right to stop sex or a scene at any point. You don't have to explain your reasons, even to yourself, if you're just not feeling something. There can be internal pressure to pretend to be chill or game for things you're not interested in for the sake of the party. I promise, even the wildest, most outgoing seeming people have their limits.
Fred*, 45, has been attending queer play parties in Oakland for years now. He was recently at a party where he was engaged in a scene with two other people, in the middle of a large room with lots of attendees watching. Everything was going well; the scene was negotiated beforehand, and things were getting hot, but Fred was feeling overwhelmed.
"I had that thing, where this old, trained behavior of, 'I can't stop now, I've already said yes, I'm going to disappoint people, maybe they'll think I'm not attracted to them, what about all these people watching that are really into it?'" he said. "Then I remembered, No, this is what we do here. We say what we need." He told his partners he needed a break, and they didn't ask him to explain himself. He went to get some water, they continued the scene without him, and when he was feeling better, he rejoined the party.
6. Take a break if you need one.
Following Fred's example, there's no shame in needing a break from the action if you start to feel overwhelmed. Sarah's parties have a designated "dark room," a chill and quiet sex-free bedroom where guests can take a breather. "It's far enough away from the party so that you're completely removed, but you don't have to leave the event," she said.
Don't be shy to ask your host if there is a quiet spot where you can rest or regroup. If they don't have a separate room, find a quiet corner, and let someone else know what's up ("I'll be fine, I just need a minute alone"). Filling other people in will let them know there's no crisis but that you don't want to be bothered. In my experience, people are generally very understanding about this type of thing, more so than at regular parties where smalltalk can feel inescapable.
If you're going to a party or club with a friend or partner, Mechtab recommended deciding on an exit strategy beforehand where you can remove yourself from a situation without having to explain or call attention to yourself, which you might feel shy about doing in the moment. "It can be a code word; it can be a nonverbal cue to signify that you need to change something in the situation," she said. Maybe you just need a minute to regroup, in which your partner can discreetly take you to another room, or maybe you have a code that it's time to leave the party altogether.
Practice safer sex.
Every party I've been to has had readily accessible condoms, lube, and gloves available, but if you know you're going to be having sex, it never hurts to bring some from home for backup. Different clubs (e.g., dungeons or specialized parties) may have different amenities available, but bring your own (clean!) sex toys, like vibrators, impact toys, and restraints, from home. Use condoms with dildos and change them after each partner. Don't use other people's toys without permission. If you're doing wax play or other messy activities, put your own sheet down and ask your host if there's a specific space available. Clean up after yourselves. It's not only hygienic, it's good manners.
Don't take photos or videos without explicit permission.
Most clubs have strict rules about cameras—taking pictures or videos will get you kicked out, if not permanently banned. Smaller or private parties might be more lax. I know a woman who rents a mansion decked out in vintage art and taxidermy twice a year and invites women and femmes to come out in their luxest lingerie—in that environment, it can be very, very difficult not to take selfies, and so photos are ok with a few rules.
When pictures are allowed: Even if people seem chill and look cute, ask before you take others' photos. THEN, ask before you post on Instagram, even if the photos don't seem that racy to you. (Some people might just not want to advertise where they party or who they're with! That's their business.) If they're OK with you posting, ask if they want their names, faces, or tattoos obscured. If all that asking makes you uncomfortable, put your camera away!
All of this is to say: You are a hyper-qualified-enough sex-haver to hit up a sex party or club, because the only true qualifications are to be respectful and open. (Oh, and as a final rule: if you're at the IHOP and you recognize someone that you met at last week's sex party eating pancakes with their extended family, do not go up to them and compliment them on their flogging skills. Be cool.)
If you take the tips above into account and end up going to a party, take some time to check in with yourself after (and do the same with any friends or partner(s) who joined you). Did the party live up to your expectations? What did you like about it, and what could have been better? You might not have gotten the chance to do everything you wanted or explore all that sex parties have to offer, but that's OK—all the more reason to go back, now that you're an expert and everything.
*Names have been changed to protect privacy at the subjects' requests.
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I have been involved in the developer community for many years as a speaker, presenting at numerous events around the country. I also ran the Orlando .NET User Group for a bit of time before moving out to Texas a few years ago. However UserGroup.TV is my current passion.
Tell us about the UserGroup.TV project.
After attending, organizing and speaking at community events for many years, I found myself at work the following day explaining to my coworkers about the awesome presentation that I watched the night earlier. After a while of this, I thought, "Wouldn't it be great if we could capture the content that is delivered at community events and share it online with the world?" That was when UserGroup.TV was born. We record, edit and distribute User Group content for FREE on the web and on your mobile device. This helps the community by getting this material out to more people. It also helps the groups and speakers, as it provides them a history of what they have done and exposure to a wider audience.
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The core of the site is a vanilla WordPress install. That said, we have a custom ASP.NET services back end that we use for automation and to deliver the WebAPIs to our mobile applications.
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Since UserGroup.TV is my labor of love, we operate on a shoe string budget. Prior to moving to Everleap, we were on a virtual private server. It was expensive and required a lot of care and feeding. The last thing I want to do is install server patches in my time off. The switch to Everleap offered a chance to reduce the amount of time maintaining the site, freeing up more time for actually getting content up online. Our main goal for moving to Everleap was reducing the maintenance burden. However, after looking at the features offered by Everleap and Azure Pack, we got so much more than that.
There are a lot of options when it comes to cloud hosting providers, what made you choose Everleap?
I've used DiscountASP.NET for other projects, so I was already aware of you guys. Takeshi and the Everleap organization offered to help and support GiveCamp weekend events where developers and other technology professionals share their skills with charitable organizations – something that I am heavily involved in. So I thought I'd check out what he's doing with Everleap. My immediate reaction was, "This thing sounds cool!" so I decided to give it a go. Given the fact that UserGroup.TV is a non-profit community initiative for developers, Everleap offered their services free of charge. But I declined and I pay the monthly fees. I figured that if I can do something to support those that support what matters to me, like GiveCamp, then I will. UserGroup.TV is now one of about 10 websites that I have hosted with you.
How do you think you benefit from the new Everleap platform?
One of the key advantages over traditional shared hosting or VPS for us is the scaling option. This allows us to run multiple instances of the site on different servers in the Everleap data center, providing better response times during peak loads and eliminating the worries of getting stuck on a box with a "noisy neighbor," all by toggling a drop down box. I also like the more traditional purchasing model, where I have a fixed set of known costs, and the ability to scale out as much as I need. At the end of the day Everleap provides me the ability to forget about server maintenance and focus on my mission of distributing great content to the developer community.
We know that you're an IT pro, but have you ever had to use our support?
If I can't figure it out, no one can! All jokes aside, no I have not needed to contact support for the UserGroup.TV site; it is pretty simple. We did run into a hiccup with one of the sites we were building on Everleap for GiveCamp, but after a quick IM to one of your support guys, he pointed us to the proper WordPress configuration to get us up and running.
What does the future hold for UserGroup.TV, and how does Everleap play a part?
The publication of content on UserGroup.TV is manual and I want to move to an automatic process where contributors from all over can upload their own videos as a service to others. This way I'm not the only one publishing content. Right now, I record the presentations myself, so they are mostly from Dallas and Austin TX, around where I live. I may jump in the car to go to, say, Oklahoma, but the recordings are currently limited to where I physically go. I want to expand things beyond that and I really don't foresee us growing out of Everleap. In fact, I just got an email from you guys with information about advancements that will give us more head room. So I know that scaling will not be an issue as I continue to grow the UserGroup.TV platform.


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USPTO's report on International Patent Protections for Small Businesses
On January 13, 2012, the United States Patent and Trademark Office ("Patent Office") released a report on International Patent Protection for Small Businesses. Under the America Invents Act, Congress directed the Patent Office to conduct this study to determine how to best assist small businesses with international patent protection. More specifically, Congress invited the Patent Office to study whether a loan program or grant program should be established in order to help small businesses pay for the costs of applying and maintaining international patent applications and any additional recommendations for assisting small businesses with patent filings abroad.
The report recognizes the huge impact small businesses have on creating American jobs and the challenges small businesses face when competing in a global market. Patent protection is typically necessary attract investors and yet funding is needed in order to obtain adequate patent protection. At the early stages of life, small businesses more often than not, forgo international patent protection because such protection can cost hundreds of thousands of dollars. Additionally, the report recognizes that many other countries around the world subsidize patenting by their citizens -- China being the most aggressive in this regard. Unfortunately for small businesses, even after making these findings, the Patent Office does not recommend a federal grant or loan program to help small businesses with international patent protection.
In researching and preparing the report, the Patent Office relied primarily on public input. The Patent Office held two public hearings to collect evidence and received a mere eighteen sets of comments. Based upon these comments, the Patent Office reported that there was considerable skepticism as to whether a federal grant or loan program would be helpful for small businesses. Rather, the comments suggested diplomacy and patent system harmonization to help reduce the cost of international patent prosecution. Therefore, in its report to Congress, the Patent Office is not recommending a federal grant or loan program at this time. Rather, the Patent Office supports further research in this area and an aggressive program of small business education on international patent protection.
Carr & Ferrell LLP recognizes the challenges small businesses face when deciding whether to invest in patent protection in the United States or even abroad. In this regard, we have prepared an Alternative Funding Resource Guide to assist small businesses in finding funding sources that may have been overlooked. We invite you to check out this wonderful resource.
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Dennis Chang is a Patent Attorney with Carr & Ferrell's Intellectual Property Practice Group. Mr. Chang holds a B.S. in Biology and a Master's Degree in Biomedical Engineering from the University of Texas at Arlington and received his JD from Chicago-Kent College of Law.
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The bodies of Moumni Houria and Cassandre Bouvier were found Friday alongside a trail in the hills above the capital of Salta province in northern Argentina.
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BUENOS AIRES—Argentine police have detained a suspect in the murders of two French tourists, a crime that has both governments expressing deep concerns.
Police said both were shot to death on July 26 apparently after being raped. Police also say the women may have been kidnapped and held for days before they were killed, since they were last seen in their tourist hostel on July 16.
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Who Will Own Graceland After the Death of Lisa Marie Presley?
The property will stay in the family.
By Anna Jamerson January 17, 2023
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Whether you're a fan of Elvis Presley's music or couldn't even name one song, you cannot deny the impact "The King of Rock & Roll" had on the music industry. Though Elvis' loss is still mourned today, his family continues to honor his legacy through music and philanthropy, benefitting fans worldwide. Last week, the Presley family suffered another major loss: the death of singer-songwriter Lisa Marie Presley, Elvis and Priscilla's only child, 54. Many are now wondering — who will own Graceland, Elvis' estate in Memphis, Tennessee?
Lisa Marie Presley's Inheritance
The singer and philanthropist was rushed to the hospital after suffering an apparent cardiac arrest — unfortunately, she did not recover due to complications. She is survived by her mother, Priscilla, 77, and her daughters, actress Riley Keough, 33, and Harper and Finley Lockwood, 14.
As Elvis' only child, Lisa Marie had inherited Graceland, his iconic estate in Memphis, Tennessee, after her father's death. It was put in a trust for her to inherit on her twenty-fifth birthday in 1993. Upon her inheritance, Lisa Marie created a new trust in its place, The Elvis Trust, to maintain the estate's success, according to the property's website. Priscilla has also remained involved in Graceland's support and business management through the years.
The Significance and New Ownership of Graceland
The property has been significant to more than just the Presley family. In 2006, it was designated a National Historic Landmark, and it welcomes over 500,00 visitors annually, making it the most famous home in the US after The White House. Graceland is home to a museum of Elvis' possessions, like his cars and bedazzled concert outfits, plus The Guest House, a place on the property where fans can stay.
Now that Lisa Marie has tragically passed on, People reports that Graceland will be passed down to Lisa Marie's three daughters: Riley, and her twin half-sisters, Harper and Finley. The property is expected to remain a significant part of the family, as Lisa Marie will be laid to rest at Graceland, joining her father, grandparents, uncle, and her own late son, Benjamin Keough, who died in 2020 at age 27.
Mourning Lisa Marie Presley
The Presley family announced that there will be a public memorial service honoring Lisa Marie's memory on the front lawn of Graceland at 9 a.m. on Sunday, January 22. It is open to the general public. Check Graceland's website for additional details and updates.
For those who wish to contribute or pay their respects but can't make it to Tennessee, the family has requested you donate to The Elvis Presley Charitable Foundation (EPCF) instead of sending flowers. Graceland's website explains that EPCF is an organization that supports education, arts, and programs for children local to the Memphis region. It was started in 1984 "to continue Elvis' own tradition of generosity and community service," according to EPCF's website. Visit the donation page for more information on how to give.
Lisa Marie's passing is a massive loss — but she will be remembered through her music (following in her father's footsteps, she released three albums as a recording artist) and her dedicated philanthropy work. We grieve alongside the Presley family and the nation as a whole during this difficult time.
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Installation of cameras to assist in shooting investigations begins on Chicago area expressways
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Illinois State Police announced that the installation of over 200 cameras has begun on Chicago area expressways to help combat the massive rise in expressway shootings.
The Illinois State Police (ISP), in cooperation with the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) and the Chicago Department of Transportation (CDOT), began installing license plate reading cameras.
Earlier this year, the ISP received a $12.5 million grant for the purchase of specialized cameras to read the license plate numbers of vehicles moving in traffic.
The installations will also include a communication system to backhaul the video images to a central location where additional software is used to query and match license plates to existing license plate and vehicle databases, according to ISP.
"This investment in expressway cameras further strengthens the Illinois State Police's ability to hold violent offenders accountable and fulfill our mission to help all Illinois residents live safely," Governor J.B. Pritzker said.
"Our roadways should be connections between communities, not crime scenes, and the ISP will offer the additional support necessary to local law enforcement in Chicago to protect traveling residents," Pritzker said.
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"This is an important step toward expanding force-multiplying technology we have long needed to protect the public traveling on Chicago expressways," ISP Director Brendan F. Kelly said. "These cameras will be an increasingly important tool for the ISP to collect the evidence we need to detect and deter crime on our interstates."
In 2019, there were 52 expressway shootings in the Chicago area. That number jumped to 128 in 2020.
As of Thursday, there were 157 reported shootings on Chicago area expressways in 2021, ISP reported.
IDOT and CDOT will be installing more than 200 license plate reader cameras over the next year. The images from these cameras will not be used for petty offenses, such as speeding, ISP said.
An ISP spokesperson told Lake and McHenry County Scanner that additional information on where the cameras will be located is expected to be released this coming week.
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It is unclear if any of the cameras will be installed on Interstate 94 in Lake County or on Interstate 90 in McHenry County.
"Increasingly, we've seen shootings throughout the Chicagoland expressways, and I am glad that we will now have the access to technology that will aid in the investigation of expressway shootings," said State Senator Napoleon Harris, III (D-Harvey). "With these innovations, I hope many crimes are solved and brought to justice, so that the victims' families may know peace."
Motorola was selected as the vendor for the camera system following the state procurement process.
"Thank you, Governor Pritzker, for providing comfort and confidence to the victims of expressway shootings. I empathize with the family of Tamara Clayton, her sister Alma Hill, and other family members for enduring the time it took to erect these cameras," said State Rep. Thaddeus M. Jones (D-Calumet City).
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"I am gratified today to see that the Illinois State Police and Illinois Department of Transportation have taken another step to enact the Tamara Clayton Expressway Camera Act," said Sen. Jacqueline Y. Collins (D-Chicago), the bill's sponsor.
"It is our duty as a state to protect people who travel our roads. It's my hope that the addition of these cameras will deter further crime. We cannot become numb to this daily reality of being at the mercy of gun violence in any place, at any time, at random," Collins said.
The Tamara Clayton Expressway Camera Act, also known as the Expressway Camera Act, was signed into law on July 12, 2019, and became effective on January 1, 2020.
Clayton was on her way to work on February 4, 2019, when she was shot and killed while driving on Interstate 57 near Cicero Avenue in Chicago. ISP investigators responded and the investigation into her death remains open and ongoing.
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