Patch Morning Briefing: Georgia Special Election; Tax Day; Manhunt Continues

Good morning! It's Tuesday, and we hope your week has started off well. Here's what you need to know to begin your day.

Georgia's 6th District Heads To The Polls

Residents in Georgia's 6th District will vote today for their U.S. representative in a race that is attracting eyeballs across the country. After Republicans only narrowly won what they thought would be an easy race in Kansas last week, Democrats are hopeful that the liberal candidate will prosper in the Peach State. Democratic candidate Jon Ossoff is the frontrunner in a crowded field, but if no one wins more than 50 percent of the vote tonight, the district will have a runoff vote in June that will be much tighter. (Patch)

Did You File Your Taxes Yet?

Today is the final day to file your 2016 tax returns with the IRS. Because of the holiday weekend, the usual due date of April 15 was pushed forward to today. If you're still sending in your taxes the old-fashioned route using snail mail, be sure to check what time your local post office closes so you don't incur any late filing fees. (Patch)

Manhunt Continues In Purported 'Facebook Killing'

The search has gone national for Steve Stephens, a homicide suspect who allegedly posted a video to Facebook showing the killing of a 74-year-old man he chose at random, according to Cleveland police. Cleveland Police Chief Calvin Williams said that "no stone will be left unturned" in the manhunt. He also vowed that law enforcement would follow up on every tip that is submitted. The FBI, ATF and US Marshals are now offering $50,000 for tips and information that help lead to Stephens' arrest. (Patch)

Quick Hits

Coachella Pickpocket Nabbed With 100+ Devices At Festival: Police (Patch)

Amid Own Custody Battle, Austin Radio Host Alex Jones Hints Obama's Kids Aren't His (Patch)

Donald Trump's Tweets Are Declining in Popularity (Patch)

Why Gardening Is Good For Your Mind As Well As Your Body (Patch)

Glenn Beck Counter-Sues Tomi Lahren

Lahren claimed she was taken off the air for expressing a pro-choice stance on "The View," but Beck says it was because of a pattern of behavior. (Patch)

Prince Prescribed Drugs Under Bodyguard's Name: Report

A doctor told investigators he prescribed Prince drugs under his bodyguard’s name in order to protect his privacy, unsealed documents reveal.

'Blue Lives Matter' Law Signed By Arizona Governor

The law increases penalties for attacks on off duty law enforcement officers.

Blind Woman Runs the Boston Marathon

Stephanie Zundel, 22, is the daughter of a veteran Edison police officer and has been blind since age 3. But that doesn't slow her down. (Patch)

Tom Coyne, Beyonce and Adele Collaborator, Has Died

The renowned master engineer won six Grammy awards. (Patch)

United Airlines, City Of Chicago Will Keep Evidence Related To Passenger Dragging

Lawyers for Dr. David Dao had asked for a court order last week that video and records from the flight wouldn't be discarded. (Patch)

This Day In History

1906 — A massive earthquake shakes San Francisco, killing thousands and destroying much of the city

Famous Birthdays

1963 — Conan O'Brien, American comedian, writer and talk show host

1971 — David Tennant, a Scottish actor known for his Shakespearean performances and his spell starring in "Doctor Who"

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