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Former Employee Files Third Federal Discrimination Lawsuit Against Eastpointe Community Schools and Superintendent for Racial Bias and Hostile Work Environment

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Eastpointe, MI – A former employee of Eastpointe Community Schools has filed a federal lawsuit against the district and Superintendent Christina Gibson, accusing them of racial discrimination and fostering a hostile work environment. The lawsuit, filed by former administrative assistant and grant specialist Leah Black, marks the third federal discrimination lawsuit against the district and superintendent in the past seven months. According to the complaint, Black, who is Black, was hired by the district in 2017 as an administrative assistant for Kelly Middle School. She alleges that she applied for or expressed interest in four … Read more

Unveiling Potential Juror Tampering: Will Improper Communications in Alex Murdaugh’s Trial Lead to a Retrial?

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CHARLESTON COUNTY, S.C. – The fairness of the murder trial of Alex Murdaugh, who was convicted of killing his wife and son, is being called into question due to potential improper communications between Colleton County Clerk of Court Becky Hill and jurors. State prosecutors and Murdaugh’s defense lawyers are set to appear in court on January 29 to address these concerns and determine if a retrial is warranted. The defense team argues that Hill’s alleged misconduct may have created bias or prejudice among the jurors, potentially influencing their verdict. They firmly believe that a retrial … Read more

Purdue Pharma’s Battle with Bankruptcy: The Supreme Court Case That Explores the Limits of Financial Power

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The Supreme Court is set to hear a case that will test the power of bankruptcy in regards to Purdue Pharma, the company behind the opioid epidemic. The case, which is based in White Plains, New York, will determine whether the billions of dollars owed to families affected by the opioid crisis can be included in the company’s bankruptcy settlement. Purdue Pharma filed for bankruptcy in 2019 as a way to resolve thousands of lawsuits and claims related to its role in fueling the opioid epidemic. The company has proposed a $10 billion plan to … Read more

Stamford High School Teachers Warn of Limited Student Services Amid Proposed Increase in Workload

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In Stamford, high school teachers are raising concerns about a proposed increase in their workload, which they believe will limit the support they can provide to students. Teachers have already begun showing what this could look like, with some no longer offering extra academic help or writing letters of recommendation for students. These are just a few examples of the services that could be cut if the plan to add an extra class to their schedule is implemented in the coming school year. Superintendent Tamu Lucero criticized the actions taken by some teachers, stating that … Read more