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Iowa Secretary of State Sued Over Ballot Challenges for Naturalized Citizens Alleging Voter Suppression

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DES MOINES, Iowa — Iowa Secretary of State Paul Pate faces a federal lawsuit for instructing election officials to question the eligibility of over 2,000 voters, primarily targeting those who were issued driver’s licenses as legal residents but may not currently hold U.S. citizenship. The legal battle, initiated by the League of United Latin American Citizens alongside four naturalized citizens, puts a spotlight on the challenges and bureaucratic hurdles new U.S. citizens encounter when exercising their voting rights. Among those affected is Orcun Selcuk, a political science professor at Luther College in Decorah, originally from … Read more

Cowboys’ Kicker Brandon Aubrey Returns to Practice After Serving on Jury in High-Profile Felony Case

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Dallas, TX — Dallas Cowboys kicker Brandon Aubrey returned to the practice field on Thursday, following the completion of his civic duties as a juror in a felony assault case. Aubrey had been fulfilling his obligations at Tarrant County’s 297th District Court, where he contributed to the jury that convicted Daniel Rincones on charges of domestic violence strangulation. The case, which concluded with Rincones receiving a 65-year sentence, marked a significant chapter for the defendant, who has a history of criminal conduct. Rincones was previously arrested for aggravated sexual assault in July 2015 and was … Read more

Connecticut Pioneers Paid Leave for Family Violence Victims: A Model for National Legislation?

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Hartford, CT — Connecticut, recognized for its innovative policies, first established its family violence leave law in 2010. This pioneering legislation bars employers from firing, penalizing or threatening employees who are victims of family violence or who participate in related court proceedings. The state law also mandates that employers provide paid or unpaid leave to these victims for necessary related activities during the year. Recent amendments have expanded the scope of this law to include paid leave benefits from the state under certain circumstances, such as leaves due to sexual assaults involving the employee or … Read more

Dutch Creativity Shines as Four Projects Advance to European Round in the Immortal Awards 2024

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Amsterdam, Netherlands — In a significant gathering on October 22, the Dutch jury of The Immortal Awards convened to select the nation’s finalists who will advance to the European round of this prestigious advertising competition. This decision marks a pivotal step for Dutch entries, showcasing the strongest contenders in commercial creativity over the past year. During the rigorous selection process, the jurors identified four standout projects that exemplified the innovative spirit of Dutch advertising. These projects, chosen from a diverse shortlist, are set to represent the Netherlands on a larger stage, competing against top works … Read more