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Alabama Advances Legislation to Restrict Classroom Discussions on Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation in Public Schools

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Montgomery, Alabama – Alabama state lawmakers have made a move to expand legislation that would restrict discussions and instruction related to gender identity or sexual orientation in public schools. The existing law, which currently applies through 5th grade, would now extend its reach through 12th grade. The House Education Policy Committee has advanced the legislation, which now awaits a full vote in the Alabama House of Representatives. The proposed legislation aims to tighten the language of the current law by removing the provision that allows such discussions to take place in a manner that is … Read more

Family of Wrong-Way Crash Victim Sues Sheetz for Alleged Alcohol Sale to Intoxicated Driver

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MOUNT PLEASANT, Pa. — The family of David Ott, a 25-year-old who was tragically killed in a wrong-way crash, is seeking justice by filing a lawsuit against Sheetz, an alleged alcohol supplier to the drunk driver involved in the incident. Ismail Yousef, the family’s attorney, stated that they are holding Sheetz accountable based on evidence that the defendant purchased alcohol from one or more Sheetz establishments leading up to the crash. Surveillance footage obtained from a Sheetz located on State Route 819 in Mount Pleasant on June 19, 2022, shows Cassandra Harrold purchasing four beer … Read more

Yankees’ Aaron Judge Returns to Lineup with Strong Performance, Opening Day in Sight

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TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Aaron Judge made a successful return to the New York Yankees’ lineup on Wednesday night after being sidelined for ten days due to abdominal discomfort. The 31-year-old outfielder batted third and played center field in the Yankees’ exhibition game against the Pirates at Steinbrenner Field. The Yankees had been cautious with Judge, opting to have him miss a few Grapefruit League games to ensure his readiness for the regular season. Judge split center-field duties with Trent Grisham against the Pirates as the team gradually eased him back into game action. The … Read more

Deaf Cheerleader’s Mother Files Lawsuit Against Elite Gym for Discrimination

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PLANO, Texas– A Plano-based cheer program is facing a lawsuit from a mother who claims her deaf daughter is being discriminated against. The operators of the gym, however, deny the allegations. Alicia Mims, the mother, filed the lawsuit on behalf of her nine-year-old daughter Ari, who has been involved with Cheer Athletics for the past three years. The program is known as one of the largest cheer and dance facilities in North Texas. Though Ari loves cheerleading and finds it to be her favorite sport, she has been facing increasing challenges in understanding her coaches … Read more