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James Hall Jr.: A Powerful Advocate for Civil Rights and Youth Development Passes Away at 69

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MILWAUKEE, WI – Civil rights attorney James Hall Jr., known for his tireless advocacy and dedication to youth development, has passed away at the age of 69 after battling cancer. Throughout his career, Hall made significant contributions to the improvement of marginalized communities in Milwaukee, both through his legal work and his voluntary efforts on various city boards and committees. His impact was widely recognized and respected, with former NAACP Milwaukee Branch President Fred Royal describing him as a quiet yet powerful force. In recognition of his commitment to helping impoverished people, Hall was honored … Read more

Parents Sue Landon School Over Alleged Bullying That Led to Teen’s Tragic Death

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Bethesda, Maryland – The family of a 16-year-old student from Landon School in Montgomery County has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the school, alleging that their son’s death in 2022 was the result of bullying. Charlie Schnell’s parents, Dawn and Scott, claim that the school failed to protect their son from bullying and rumors, and neglected to inform them of his vulnerable state. According to the lawsuit, the parents assert that Landon School lacked a written anti-bullying policy during the 2021-2022 school year, which would have required investigations, anonymous reporting, and parental notification. They … Read more

Legal Battle Over Texas Border Law Likely to Reach Supreme Court, Says Constitutional Law Expert

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A Dallas constitutional law expert predicts that the federal border lawsuit between the Biden administration and the state of Texas will eventually reach the Supreme Court. The lawsuit, filed by the Biden administration, seeks to strike down SB 4, a law set to take effect in March. SB 4 makes it a state crime for undocumented migrants to cross the border between ports of entry, based on existing trespass laws. First-time offenders would face a Class B Misdemeanor charge, which could increase to a Felony for repeat offenses. However, migrants can avoid jail time by … Read more

Lawsuit Targets Hershey’s Deceptive Marketing of Reese’s Halloween Candy Packaging

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Tampa, Florida – A $5 million class-action lawsuit has been filed against Hershey’s, alleging deceptive marketing practices for its Reese’s Halloween candy. The lawsuit was filed in December in the Middle District of Florida by Cynthia Kelly, who claims that the packaging of Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins misrepresented the product. According to the lawsuit, Kelly purchased a package of Reese’s Peanut Butter Pumpkins from an Aldi’s grocery store in Hillsborough County. The packaging featured a “cute looking carving of a pumpkin’s mouth and eyes,” but when Kelly opened the candy at home, she discovered that … Read more