Champions

Texas Crash Survivor Champions Expansion of ‘Move Over’ Laws to Include All Roadside Vehicles

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San Antonio, Texas – Seventeen years after a tragic accident that transformed her life, a Texas woman is spearheading a campaign to broaden the state’s traffic safety laws to cover all stopped vehicles, not just emergency responders. Heather Haenes, who lost both legs when a car struck her as she stood between two vehicles on a highway shoulder, is collaborating with advocacy groups to push for these changes. Texas’ existing “Move Over or Slow Down” law mandates that drivers either change lanes or reduce their speed when passing stopped emergency vehicles, tow trucks, and Texas … Read more

Kamala Harris Champions Gun Violence Prevention as Red States Face High Fatalities

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Washington, D.C. – In the wake of a catastrophic school shooting in Georgia last month, national attention has pivoted towards sharper focus on gun violence and prevention measures – issues where political divisions are apparent and various outcomes strikingly different across state lines. This tragedy, deemed the deadliest school shooting in Georgia’s history, has intensified debates over how legislative responses can mitigate such violence. Residents of predominantly Republican states face a significantly higher likelihood of falling victim to gun-related deaths compared to those in Democratic states. This stark disparity is highlighted by statistics showing that … Read more

Venice Attorney Champions Victims in High-Stakes Head-On Collision Cases: Justice Pays!

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Venice, Florida — An alarming rise in head-on collisions in Venice has local authorities and community leaders searching for impactful ways to increase road safety. This small Florida community, known for its historic charm and scenic drives, has recently reported a surge in serious accidents, emphasizing the urgent need for preventive measures. Florida Highway Patrol data indicates that distraction, impaired driving, and speeding are among the top causes of these dangerous incidents. These factors contribute significantly to the overall traffic safety challenges in Venice, a concern that grows as the population swells with tourists each … Read more

“Family Champions Fentanyl Awareness Following Historic Conviction in Son’s Death”[embed]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iChgE1-IMoM[/embed]

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PLACER COUNTY, Calif. — A landmark conviction has been established in Placer County as Carson Schewe, 22, was sentenced in the county’s first fentanyl-related murder trial by jury. Schewe was found guilty on Tuesday of second-degree murder following the sale of a fentanyl-laced Percocet pill that led to the December 2021 death of Kade Webb. The verdict came after a tense period of deliberation, extending over three days and spanning two separate trials; the first was declared a mistrial after complications arose from an independent lab report. This pioneering case marks a bold stance in … Read more