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City of St. George Seeks Dismissal of Lawsuit by Drag Show Producers Over Revoked Permit

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ST. GEORGE, UT – Attorneys for the City of St. George have requested the dismissal of a case brought by drag show producers. The city argues that the show, which was initially denied, was able to continue and that the policies related to the revocation of the original show’s permit have been repealed and replaced. The Southern Utah Drag Stars sued the city in May after their special events permit for a drag show on public property was revoked due to violations of the city code regarding event advertising. In response to the denial of … Read more

Residents of St. Pete Beach File Lawsuit, Claim City Violated Democratic Process in Response to Commissioner Resignations

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ST. PETE BEACH, Fla. – A group of St. Pete Beach residents has filed a lawsuit against the city, alleging that its response to the resignation of four city commissioners was an illegal attempt to bypass the democratic process. The lawsuit claims that the city’s decision to appoint replacements instead of holding a special election was inconsistent and biased. This legal action follows a series of events in December when four of the five city commissioners announced their resignation in order to avoid filing an extensive financial disclosure form required by a new state law. … Read more

City of Greenwood Challenges Court Ruling: Fire Chief’s Appointment to Hospital Board Sparks Dispute

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GREENWOOD, Mississippi – A dispute between the city and county over an appointment to the local hospital board has sparked a legal battle. Recently, a chancery judge issued an injunction that prevented fire chief Marcus Banks from joining the board, leading the city of Greenwood to challenge the ruling. The conflict over the Greenwood Leflore Hospital’s leadership is likely to be taken up by an appeals court. During a specially called city council meeting, a motion was made to appeal Judge Perkins’ ruling on the appointment. The city council authorized the appeal in connection with … Read more

City Employee Files Lawsuit Alleging Racial and Age Discrimination against Topeka’s Government

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TOPEKA, Kansas – A lawsuit filed against the city government of Topeka accuses them of racial and age discrimination. Keith Bennett, an employee of the utilities department, claims he has been a victim of these unfair practices. The lawsuit, filed on December 22, alleges that Bennett, who is 54 years old and Black, received a “right to sue” letter from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on September 27. The lawsuit specifically cites one count each of discrimination and retaliation based on race, as well as discrimination and retaliation based on age. Bennett is seeking … Read more