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Family Files Federal Lawsuit over Man’s Death in Hennepin County Jail Due to Alleged Neglect

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MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The family of a man who died in the Hennepin County Jail in 2022 has filed a federal lawsuit, claiming that the neglect of his medical needs resulted in his death. Lucas Bellamy, the son of renowned theater figure and founder of the Penumbra Theatre, Lou Bellamy, passed away at the age of 41, just three days after being admitted to the jail. The Bellamy family alleges that Lucas suffered from a perforated intestine, enduring excruciating pain, and that jail staff ignored his pleas for help despite medical guidance from previous providers. … Read more

Former County Clerk Ordered to Pay $100,000 in Damages to Gay Couple for Violating Their Constitutional Right to Marry

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Ashland, Kentucky – Former Rowan County clerk Kim Davis has been ordered by a jury to pay a sum of money to a gay couple following a federal judge’s ruling that their constitutional rights were violated. The verdict was reached swiftly, with the jury taking only two and a half hours to determine the damages owed to the couple. Davis had denied the couple a marriage license back in 2015, asserting that it went against her religious beliefs and therefore infringed upon her own rights. This case gained widespread attention across the nation. The jury, … Read more

Harney County Judge Bill Hart Reflects on a Year of Progress and Challenges in Office

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HINES, Oregon — Harney County Judge Bill Hart reflects on his first year in office, discussing the challenges, accomplishments, and lessons learned during his tenure. Serving as the county’s highest-ranking elected official, Judge Hart has been leading and making decisions that shape the future of the community. With a dedicated and pragmatic approach, Judge Hart tackled various pressing issues that Harney County faced over the past year. He carefully evaluated the economic landscape and recognized the significance of sustainable farming practices. In response, he prioritized supporting local farmers and encouraging agricultural initiatives that promote long-term … Read more

Boone County Jury Awards $159 Million in Landmark Verdict for Woman Catastrophically Injured in Crash

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Whitestown, Indiana – A Boone County jury has awarded a woman and her husband an astounding $159 million after the woman suffered life-altering injuries in a car crash that occurred in 2020. The verdict, reached on January 11 in Boone Superior Court, is believed to be one of the largest jury awards of its kind in Indiana. The case, titled Sherry Schnee and David Mark Schnee v. Ryann Early, 06D01-2101-CT-000003, highlighted the devastating consequences of the collision and the need for justice. Lead counsel Ann Marie Waldron of Waldron Tate Bowen Land LLC expressed her … Read more