Orange County Judge Hosts Eighth-Graders for Courtroom Leadership and Career Exploration Day

GOSHEN, N.Y. — A local courtroom in Goshen became a classroom this week when Orange County Court Judge Craig Brown hosted a group of promising eighth-graders from the Junior Leadership Orange (JLO) program. The students had the unique opportunity to observe real criminal proceedings and engage in discussions about the workings of the legal system and potential career paths within it. Judge Brown, along with other notable attendees including Judge Hyun Chin Kim, Sheriff Paul Arteta, and Undersheriff Will Garcia, took part in the educational initiative, emphasizing the importance of guiding young minds toward leadership … Read more

Stalled Jury Selection Extends Karen Read Trial into Sixth Day Amid Supreme Court Appeals

Dedham, Massachusetts — As of Tuesday, the challenging process of selecting jurors for the trial of Karen Read continues into its sixth day at Norfolk Superior Court, with no new jurors chosen over the previous two sessions. Read is accused of fatally hitting her boyfriend, Boston Police Officer John O’Keefe, with her SUV in January 2022 and then leaving the scene. The alleged incident occurred outside a home in Canton, Massachusetts, during a snowy night. Prosecutors have charged Read with second-degree murder, manslaughter while operating under the influence of alcohol, and leaving the scene of … Read more

Bucknell University Football Player’s Tragic First Day Leads to Family Lawsuit Over Alleged Hazing and Neglect

LEWISBURG, Pa. – At Bucknell University, a family is grappling with immense grief following the death of their son, CJ Dickey, who tragically collapsed during his initial workout with the school’s football team. Calvin Dickey, CJ’s father, expressed the profound loss, noting the difficulty they now face even just glancing at his son’s room. The distress of the Dickey family has led them to file a legal action against Bucknell University, its officials, and athletic staff members. They claim in their lawsuit that 18-year-old CJ, who was set to play as an offensive lineman, was … Read more

Huber Heights Day Care Confronts Legal Challenge Over Injury Allegations

Huber Heights, Ohio – A Huber Heights day care center is at the center of legal action following allegations that its negligence led to a child’s severe injuries. According to the lawsuit filed early this week, a toddler suffered a skull fracture while under the care of Little People’s Day Care. The facility has since issued a statement, vehemently denying the claims and asserting their commitment to the highest standards of care and safety for their enrolled children. The lawsuit details an incident where the young child, during a routine day care activity, fell and … Read more