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Kentucky Sheriff Claims ‘Heat of Passion’ in Unplanned Shooting of District Judge

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Whitesburg, KY — A shocking incident in Letcher County has captured national attention as Shawn “Mickey” Stines, the local sheriff, stands accused of the fatal shooting of District Judge Kevin Mullins. The ordeal, which unfolded in the judge’s chambers on September 19, was described by defense attorney Jeremy Bartley as impulsive and driven by “extreme emotional disturbance.” Stines, 43, who ascended from the role of court bailiff to sheriff in 2018, apparently fired multiple times at Mullins, 54, who was seated at his desk, as highlighted in a silent video clip presented during a preliminary … Read more

Meet the Candidates Vying for Tarrant County’s Criminal District Court No. 2 Judgeship This November

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Fort Worth, Texas — In the upcoming November election, residents of Tarrant County are set to decide who will claim the judgeship of the Criminal District Court No. 2. This pivotal role influences not only the local legal landscape but also the wider community’s approach to justice and reform. The race for the bench includes a diverse array of candidates, each bringing their unique perspectives and experiences to a campaign that underscores the evolving dynamics within Tarrant County’s judicial system. The candidates have various legal backgrounds ranging from previous governmental positions to private practice, all … Read more

Federal Lawsuit Accuses Florence School District of Concealing Sexual Assault Incident

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Florence, SC – Allegations have surfaced against a school district in Florence, South Carolina, which is accused of attempting to suppress information related to a sexual assault involving students. A federal lawsuit filed by the victim’s family contends that school officials failed to adequately address the incident, which reportedly occurred on campus. According to the lawsuit, the distressing event unfolded when a minor student was sexually assaulted by another student at a Florence school. This serious allegation has raised concerns about the safety measures in place within the school’s environment, and the transparency of the … Read more

Essex County School District Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Severe Bullying and Discriminatory Punishments

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Belleville, NJ — In a distressing case emerging from Essex County, the parents of a Belleville Public School #4 student have launched a legal battle against the school district, alleging a systemic failure to protect their son from bullying and discriminatory treatment, some of which they claim came from the educators themselves. This lawsuit, filed in the Superior Court of Essex County earlier this month, details the harrowing experiences of their child, dating back to his enrollment in pre-kindergarten in the 2019-2020 academic year. According to the legal documents, the child, now in the second … Read more