Families

Uvalde Families Demand Justice as Special Grand Jury Convenes to Determine Criminal Charges in Robb Elementary Shooting

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San Antonio, Texas – Families in Uvalde, Texas are finding renewed hope in their pursuit of justice following the release of a comprehensive federal report detailing the failed law enforcement response at Robb Elementary School in 2022. The report, consisting of 575 pages, has prompted the formation of a special grand jury to determine if criminal charges should be filed against the officers involved. The grand jury’s decision will play a crucial role in holding those responsible for the tragedy that claimed the lives of 21 people during a 77-minute shooting rampage. The families of … Read more

The Lingering Effects of Infant Formula Shortages: How Policy Response Falls Short for American Families

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AUSTIN, Texas – In February 2022, babies were born across the country, unaware of the challenges their families would face. The shortage of infant formula during that time caused distress for parents, with bottles disappearing from store shelves. However, as these babies approach their second birthday, a new wave of families is experiencing similar struggles. According to the Census Bureau’s Household Pulse Survey, 1.4 million people reported difficulty obtaining infant formula in the previous month. A recent recall of a formula designed for children with allergies further exacerbates the issue. This ongoing pattern of formula … Read more

Families of Slain Hunter High School Students File Lawsuit Against Granite School District for Negligence in the Face of Racial Harassment

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WEST VALLEY CITY, Utah – Two years after the tragic shooting of two Hunter High School football players, their families are pursuing legal action against the Granite School District and administrators. Tivani Lopati, 14, and Paul Tahi, 15, were part of a group of mostly Polynesian students who had been involved in conflicts with a mostly Hispanic group at the school. According to the lawsuit filed in federal court, school administrators were aware of the escalating dispute but failed to adequately address the situation. As a result, one student felt the need to bring a … Read more

Illinois Passes New Laws to Provide Extended Leave for Families Coping with Loss

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Springfield, Illinois – New legislation in Illinois is set to expand the amount of leave time available for grieving families. The state has passed laws that aim to provide more support to individuals who have experienced the loss of a loved one. The legislation, signed into law by Governor J.B. Pritzker, will allow employees in Illinois to take up to four weeks of unpaid bereavement leave. This new policy is an amendment to the existing Family and Medical Leave Act, which guarantees employees up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave for various reasons, including the … Read more