Huntington

Huntington Man Facing Over 150 Years for Ohio School Stabbing, Kidnapping Charges

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Lawrence County, OH — A Huntington man faces numerous charges, including attempted murder, following a violent encounter at an Ohio elementary school that left a teacher severely injured. Joshua Collins, 43, has been indicted on multiple counts after the October incident at South Point Elementary School, officials confirmed. The incident unfolded when Collins allegedly broke into the school’s office area and pursued the principal, Bill Christian, through various sections before stabbing him. Authorities indicated that the attack stemmed from a dispute over a custody matter involving Collins. Collins has been formally charged with felonious assault, … Read more

Huntington Beach Prevails in Legal Battle to Implement Local Voter ID Laws

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HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. — In a noteworthy legal decision, a California judge has upheld the right of Huntington Beach to enforce a voter identification requirement, dismissing a state lawsuit aimed at blocking the measure. The ruling by Orange County Superior Court Judge Nico Dourbetas affirms the city’s authority under current state laws. This case emerged after local voters passed a measure enabling officials to mandate photo identification at voting booths during city elections. The judgment positions Huntington Beach, a largely Republican enclave, to potentially become one of the few areas in California to require voter … Read more

Huntington Park Councilwoman and Assembly District Candidate Accused of Negligence and Cover-Up in Lawsuit Alleging Sexual Assault and Battery

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Huntington Park, California – A lawsuit filed at the Norwalk Courthouse has accused Huntington Park Councilwoman Graciela Ortiz and 57th Assembly District candidate Efren Martinez of negligence, failure to supervise, and attempting to cover up the actions of their campaign employee Billy Valdivia during their campaigns in 2020-2021. The lawsuit alleges sexual assault and battery, negligence, intentional infliction of emotional distress, and conspiracy. The plaintiff, referred to as “B.A.,” is represented by attorney Thomas Scully. The lawsuit claims that the alleged crimes took place in a commercial space that was used as a political campaign … Read more