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Judge Halts Opt Outs for Josephine County Library District, Preserving Access to Valuable Resources

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GRANTS PASS, Ore. (AP) — A judge has ordered the Josephine County Library District to cease its practice of allowing patrons to opt out of paying library fees. The order, issued Wednesday, comes after a lawsuit challenged the library’s policy, arguing that it undermines the district’s ability to function effectively. The library district previously offered library cardholders the option to “opt out” of contributing to the fees required to access certain library services. Those who chose to opt out were still granted access to basic library services but would be prohibited from borrowing physical materials … Read more

Felon’s Airborne Assault on Judge Results in Multiple Felonies and Solitary Confinement

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Las Vegas, Nevada – A viral incident in a Las Vegas courtroom has resulted in serious consequences for the assailant. Deobra Redden, who attacked Judge Mary Kay Holthus during a sentencing hearing, now faces a multitude of felony charges. Initially in court for attempted battery causing substantial bodily harm, Redden’s actions towards the judge have escalated the charges against him. These include coercion with force or threat of force, extortion, intimidation of public officers, disregard of personal and property safety, and battery. Following the attack, Redden is now classified as a “2C” inmate, meaning he … Read more

The Las Vegas District Court Seeks Additional Marshals to Enhance Courthouse Security After Attack on Judge

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LAS VEGAS (KTNV) — The Las Vegas District Court is facing a shortage of marshals, raising concerns about the security of the courthouse, according to Chief Judge Jerry Wiese. Currently, the court ideally needs 136 marshals, but only 99 positions are filled. In response to the shortage, plans are underway to bring in additional personnel and fill the openings left by the attack on Clark County Judge Mary Kary Holthus. Following the recent attack, courtrooms are working to increase security by adding extra staff. Judge Wiese stated that a meeting has been held with a … Read more

Prominent Reality TV Judge Resigns Amidst Sexual Assault Allegations, Including Paula Abdul’s Lawsuit

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Los Angeles, CA – Nigel Lythgoe, a prominent TV producer in both the UK and US, announced his decision to step aside as a judge on the reality TV show So You Think You Can Dance. This comes after several lawsuits accusing him of sexual assault, including one filed by star Paula Abdul. Sony Pictures Television’s 19 Entertainment, the co-producer of the show, has opened an investigation into the allegations. Lythgoe, who is also the co-creator and executive producer of the Fox dance competition series, stated that he made the decision voluntarily out of concern … Read more