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German Human Rights Lawyers Launch Effort to Halt Arms Exports to Israel amidst Genocide Allegations in Gaza

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Berlin, Germany – Seven human rights lawyers in Berlin have filed a motion to halt Germany’s arms exports to Israel. The lawyers allege that the German government is complicit in the genocide of Palestinians in Gaza by continuing to supply Israel with weapons. This initiative has gained support from multiple non-governmental organizations, including the European Support Legal Center, Palestine Institute for Public Diplomacy, and Law for Palestine. It falls under the Justice and Accountability for Palestine Initiative. The lawyers’ motion is based on recent developments in international bodies such as the United Nations (UN) and … Read more

Man Indicted for Murder of Plattsburgh Woman in 2022: State Police Launch Manhunt

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PLATTSBURGH, N.Y. — A man believed to be responsible for the murder of a Plattsburgh woman in 2022 has been indicted on murder charges, as announced by the Clinton County District Attorney’s office. Larry M. Hicks Jr., a 47-year-old resident of Tabor City, N.C., was indicted by a Clinton County Grand Jury on January 24 for second-degree murder and third-degree criminal possession of a weapon. The charges stem from an incident that took place on July 14, 2022, when State Police responded to a check on Monique R. Yanulavich, a 45-year-old woman, at her residence … Read more

Minnesota’s Office of Cannabis Management Urges Lawmakers to Revamp Marijuana Laws for Faster Business Launch and Social Equity Support

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Bloomington, Minnesota – The Minnesota Office of Cannabis Management has urged state lawmakers to make adjustments to marijuana laws during this legislative session to expedite the establishment of cannabis businesses. In their initial report to the Legislature, the agency proposed various specific changes, one of which includes implementing a temporary license system, with a particular focus on aiding social equity applicants. These applicants are individuals who have been impacted by past criminal enforcement of marijuana laws, either directly or indirectly. The report emphasizes that implementing a temporary license system would not only speed up the … Read more

North End Business Owners Launch Lawsuit Against City of Boston Over Outdoor Dining Fees: Demand Fair Treatment and Trial by Jury

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Boston, Massachusetts – A group of business owners in Boston’s historic North End are taking legal action against the city over fees for outdoor dining in the neighborhood. The lawsuit alleges that Italian restaurants in the North End have been subjected to unfair treatment by the city in its management of the outdoor dining program for 2022 and 2023. The crux of the issue lies with the fees imposed by the city. Under Mayor Michelle Wu’s policy, North End restaurants must pay a hefty $7,500 fee to participate in this year’s outdoor dining program. Additionally, … Read more