Life

Mansfield Man, 71, Faces Life Sentence After Child Rape Indictment; Other Local Cases Reviewed

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MANSFIELD, Ohio — A 71-year-old man from Mansfield is facing potential life imprisonment after being indicted for allegedly raping a child. George Hale was formally charged with one count of rape and one count of gross sexual imposition as disclosed by the Richland County Prosecutor’s Office following the recent grand jury session in December. The charges against Hale relate to an incident reported to have occurred on February 8, 2024. Prosecuting Attorney Jodie Schumacher noted that the report was made promptly. The alleged victim involved is nearing four years of age. In a separate case … Read more

Life Sentence for Kenneth Dawson in Heartbreaking Stabbing of Ex-Girlfriend Olivia Goff

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North Charleston, SC — In a tragic event that riveted the North Charleston community, 35-year-old Olivia Goff lost her life in a violent encounter, falling victim to an act perpetrated by her former boyfriend, Kenneth Dawson. According to law enforcement and courtroom proceedings, Goff was fatally stabbed by Dawson in June 2020; her last words named him as her attacker as she collapsed near her family home. Dawson, who later admitted to the stabbing, was tried for murder and related charges this past January, nearly four and a half years after the event. Throughout the … Read more

Minnesota Court Debates Value of Life in Damages Trial Following Contested Police Shooting

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In a federal courtroom in Minnesota, a high-stakes trial is seeking to assign a monetary value for the life of Cordale Handy, who was killed by police officers. The trial follows an earlier jury decision which found the officers liable for Handy’s death. The current proceedings, overseen by Judge John Tunheim, aim solely to determine the financial compensation owed to Handy’s bereaved family. The matter of compensation revolves around what Handy could have contributed to his family in both material and emotional terms throughout his expected lifetime. This includes potential earnings, as well as intangible … Read more

From Hoops to the Courtroom: Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Schenectady’s Basketball Icon and Justice, Barry Kramer

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Schenectady, NY — Barry Kramer, a standout in both college basketball and his later legal career, was not only a local legend on the courts but also a revered figure in the hallways of justice. The Schenectady native, who passed recently, leaves behind a legacy that touches various spectrums of community life, illustrating a life lived fully in public service and athletics. Born and raised in Schenectady and a 1960 graduate of Linton High School, Kramer caught the eye of many from an early age. His basketball prowess was evident as he became a Parade … Read more