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Parents Sue Cleveland School District Over Alleged Mold Hazards as Newton D. Baker Closure Sparks Health Concerns

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CLEVELAND, Ohio — A group of five parents from the now-closed Newton D. Baker School of the Arts has initiated legal action against the Cleveland Metropolitan School District. They claim the institution failed to address serious mold problems within the school building, posing health risks to students and staff. The district’s board of education made the decision to shut down the school in April, citing structural problems, prohibitive repair costs, and the building’s age as contributing factors. Specifically, the school has faced issues with its ceiling and foundation, leading to flooding earlier this year during … Read more

Judge Rules in Favor of Newton Teachers Union, Dismissing Controversial Strike Lawsuit

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NEWTON, Mass. — A judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed against the Newton Teachers Association, following a strike that occurred earlier this year. The decision comes after a protracted dispute between the local union and the school district over teacher compensation and classroom conditions. The strike, which lasted several days, aimed to address concerns about wages and resources, highlighting the ongoing tensions between educational staff and administration. Parents and community members gathered in support of the educators, many advocating for improved salaries and better learning environments for students. In making the ruling, the judge found … Read more

Newton Immigration Lawyer Faces Unexpected Self-Deportation Demand: A Stirring Case Unfolds

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Newton, MA — A local citizen and immigration lawyer in Newton has been ordered by U.S. immigration authorities to self-deport, a directive that raises complex questions regarding immigration laws and the personal entanglements they can provoke. The lawyer, who has remained unnamed due to privacy concerns, reportedly received a letter stating that his stay in the United States was no longer welcome, despite his extensive history of advocating for immigrants’ rights and navigating the intricacies of immigration law on behalf of others. The directive for self-deportation has sparked a wave of support and outrage from … Read more

Trial Date Set for Man Accused of Stealing Thousands in Diesel from Newton Co-Op

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NEWTON, Iowa — A Pleasant Hill man is facing charges in a case involving the theft of over $2,000 worth of diesel fuel from a Newton-based business. Authorities have scheduled a jury trial for December 9 for 32-year-old Keiny Carreras Rodriguez, who is charged with multiple felonies including second-degree theft, identity theft, and unauthorized use of a credit card. District Court Judge Steven Holwerda set the trial date following the allegations against Rodriguez, relating to incidents that reportedly took place between late August and early September this year. According to Newton Police Captain Chris Wing, … Read more