Rallies

Community Rallies for DACA Activist’s Release Amid Legal Victory in El Paso

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EL PASO, Texas — Local advocates gathered on Wednesday to celebrate a recent legal victory for Catalina “Xochitl” Santiago, a 28-year-old DACA recipient and community activist, after a federal judge ruled to terminate her deportation proceedings. The decision, issued on Monday, came following a motion from Santiago’s legal team, which argued for her release from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) custody. Santiago has been detained for more than five weeks, having been apprehended by Border Patrol at the El Paso International Airport on August 3. Court documents reveal that the presiding judge concurred with Santiago’s … Read more

Community Rallies to Preserve Musical Director’s Role Amid Controversy Over School’s Legal Actions

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JEFFERSON TWP, Pa. — Knoch School Board members reaffirmed the role of Diane Beckstead as the musical choral director during a meeting on September 10, amid community concerns that she might be ousted for voicing her objections to a controversial lawsuit embraced by the board. About 40 supporters attended the meeting to express their solidarity with Beckstead. The board’s unanimous decision came after Beckstead’s name appeared on the meeting agenda separately from other co-curricular faculty, raising alarms among community members. Many feared her position was under threat due to her opposition to the board’s involvement … Read more

Community Rallies as Lawyer Steps In to Save Franklinville Family’s Home Amid Medical Crisis

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Franklinville, New Jersey — A family grappling with overwhelming medical expenses and financial hardships has averted foreclosure on their home thanks to a heartfelt social media appeal. The crisis began when Alexus, a 24-year-old who has faced serious health challenges her entire life, continued to require extensive care at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. The family originally relocated from Pensacola, Florida, to Franklinville following Alexus’ diagnosis of Type 2 spinal muscular atrophy, a progressive condition that affects muscle strength. Tragically, their son also suffers from the same illness. Things worsened for the family in December … Read more

Community Rallies to Combat Rising Violence in Williamsburg County: Leaders Call for Unity and Action

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WILLIAMSBURG COUNTY, S.C. — In response to a surge in violent crime, local and state officials joined community leaders in a gathering aimed at fostering safety and collaboration. The meeting, held in the wake of several shooting incidents that resulted in tragic fatalities earlier this month, focused on strategies to curb violence and inspire community involvement. Veronica Cooper, a long-time resident and organizer of the event, expressed her relief that local leaders responded to the community’s plea for help. “We’ve witnessed a disturbing increase in shootings,” she noted. “It raises the question of how much … Read more