Repairs

Humboldt County Grand Jury Reports Record Inmate Voting and Calls for Urgent Repairs in County Facilities

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Eureka, California – The Humboldt County Civil Grand Jury has released a series of six reports this month, highlighting significant findings regarding various county facilities. As the county’s independent oversight body, the jury indicated progress in multiple areas, notably in the realm of inmate voting and addressing chronic staffing shortages. One of the most remarkable revelations involved the unprecedented participation of inmates in voting during the November 2024 election. The jury reported that 74 inmates voted, a substantial increase from the one or two participants in previous years. According to the report, this shift was … Read more

Prominent Richmond Residents Clash with CSX in $2 Million Lawsuit Over Vital Bridge Repairs

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Richmond, Va. — A group of residents from a private island enclave along the Henrico riverfront have launched a $2 million lawsuit against CSX, alleging the rail company has neglected its duty to maintain a crucial bridge, the only access route to their homes. The plaintiffs, including notable local figures such as Bradford Sauer of the Sauer spice fortune and Thomas Gottwald, CEO of NewMarket, assert that the Kanawha Canal Bridge has fallen into disrepair, posing significant risks to both public safety and the usability of the island. The bridge, a critical piece of infrastructure … Read more

Montgomery County Mobilizes Fast-Track Repairs on Eroded F.M. 1097, Restoration Efforts Underway

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Montgomery County, Texas — A crucial repair operation is underway in Montgomery County where F.M. 1097 at Adkins Creek has suffered significant damage due to erosion. Montgomery County Judge Mark Keough revealed the start of the repair works on his social media platforms, showcasing efforts to reinforce the compromised roadway. The urgency of the situation prompted immediate action from local authorities after Judge Keough and Pct. 1 Commissioner Walker consulted with the area engineer from the Texas Department of Transportation (TXDOT). Photos shared by Keough show heavy machinery, including a bulldozer, preparing the site for … Read more

Notorious NYC Landlord Faces Arrest for Ignoring Court-Ordered Repairs, Could Go to Jail for 60 Days

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NEW YORK CITY – A Manhattan judge has ordered the arrest of Daniel Ohebshalom, one of the most notorious landlords in New York City, for failing to make court-ordered repairs at two Washington Heights properties. Ohebshalom, who topped the public advocate’s recent “worst landlords” list, faces up to two months in jail for repeatedly neglecting mandatory repairs, according to Judge Jack Stoller. This represents a rare instance of a landlord facing jail time for substandard living conditions. Ohebshalom allegedly ignored scheduled appointments and failed to address nearly 700 violations across the two buildings, which include … Read more