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South Carolina Schools Push for Tougher Laws to Combat Traumatic Swatting Hoaxes

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COLUMBIA, S.C. — Law enforcement officials in South Carolina are intensifying calls for legislative action to address increasing incidents of hoax emergency calls, known as “swatting,” that disrupt school environments and cause significant distress among students and staff. During a recent hearing on campus safety at the State House, police chiefs from various colleges and universities across the state urged lawmakers to implement stricter laws against these deceptive calls. The officials emphasized the urgency of the matter, highlighting that every reported incident requires a full response from law enforcement, using resources that could be stretched … Read more

Prosecutors Push for Tougher Sentence in Shawn Kemp Tacoma Mall Shooting Case

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TACOMA, Wash. — Pierce County prosecutors are seeking a reconsideration of the sentence given to former NBA player Shawn Kemp for his involvement in a shooting incident at the Tacoma Mall earlier this year. Prosecutors argue that Kemp’s actions amount to a violent offense, warranting a more severe punishment than what was imposed. In a motion filed by the Pierce County Prosecuting Attorney’s Office, officials claim that Kemp should have received jail time rather than the limited sentence of 30 days of home detention and 240 hours of community service. This sentence was handed down … Read more

Nassau Judge Calls for Tougher Penalty in Case of Theater Teacher’s Inappropriate Conduct with Student

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Manhasset, New York — A tenured high school theater teacher has been found to have engaged in inappropriate physical contact with a student during a rehearsal, prompting a Nassau judge to advocate for stronger disciplinary measures beyond a previous fine and mandatory training. Nassau Supreme Court Justice Catherine Rizzo criticized a hearing officer’s earlier decision that permitted Robbert Fessler to retain his teaching position after he demonstrated acting techniques that included kissing a student’s arm. Rizzo’s ruling emphasized that the original ruling did not sufficiently consider the potential harm to the student involved, stating that … Read more

New Strides in Pueblo: Tougher Loitering Laws Aim to Transform Local Public Spaces

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Pueblo, Colorado, is moving toward enacting stricter loitering laws aimed at addressing issues surrounding public safety and quality of life in the community. The proposed legislation seeks to enhance the city’s ability to manage loitering, particularly in areas that residents and officials deem problematic. City leaders have expressed concern that current regulations are insufficient to tackle the challenges posed by loitering, which can contribute to crime and attract negative behavior in certain neighborhoods. The new laws are being considered in light of increasing calls from residents for more effective measures to ensure safety. Under the … Read more