Ward

New Chapter in Ward County: Steven Lautt Takes Oath as North Central District Court Judge

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MINOT, N.D. — The Ward County Courthouse witnessed a significant transition on August 22 as District Judge Steven Lautt was officially sworn into office. The ceremony marked the end of one judicial chapter with the retirement of Judge Douglas Mattson, while ushering in Lautt’s new role within the North Central District Court. Lautt, a native of Minot, brings over a decade of legal experience from his work as an attorney at the local law firm Pringle and Herigstad. Since 2012, he has handled various civil cases and served as legal counsel for regional cooperatives and … Read more

Candidates Clash Over Housing Solutions and City Spending at Ithaca’s Fifth Ward Forum

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ITHACA, N.Y. — A recent community forum at the Greater Ithaca Activities Center provided an interactive platform for candidates vying for the Fifth Ward Common Council seat. Hannah Shvets, George Zurenda, and Deborah Fisher engaged in a lively discussion on pressing local issues, with a focus on housing affordability and city spending. Hannah Shvets, a Cornell University student and Ithaca native, emphasized her commitment to tackling the housing affordability crisis she believes is driving residents out of the city. She called for increased density in housing development to bolster the local tax base, which could … Read more

Manslaughter Charges Questioned in Court as NHS Ward Faces Scrutiny After Young Woman’s Death

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London, UK – A complex court case unfolding at the Old Bailey has once again highlighted the challenges faced in ensuring safety within mental health facilities. At the heart of the debate is the tragic death of 22-year-old Alice Figueiredo, who died by suicide in July 2015 while under care at Goodmayes Hospital’s Hepworth Ward in Ilford, east London. Alice Figueiredo had a history of attempting to harm herself using bin bags, tools she found 18 times on the ward where she was being treated. This disturbing detail has prompted legal action against Benjamin Aninakwa, … Read more

Disney Tries to Ward off Legal Battle as Gina Carano Challenges Her Firing from The Mandalorian

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Los Angeles, CA – Actress Gina Carano’s lawsuit against Disney over her firing from the hit series “The Mandalorian” has prompted the entertainment giant to request its dismissal. Disney argues that Carano’s claims lack legal merit and fail to state a valid cause of action. Carano, known for her role as Cara Dune in “The Mandalorian,” filed the lawsuit in August, alleging that Disney breached her contract and unlawfully terminated her due to her conservative political views. However, Disney’s legal team is now arguing that Carano’s claims are baseless and should be dismissed by the … Read more