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Case Western Reserve University’s Renowned Legal Expert, Michael Benza, Weighs In on FirstEnergy Bribery Scandal Charges

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CLEVELAND (AP) — Michael Benza, a law professor at Case Western Reserve University, recently shed light on the charges brought forward in the FirstEnergy bribery scandal. This scandal, which has shaken the state of Ohio, involves allegations of corrupt conduct by powerful individuals and organizations. Benza’s discussion highlighted the intricate details of this complex case. The charges revolve around alleged bribes paid by FirstEnergy to public officials in order to secure the passage of beneficial legislation. The utility company is accused of funneling millions of dollars through dark money groups and political contributions to influence … Read more

Supreme Court to Review Laws Regarding Homeless Camping Rights in Western Cities

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Grants Pass, a city in southwest Oregon, has gained the attention of the Supreme Court as it seeks to challenge lower-court rulings that have complicated efforts to address homelessness in western U.S. cities. The court has agreed to review these rulings, which have made it more difficult for municipalities to prevent individuals from sleeping on the streets when there is a lack of available space in homeless shelters. This issue has been exacerbated by rising housing costs and income inequality, leading to a surge in homelessness across the region. The case is further supported by … Read more

Supreme Court to Review Rulings on Homelessness and Sleeping on Streets in Western US Cities

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WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court has agreed to review lower-court decisions that make it more difficult for cities in the western United States to regulate homelessness. The court’s decision to hear the appeal comes after recent rulings by the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals that blocked anti-camping ordinances in San Francisco and restricted the enforcement of local ordinances in Grants Pass, Oregon. Grants Pass, with the support of California Governor Gavin Newsom and other elected officials, has sought to address the issue of homelessness caused by rising housing costs and income inequality. Meanwhile, … Read more

Supreme Court to Review Controversial Rulings on Homeless Encampments in Western US Cities

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Grants Pass, a city in southwest Oregon, has received support from California Governor Gavin Newsom, as well as other Democratic and Republican elected officials, in its appeal to the Supreme Court. The city is challenging lower-court rulings that have made it more difficult for cities in the western United States to regulate homelessness and prevent people from sleeping on the streets when there is a shortage of beds in homeless shelters. Rising housing costs and income inequality have contributed to a rise in homelessness in many cities. The decision by the Supreme Court to review … Read more