To Keep Students Safe, How Far Is Far Enough?
Thoughts and prayers aren’t enough to keep young people safe from dangers like school shooters or the climate crisis, but neither are some favorite ideologically-based solutions.
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Man Arrested in Fentanyl Overdose Case Faces Federal Charges
Man passes out fentanyl laced drugs, leaving four dead and three seriously ill. He is arrested on federal charges.
Hotel Near Six Flags to Pay Out $100K in Overdue Wages
Investigation reveals Hilton Garden Inn did not abide by minimum wage laws.
Salmonella Fears Prompt Dog Food Recall
The FDA is urging pet owners to avoid Performance Dog frozen raw pet food over salmonella concerns.
New Jersey Attorney General Grewal Says Sheriffs Can’t Partner Up With ICE
Grewal notes that his directive still lets sheriffs and other law enforcement agencies direct dangerous suspects to federal immigration authorities,
Maryland Gov. Hogan Offers $200m to Settle Black Colleges Lawsuit
Critics say that Hogan’s figure is a low-ball offer invented by the governor without negotiation.
Sandoz Inc. Issues Voluntary Recall of Zantac Over Potential Carcinogen Contamination
Sandoz Inc. is recalling certain lots of a generic version of Zantac that may be contaminated with a cancer-causing agent.
The Opioid Epidemic has Hit Australia, Too
Australia has been hit hard by the opioid epidemic despite the warnings of experts.
Man Pleads No Contest to Hit-and-Run, Sentencing Scheduled
Man involved in hit-and-run pleads no contest when deal falls through, sentencing scheduled.
Botched Spinal Procedure Results in Medical Malpractice Lawsuit
Dr. Michael Joseph Poss of Virginia Brain and Spine Center was recently hit with a lawsuit over the death of Richard Hart.