Japan struck Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, right before the start of WWII and killed over 2,000 Americans. From that point on, the U.S. government knew that an attack on the mainland could happen soon. After similar strategies worked well in Great Britain, the US used a variety of decoy plans and methods to trick and confuse enemy forces. The point of Operation Camouflage was to keep enemy forces and resources from going to places where military activities were happening. In the 21st century, it would be very hard to carry out this kind of strategy. There are problems now that weren’t...
Trial for Alleged Animal Abuser in Michigan City Set to Begin on Feb. 7
CROWN POINT – A trial is set to commence on February 7th in LaPorte Superior Court for a man accused of animal cruelty and neglect. The charges stem from allegations that he failed to provide proper care for multiple dogs residing at his self-proclaimed “animal rescue” located in Michigan City. According to an incident narrative filed in court last January, the dogs were found malnourished, injured, and neglected while under the care of John Naughton at his residence on the 200 block of Earl Road. Several animal rescue organizations in Indiana and Ohio have joined forces with Naughton in a...
Michigan City Woman Allegedly Poisoned a Roommate’s Dog with Synthetic Marijuana
A woman from Michigan City may potentially be sentenced to prison for the suspected poisoning of her roommate’s dog. The poor animal endured several days of suffering before ultimately succumbing to its fate. A 23-year-old woman named Brienna Comer is facing charges of animal cruelty for domestic violence purposes. The charges have been filed in LaPorte Superior Court 4, and Comer is being charged with a level 6 felony. In October, LaPorte County Prosecutor Sean Fagan reported that the alleged criminal actions were a result of a personal dispute that took place inside a home on Hayes Street, where the...
West Virginia Offers Digital Options for Vehicle Registration and Driver’s License
West Virginians have been granted the convenience of storing their vehicle registration card in their Apple or Google Wallet on their smart phones. In addition, digital driver’s licenses are set to be introduced in Spring 2024. West Virginia Governor Jim Justice hailed the West Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles’ (DMV) transition to digital services as a significant advancement for both the DMV and the state’s residents. Digital vehicle registration is now accessible via the DMV’s website. Individuals who choose to renew their registration through the online platform will receive a link to download a digital version for their mobile wallets....
West Virginia House Debates ‘Obscene Matter’ Bill as Public Weighs In
Public input was sought on Wednesday morning regarding a bill currently under discussion by state lawmakers. This bill has the potential to subject schools, museums, and public libraries to criminal prosecution. A public hearing was held by the House of Delegates Committee on the Judiciary, with over two dozen stakeholders participating. The focus of the hearing was House Bill 4654. A proposed bill aims to eliminate the current exemption in state code that shields schools, museums, and public libraries from legal consequences related to the distribution and display of explicit material to minors. According to the current state code, certain...
Maine’s Supreme Court Rejects Trump Ballot Eligibility Case Appeal
The Maine Supreme Court has chosen not to intervene in the matter of whether former President Donald Trump can remain on the state’s ballot. This decision upholds a previous ruling by a judge, who determined that the U.S. Supreme Court should be the first to address a similar case in Colorado. Shenna Bellows, a Democrat and the Secretary of State of Maine, has determined that Donald Trump does not meet the ballot qualifications outlined in the insurrection clause of the U.S. Constitution. However, a judge has temporarily suspended this decision until the Supreme Court reaches a verdict on a similar...
Maine Lawmakers Propose $50M Relief Package for Businesses Affected by Storms
A group of lawmakers from both sides of the aisle is proposing the establishment of a relief program worth $50 million. The program aims to provide assistance to small businesses that have been adversely affected by the recent storms in Maine and other severe weather events. A new bill has been proposed by Sen. Craig Hickman, D-Winthrop, with support from lawmakers across party lines. The bill aims to create a “Small Business Weather Emergency Relief Program.” A request has been made for a substantial amount of $50 million to be allocated towards a relief fund. The Department of Economic and...
Governor Conducts Final Interviews for Director of the Department of Health
Rhode Island is on the verge of appointing a new Director for its Department of Health, putting an end to the succession of interim directors that followed the pandemic. Governor Dan McKee recently made an appearance on WBLQ’s It’s Your Business, hosted by Frank Prosnitz. During the interview, he revealed that he is currently conducting “two or three final interviews” for a certain position. Additionally, he mentioned that he is collaborating with the General Assembly to raise the director’s salary, which currently stands at approximately $150,000, in order to attract more qualified candidates from neighboring states. “We anticipate being competitive...
‘Critical Threat’ to Medical Marijuana Eases Amid Consideration of Nine Cannabis Bills
A Senate committee led by a member of the state’s Medical Marijuana Oversight Committee voted against a bill Wednesday that would have had big effects on people who use weed. Seven of the nine bills that would change South Dakota’s medical cannabis laws are still alive in Pierre. These include bills to raise the cost of a dispensary license, let police search dispensaries, and require prescribers to let a patient’s primary care provider know when they get a card. Senate Bill 82, which has since been shelved, was the most worrying for people who support weed, according to Jeremiah Murphy,...
Rawlins City Council Greenlights Contract with Cheyenne Housing Authority
In a meeting held on Tuesday, Jan. 16, the Rawlins City Council gave their approval to a local agent administrative contract with the Cheyenne Housing Authority. The city of Rawlins has partnered with the Cheyenne Housing Authority (CHA) to provide Section 8 Housing assistance to community members. According to the agenda, the City of Rawlins is responsible for administering services on behalf of the Cheyenne Housing Authority. The Cheyenne Housing Authority is committed to offering the Section 8 Rentals Certificate Program, which aims to provide affordable housing options to our residents with very low incomes. City staff conducts thorough inspections...