Racist comments online spark debate on free speech
Online comments sections reveal persistent racism despite overall decline on Main Street. Moderators remove vicious posts and some sites disable comments to curb harm. Journalists argue anonymity fuels anger while experts urge accountability and clearer posting standards.
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City rental code enforcement prompts debate in Lawrence
Lawrence residents push for tougher enforcement as landlord Serina Hearn faces scrutiny over a 2009 six-tenant rental with two kitchens and a disputed $2850 security deposit. City inspectors paused action while Markowitz offered affidavits. officials now reexamine after later complaints, weighing penalties and nonconforming use versus grandfathered status.
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