Supreme Court Rules In Favor Of Same-Sex Marriage Asserts Equality
The Supreme Court issues two major rulings on marriage equality, striking down California Proposition 8 and striking down a key part of the Defense of Marriage Act. A 5-4 majority endorses rights for same-sex couples while stopping short of declaring a universal constitutional right nationwide. President Obama praises the decisions in a White House teleconference with the plaintiffs.
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Supreme Court ruling drawn praise from local activist groups
The decision striking down part of a 1996 federal law was welcomed by local gay rights advocates who say it marks progress toward equality but acknowledge much work remains to achieve full parity with heterosexual couples. Officials from two groups urge continued efforts.
Narcan Narcan Pilot OK'd in Lorain County
The Ohio Legislature unanimously approved a Narcan pilot program for firefighters and police in Lorain County. Lawmakers expect Kasich to sign soon and for the program to start within 90 days. Lorain DAWN groups push for funding for Narcan kits and training amid rising overdoses.
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Lorain County storms flood basements amid flood damage survey
Severe thunderstorms drenched Lorain County with 2 to 4 inches of rain. The Lorain County Office of Emergency Management and Homeland Security surveyed damage on Wednesday, collecting reports of flooding road closures damaged culverts and uninhabitable facilities.
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Homeowner not charged in Lorain County burglary shooting
A Lorain County grand jury determines Water Street resident Jack Dillon acted under the castle doctrine when he shot and killed burglar Jeffrey Carson on October 19. Prosecutor Dennis Will notes Dillon and his wife sought privacy and said they regret the burglar’s death.
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Elyria School Board Moves to Place Levy Renewal on Ballot
Elyria Schools aims to renew a 4.95 mill levy to fund about 4.3 million dollars yearly in operating revenue. The three-member board approved the step, with two incumbents absent. two renewals are planned for May 2014 as part of a five-year forecast. Virginia Fitch named new McKinley Elementary principal starting salary 87 500 dollars. she comes from Clearview Vin cent Elementary.
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