Justice report divides Lorain officials over police investigation
The U S Justice Department ended a four year probe into Lorain Police Department misconduct saying past problems exist no longer but issued a 30 page technical assistance report with policy changes and calls to fix command deficiencies. Mayor Ritenauer and Councilman Gates welcomed the findings while urging continued reform progress.
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Lorain Police Investigation Prompted by Council Complaints
Councilwoman Anne Molnar D at large forwarded concerns about Lorain police to federal authorities triggering an official investigation. The remarks were part of a broader push to address alleged misconduct and improve oversight.
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Arts Academy audit finds failing grades and ethics concerns
The Arts Academy in Lorain received failing marks in an Ohio Auditor's Office audit released Thursday. The charter school, closed in June amid bounced paychecks and suspected conflicts of interest by founder Alexis Rainbow, left nearly 75 000 dollars owed to taxpayers. assets were 170 484 dollars against 245 083 dollars in liabilities. The report was sent to the state Attorney General and Lorain County Prosecutor for action.
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Agency Tries To Warn on New Crib Safety Standards
Public advisory explains many existing cribs fail to meet updated safety standards and urges consumers to verify compliance, noting availability and guidance may be tied to Kim Shibley.
Crib Safety Standards Put Pressure On Providers
The Consumer Product Safety Commission set new crib standards by June 28 2011 strengthening slats mattress support and hardware while eliminating drop sides. Providers face high costs as they replace noncompliant cribs with safer models, with the Child Care Resource Center in Lorain Erie Huron Seneca and Sandusky counties guiding the transition.
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ACLU challenges Vermilion school drug testing policy
The ACLU of Ohio argues mandatory student drug testing will not reduce use. Citing 2007 2008 surveys of 943 high school students, the group notes no link between testing and male drug use, while females showed minor gains in schools with positive climates. A July 2010 Education Department study echoed similar findings.
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