Emily Rizzo
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Duane Morris’ investigation into Central Bucks finds no discrimination against LGBTQ students
Duane Morris claims the district is “ahead of the curve” in creating a welcoming environment for LGBTQ students. The ACLU calls the investigation a “sham.”
2 years ago
Listen 1:27‘Moving the needle’: Lower Merion restricts gun sales in township
Firearms businesses can no longer open in homes and near schools. Lower Merion’s ordinance limits gun sales to four commercial areas in the township.
2 years ago
Central Bucks will monitor online activity to flag students experiencing bullying or mental health issues. Data and privacy experts say there are unintended harms to consider.
2 years ago
Listen 4:39Central Bucks teacher sues the district alleging retaliation over his support for LGBTQ students
The ACLU alleges the district criticized the teacher for filing a complaint to the Office of Civil Rights, at the request of a bullied trans student and his family.
2 years ago
Listen 1:41PECO natural gas pipelines did not cause Pottstown home explosion; cause remains unknown, says PUC
The Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission concluded its 10-month-long investigation into the Pottstown home explosion that killed five people.
2 years ago
The Duane Morris law firm is reportedly charging Central Bucks School District $300,000 to $500,000 a month, for at least three months.
2 years ago
Listen 5:00Central Bucks School District spent over $250,000 to defuse anti-LGBTQ criticism
The school district has spent at least a quarter of a million dollars on attorney’s fees and public relations services since May, and the full amount is likely much more.
2 years ago
Hate crime charges for Hatboro woman who launched racist rant against Amy’s Pizzeria
Rita Bellew has been charged with “ethnic intimidation and harassment” by the Hatboro Police Department. She told WHYY News she’s “horrified” and “ashamed” by her behavior.
2 years ago
Amy’s Pizzeria in Hatboro overwhelmed with local, global support after viral video of racist attack
The owner says Amy’s Pizzeria is getting calls from around the world. Some callers make donations, others order pizzas to be delivered to local spots.
2 years ago
Listen 1:29The district claimed community members threatened the firm “in ways that are, at best caustic, and at worst, malicious and false.”
2 years ago
Central Bucks School District is considering removing 60 more books from its libraries
The district will review a total of 65 books for “inappropriate” and “sexualized content.” All of the books show up on a book reporting site used by Moms for Liberty.
2 years ago
Listen 1:34The open letter states that Central Bucks School Board is targeting its LGBTQ students.
2 years ago
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