A New York Times report exposed widespread child labor in a Michigan factory, prompting state and federal authorities to take action. The report focused on a Hearthside Food Solutions plant in Kentwood, alleging the presence of numerous underage workers. Michigan’s Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO) and the U.S. Department of Labor launched investigations into the facility. Additionally, Michigan’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (MIOSHA) levied over $50,000 in fines against the plant for inadequate safety training and dangerous machinery. Hearthside initially d ..read more

Understanding Domestic Violence Laws in Michigan Domestic violence is a serious issue that can affect anyone, regardless of age, income, or background. If you are experiencing domestic violence in Michigan, it’s important to know your rights and the laws that protect you. This article will explain the key points of domestic violence laws in Michigan. What is Domestic Violence? Michigan law defines domestic violence as a pattern of behavior used to control an intimate partner. This can include: Physical abuse: Hitting, kicking, shoving, grabbing, choking, or any other physical force used to ..read more

Understanding Domestic Violence Laws in Michigan Macomb County Prosecutor Peter Lucido has filed the first charges under Michigan’s new safe storage law following a critical accident in Warren. An 8-year-old boy allegedly accessed an unsecured firearm and shot himself in the face. The boy’s father, Theo Nichols, now faces a combination of charges, including child abuse, illegal gun possession, and violating the safe storage law. This incident marks a turning point for gun safety enforcement in Macomb County. The recently enacted safe storage law mandates that firearms be secured with a trig ..read more

The DEA is investigating international criminal organizations that are operating illegal marijuana grows in about 20 states, including Maine. The significant electricity usage in a residence, its windows concealed with cardboard, and the scent of marijuana caught the attention of law enforcement, leading them to discover an illegal cultivation operation hidden away in a remote area. The recent discovery of a home equipped with a concealed grow operation and the subsequent seizure of approximately 40 pounds of processed marijuana serves as a prime example of a troubling trend that law enforce ..read more

POW – Right in the Kisser. Businesses watch out for the law A Pennsylvania-based convenience store chain was hit with a lawsuit by the Biden administration at the same time the president stopped by one of their locations on the campaign trail. Sheetz is being accused of racial discrimination by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). THE EEOC claims that the company’s hiring practices discriminated against minority applicants. The lawsuit was filed the same day Biden cheerfully stopped by a Pittsburgh location on Wednesday for food. Specifically, the EEOC contends that Sheetz’s ..read more

Woman allowed airport police to check her luggage, had name tag on bags, according to reports Before a 21-year-old Memphis woman could board an United Airlines flight, Memphis International Airport Police found 56 pounds of marijuana in her luggage, according to multiple reports. The woman was charged with possession of a controlled substance with the intention to manufacture, deliver or sell, Shelby County jail records show. This charge is a felony offense that carries harsh penalties. The woman is now free after posting a $5,000 bond, according to Shelby County jail records. Re ..read more

The Biden administration once again defends a ban in federal court, arguing that people who use marijuana should be prohibited from purchasing or possessing firearms. They claim that this restriction is supported by historical precedent and that individuals who consume cannabis while owning guns pose a unique threat to society. One of the reasons behind this argument is that such individuals are viewed as unlikely to store their weapons properly before using marijuana. Attorneys for the Justice Department responded to a series of prompts from the judges, asserting that the ..read more

Illegal Gun Ownership in Michigan: Insights and Statistics The issue of illegal gun ownership in Michigan is a complex one, influenced by various factors ranging from criminal activity to loopholes in regulatory measures. Understanding who owns illegal guns is crucial for developing targeted interventions and addressing the root causes of firearms-related crime. Let’s explore the demographics and statistics surrounding illegal gun ownership in Michigan. Demographic Insights Criminal Element: A significant proportion of illegal guns in Michigan are owned by individuals with criminal backgr ..read more

Commutations Granted by President Joseph Biden (2021-Present) Turn Phone Horizontal or Download PDF Lots of Coke and Meth. Very little Marijuana April 25, 2022 NAME DISTRICT SENTENCED OFFENSE PUBLIC DISCLOSURE Konstantin Yaroshenko Southern District of New York 240 months’ imprisonment; five years’ supervised release (September 7, 2011) Conspiracy to import and distribute with intent to import cocaine Download PDF Clemency Warrant April 26, 2022 Download PDF Clemency Warrant NAME DISTRICT SENTENCED OFFENSE PUBLIC DISCLOSURE Sergio Acosta Eastern District of Kentucky ..read more

An Election Year – Once Again Some Chit Chat about Marijuana Legalization. Pushing it off Another Agency. Maybe it will become an issue come September. If we are still around. The White House states that the final decision on marijuana scheduling now rests with the Justice Department, highlighting that the recommendation to reclassify cannabis by the top federal health agency was guided by evidence. Biden has consistently highlighted his marijuana scheduling directive and the pardons he has granted for cannabis-related offenses. This includes his proclamation as President, recognizing A ..read more