South Bend Common Council Passes Social Media Ordinance
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South Bend Common Council Passes Social Media Ordinance

The South Bend Common Council approved an ordinance at Monday night’s council meeting that regulates the conduct of its members on social media. A few minor changes were made to the proposal prior to its passage. The ordinance would prohibit the posting of “obscene” images or videos on social media accounts. Offenders who violate the…

Proposed South Bend Common Council Social Media Ordinance Could Spark Lawsuit
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Proposed South Bend Common Council Social Media Ordinance Could Spark Lawsuit

The South Bend Common Council is debating a proposed ordinance that would cover social media policies for its members. The ordinance could come up for a vote as early as December 8. The ordinance would prohibit the posting of “obscene” or “offensive” images or videos on social media accounts. Offenders who violate the ordinance would…

Judge Strikes Down Indiana Abortion Clinic Law

Judge Strikes Down Indiana Abortion Clinic Law

A federal district court judge has struck down parts of an Indiana abortion law as unconstitutional. Judge Jane Magnus-Stinson ruled on Wednesday that the 2013 law changing the classification of abortion clinics in the state violated the equal protection rights guaranteed in the US Constitution. The law redefined facilities that only perform drug-induced abortions as…