Category Archives: Roy F. McCampbell
Fireworks Laws in Illinois ?
Thinking about doing fireworks on your own, but unsure of the laws in Illinois? Here’s what you need to know: Like clockwork each Fourth of July, colorful displays of fireworks dazzle the night sky in celebration of the nation’s independence. … Continue reading
OceanGate Could Face A Federal Probe for “Negligent Homicide”
OceanGate could face FEDERAL probe of ‘negligent homicide’ https://mol.im/a/12222851 via https://dailym.ai/android The Titan Submersible implosion was not an “accident.” It was a predictable surprise. It was a perfect storm of arrogance, disregard for safety and missed warning signs. Titan’s operator … Continue reading
The Kremlin Caterer Who is Overseeing The Russian Coup Parlayed A Hot Dog Stand Into Billion-Dollar Catering Fortune And Mercenary Empire
As you may have heard, there appears to be a coup underway in Russia right now. And as is typical with coups from the dawn of time, the side performing the coup is a once-loyal military faction led by a … Continue reading
When Did Slavery Really End in the U.S.? The Complicated History of Juneteenth
The push to make Juneteenth a federal holiday, which successfully led to the first national Juneteenth observance last year, brought a new wave of attention to the history behind this celebration: That on June 19, 1865, enslaved men and women … Continue reading
Your gun or your ganja: It’s illegal for marijuana users to own a gun
You can use marijuana in Illinois, and you can own a gun – but you can’t do both at the same time. “If you’re a normal, everyday Illinois resident who uses marijuana regularly, whether it’s lawfully or unlawfully, it doesn’t … Continue reading
The little-noticed court decision that changed homelessness in America
Is there a right to sleep outside? Five years ago, a federal court issued a crucial ruling. People experiencing homelessness, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals said, can’t be punished for sleeping outside on public property if there are no … Continue reading
Better Government Association Statement: Supreme Court FOIA Ruling Limits Transparency; Significantly Broadens Exemptions to FOIA
A unanimous Illinois Supreme Court ruling yesterday in a case called Chapman v. Chicago reverses a lower court’s ruling and blocks plaintiff Matt Chapman’s open records request for information from the City of Chicago’s Department of Finance. The court’s ruling … Continue reading
The 5-step “military method” for falling asleep in minutes
Sleep is vital to how we function. Poor sleep has been linked to a higher risk of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, obesity, and dementia. Sleep deprivation affects your mood, makes you less likely to remember things, and makes your immune system … Continue reading →