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Mount Pleasant correctional officer facing 25 years in prison for smuggling and selling tobacco

Another staff member at the Mount Pleasant Correctional Facility is facing up to 25 years in prison after police say he illegally smuggled tobacco into the prison and helped sell it for thousands of dollars. Joseph Martens, 32, of Keokuk, was arrested on …

Crime Stoppers Solved: Man was wanted by Iowa Department of Corrections for escape

Crime Stoppers: Man wanted for probation violations, escape

DAVENPORT, Iowa (KWQC) - Have you seen him? Pedro Lagos, 30, is wanted in Scott County for two counts of probation violation on original charges of possession of a weapon by a domestic abuse offender and forgery. Lagos is also wanted by the Iowa Department …

Former deputy files malpractice suit against attorney

LE MARS – A former Plymouth County Sheriff’s deputy convicted of the unlawful possession of prescription drugs has filed a malpractice suit against his original attorney. Former deputy Aaron Leusink alleges he entered guilty pleas on the advice of his …

Man serving time for crimes in Scott County dies

MOUNT PLEASANT, Iowa (KWQC) - Prison officials say a man serving time for crimes committed in Scott County, has died. According to the Iowa Department of Corrections, around 9:50 p.m. Tuesday 53-year-old Shawn Demetric King was pronounced dead at the …

Altoona man sentenced to 50 years for sexual acts against children

An Altoona man was sentenced to up to 50 years in prison after he pleaded guilty to committing sexual acts with three children from 2013 to 2019. Michael Charles Ertz, 71, pleaded guilty May 9 to three counts of lascivious acts with a child against three …

New details released about former Burlington area man sentenced to 50 years in prison child sex abuse case

New details have been released about a former Burlington area man and former Burlington police reserve officer recently sentenced to 50 years in prison after pleading guilty in a Des Moines area child sex abuse case. Michael Ertz, 71, was arrested in Polk …

Agent of change: Beth Skinner

Beth Skinner’s favorite superhero is Superman. “He’s been my role model my entire life,” she says. “Truth, justice and the American way, ever since I was a little girl.” As a child growing up in Strongsville, Ohio, Skinner would perk up when driving past …

Former Burlington reserve officer sentenced to 50 years in prison in Des Moines area sex abuse case

A former Burlington area man, who served as Burlington Police Department reserve officer, has been sentenced to up to 50 years in prison for child sexual abuse charges in Polk and Dallas counties. Michael Ertz, 71, of Altoona, was arrested in Polk County …

Altoona man gets 50-year prison sentence for pleading guilty to numerous sex abuse crimes

AFTER THAT MEETING. ALTOONA MAN FACES CHARGES IN TWO SEPARATE CASES AFTER POLICE SAY HE SEXUALLY ABUSED AT LEAST TWO CHILDREN. SEVEN YEAR-OLD MICHAEL ERTZ WAS ARRESTED IN WEST DES MOINES ON THURSDAY. HE’S SINCE BEEN RELEASED. COURT DOCUMENTS SAY NEARLY TEN …

Jeff Wenninger Launches New Website to Foster Dialogue on Law Enforcement Accountability and Reform

CLEVELAND, OH, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jeff Wenninger, retired LAPD Lieutenant, author, speaker, and CEO of Law Enforcement Consultants, LLC, is excited to announce the launch of his newly designed website, jeffwenninger …

Rising Inflation Leads to Contract Trouble for Business Owners

RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As inflation continues to rise and resources become more scarce, there has been an increase in contract-related disputes. The rising costs of goods, labor, and services are disrupting …

Coach and Healer Sir James Gray Robinson Recently Featured on Close Up Radio

FERNANDINA BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- James Gray Robinson has two titles in his name, Sir and Esquire. The first tells you he received a special honor for his humanitarianism and philanthropy, the second tells …

Attorney and Author Cheryl R. Lee of BayVista Recently Featured on Close Up Radio

SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the heart of San Diego, one woman’s dedication to affordable housing and community development is making a significant impact. Cheryl R. Lee, renowned attorney and CEO of …

Exit Planning Institute® Launches Chapters in San Francisco and Sarasota

CLEVELAND, OH, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cleveland-based Exit Planning Institute® (EPI) has launched two additional chapters in San Francisco, CA, and Sarasota, FL, bringing its total chapters globally to 29. Chapters provide a …

Why Protection Tax Complaints Are Used Internally for Case Protection

Protection Tax uses internal complaints to trigger reviews, escalate filings, and update hardship statuses, ensuring a proactive approach to IRS developments. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Within the firm’s internal …

Officer Next Door vs. Firefighter Next Door: Friendly Rivalry Lights Up Vegas for Charity

First Responders Unite to Raise Nearly $200,000 at Annual George Maloof Police vs. Fire Football Game LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a powerful show of unity, the Officer Next Door (OND) and Firefighter Next …

New Book Reframes Legal as a Startup Growth Enabler, Not a Barrier

“Startup Legal from the Inside Out” offers founders a clear, practical guide to building scalable legal infrastructure from day one SãO PAULO, BRAZIL, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Legal strategy is often an afterthought in the fast-moving world of …

Men lean on divorce lawyers for support due to lack of network, says expert

Divorce specialist is calling attention to the quiet burden many men carry when going through divorce, often turning to their solicitor for emotional support. UNITED KINGDOM, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With Mental Health Awareness Week 2025 fast …

Nerdy South Inc. Partners with Palm Bay Police Foundation to Launch New Website to Enhance Community Engagement

Nerdy South Inc., an award-winning web design and digital marketing company, has announced the launch of a new website for the Palm Bay Police Foundation. PALM BAY, FL, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nerdy South Inc., an award …

DEADLINE ALERT for CODI, ELV, and IOVA: The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz Reminds Investors of Class Actions on Behalf of ...

LOS ANGELES, May 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz reminds investors that class action lawsuits have been filed on behalf of shareholders of the following publicly-traded companies.  Investors have until the deadlines listed …

DEADLINE ALERT for IBTA, NPWR, CAR, and NSSC: The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz Reminds Investors of Class Actions on ...

LOS ANGELES, May 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz reminds investors that class action lawsuits have been filed on behalf of shareholders of the following publicly-traded companies. Investors have until the deadlines listed …

Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP Alerts Investors There Is an Ongoing Securities Class Action Against Treace Medical ...

NEW YORK, May 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP (“Scott+Scott”), an international shareholder and consumer rights litigation firm, has filed a securities class action lawsuit in the United States District Court for the Middle …

Lowey Dannenberg Notifies NET Power Inc. (“Net Power” or the “Company”) (NYSE: NPWR) Investors of Securities Class ...

NEW YORK, May 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lowey Dannenberg P.C., a preeminent law firm in obtaining redress for consumers and investors, announces the filing of a class action lawsuit against NET Power Inc. (“Net Power” or the “Company”) (NYSE: NPWR) for …

Lowey Dannenberg Notifies BigBear.ai Holdings, Inc. (“BigBear” or the “Company”) (NYSE: BBAI) Investors of Securities ...

NEW YORK, May 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lowey Dannenberg P.C., a preeminent law firm in obtaining redress for consumers and investors, announces the filing of a class action lawsuit against BigBear.ai Holdings, Inc. (“BigBear” or the “Company”) (NYSE: …

Lowey Dannenberg Notifies Cerevel Therapeutics Holdings, Inc. (“Cerevel” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: CERE) Investors of ...

NEW YORK, May 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lowey Dannenberg P.C., a preeminent law firm in obtaining redress for consumers and investors, announces the filing of a class action lawsuit against Cerevel Therapeutics Holdings, Inc. (“Cerevel” or the “Company …

Lowey Dannenberg Notifies Bitfarms Ltd. (“Bitfarms” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: BITF) Investors of Securities Class ...

NEW YORK, May 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lowey Dannenberg P.C., a preeminent law firm in obtaining redress for consumers and investors, announces the filing of a class action lawsuit against Bitfarms Ltd. (“Bitfarms” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: BITF) for …

INVESTOR ALERT: Class Action Lawsuit Filed on Behalf of Iovance Biotherapeutics, Inc. (IOVA) Investors – Holzer & Holzer,...

ATLANTA, May 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A shareholder class action lawsuit has been filed against Iovance Biotherapeutics, Inc. (“Iovance” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: IOVA). The lawsuit alleges that Defendants made materially false and/or misleading …

Johnson Fistel, PLLP Continues Investigation into Agilysys, Inc. on Behalf of Shareholders Who Incurred Losses

SAN DIEGO, May 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Johnson Fistel, PLLP is investigating whether Agilysys, Inc. (NASDAQ: AGYS) or any of its executive officers or others violated securities laws by misrepresenting or failing to timely disclose information to …

Wolf Haldenstein Adler Freeman & Herz LLP is investigating Semler Scientific Inc. (NASDAQ: SMLR) for potential ...

PLEASE CLICK HERE TO PROVIDE YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION PLEASE CLICK HERE TO PROVIDE YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION NEW YORK, May 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Wolf Haldenstein Adler Freeman & Herz LLP ("Wolf Haldenstein"), a preeminent national …