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"Inmates Win Lawsuit for Solar Eclipse Viewing Rights"
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"Inmates in New York to Witness Historic Total Solar Eclipse Following Lawsuit Settlement"
Six New York inmates sued the state corrections department after it decided to lock down prisons during the upcoming total solar eclipse, claiming it infringed on their religious rights. The inmates, with varying religious beliefs and convictions, reached a settlement with the department, allowing them to view the eclipse in accordance with their sincerely held religious beliefs. The lockdown decision was issued in March, affecting all prisons in New York, and the next solar eclipse will take place in 2044.
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"Inmates Sue Over New York Prison Lockdown During Solar Eclipse"
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Ohio Pastor's Legal Battle to Shelter Homeless Sparks Controversy
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Ohio Pastor Sues City Over Homeless Shelter Dispute
Pastor Chris Avell is facing 18 charges from the city of Bryan, Ohio, for allegedly violating zoning laws by providing shelter to unhoused individuals at his church. Despite making changes to address the city's complaints, the church alleges harassment and intimidation. The church has filed a federal lawsuit, claiming violations of its constitutional rights to religious freedom. The city denies any inappropriate treatment of religious institutions and argues that the church's actions constitute housing in a non-residential zone. The church seeks a restraining order and damages, asserting its right to free exercise of religion and protection from government hostility.
Ohio Church Sues City Over 24/7 Homeless Ministry Dispute
A church in Bryan, Ohio, is suing the city after its pastor was charged with violating city ordinances for running a 24/7 homeless ministry in the church building. The pastor and his attorney claim that city officials are trying to push the ministry out of the town, while the city argues that the church is not in compliance with local and state laws. The church is seeking a federal judge's protection against what it sees as violations of its constitutional rights to free exercise of religion and government hostility to religion.
Ohio Church Sues City Over 24/7 Homeless Ministry
Dad's Place, a church in Ohio, is suing the city of Bryan over religious discrimination after the pastor faced criminal charges for allowing homeless individuals to stay at the church. The city cited zoning and safety concerns, but the church argues that providing shelter is a religious activity. The lawsuit seeks to drop the charges and ensure the city does not force out those staying at the church. The city claims the church has zoning violations and safety issues, while the church argues it is fulfilling its religious duty to care for the homeless.