A state court judge in Alabama prevented the Montgomery Advertiser from publishing a story about Alabama Gas Corp.’s utility plan for gas line safety. The information had been released by the Alabama Public Service Commission after an open records request. Judge Robert S. Vance of the Jefferson County Circuit approved Algasco’s request of blocking the Montgomery Advertiser from publishing any … [Read more...]
A Federal Judge Declares Gay-Marriage Ban Unconstitutional in Florida
Yesterday a federal judge ruled Florida’s gay-marriage ban unconstitutional and ordered the state of Florida to recognize marriages that were legally performed elsewhere. Robert L. Hinkle, U.S. District Judge, stayed his order immediately until after the appeal process is to be completed. Hinkle added: When observers look back 50 years from now, the arguments supporting Florida’s ban on … [Read more...]