Accident – Death – Obituary News : Coast Guard has announced that the Ohio River near Pittsburgh has reopened to maritime traffic after a sunken barge was found and removed. The barge, which was carrying coal, sank last week, causing a temporary closure of the river. The Coast Guard worked quickly to locate and salvage the barge, ensuring that the river was safe for navigation once again. The reopening of the river is a relief to businesses and industries that rely on the waterway for transportation of goods. Maritime traffic is now flowing smoothly, with no further disruptions expected.
Overall, it has been a busy week in the news, with stories ranging from the closure of Participant to the excitement surrounding Caitlin Clark’s move to the WNBA. As the world continues to navigate through various challenges and changes, staying informed through reliable news sources remains crucial. Stay tuned for more updates on these and other important stories shaping our world today.
Coast Guard Reopens Ohio River in Pittsburgh After Barges Break Loose
After nearly four days of closure, the Coast Guard has reopened the Ohio River in Pittsburgh to maritime traffic. The closure was put in place after 26 barges broke loose and floated away during flooding. The incident occurred late Friday when dozens of barges got loose from their moorings, striking a bridge and smashing into a pair of marinas. One barge sank and was located by sonar on Tuesday. The barge operator, Campbell Transportation Company Inc., is now working to salvage the remaining barges. Thankfully, there were no injuries reported during this challenging time.
West Virginia Transgender Sports Ban Ruled Unlawful by Appeals Court
The 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that West Virginia’s transgender sports ban violates the rights of a teen athlete, Becky Pepper Jackson. The 2-1 ruling on Tuesday stated that the law cannot be applied to Jackson, who has been publicly identifying as a girl since the third grade. Judge Toby Heytens emphasized that forcing her to choose between not participating in sports or playing on boys’ teams is not a true choice. The American Civil Liberties Union, along with its West Virginia chapter and LGBTQ interest group Lambda Legal, filed the lawsuit in 2021 to challenge the discriminatory ban.
London Court Rules Against Muslim Student’s Prayer at School
In a recent court decision, a Muslim student’s request to pray during lunchtime at a strict London school was denied. The High Court judge ruled on Tuesday that the student had agreed to abide by religious restrictions when enrolling in the school. The issue arose after the school implemented a rule last year banning prayer on campus due to tensions caused by a small group of students praying in the schoolyard. The situation escalated to the point of a bomb threat, leading to stricter regulations at Michaela Community School.
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