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More Than 20 Protestors Arrested At UConn More Than 20 Protestors Arrested At UConn
More Than 20 Protestors Arrested At UConn More than 20 pro-Palestinian protesters have been arrested at the University of Connecticut after being told to leave by university officials. CBS affiliate WFSB Eyewitness News 3 reported that 23 protestors were arrested on Tuesday, April 30 as UConn Police moved in to take down the encampment. They were charged with charged with disorderly conduct and criminal trespass.  According to Stephanie Reitz, spokeswoman for the university, on Friday, April 26, UConn shared guidelines with protest organizers and the university community for larger outdoor gatherings, including prohi…
17th Century 'Witches' Could Be Exonerated By Proposed CT Bill 17th Century 'Witches' Could Be Exonerated By Proposed CT Bill
17th Century 'Witches' Could Be Exonerated By Proposed CT Bill Convicted "witches" from the 17th century might receive official pardons even if they are not around to benefit from them.  The proposed Connecticut bill, titled H.J. No. 21, would recognize that those accused of witchcraft during the 17th century were treated unfairly. Centuries later, descendant of Wallingford witch trial victim fights for justice https://t.co/I904mpVZWB pic.twitter.com/Ovyh0NWwE4 — Record-Journal (@Record_Journal) January 29, 2023 Another bill was introduced by Senator Saud Anwar of Hartford on Thursday, Jan. 12 that would recognize that people tried, convicted, or…