Saturday, May 18 2013 8:58 AM EDT2013-05-18 12:58:11 GMT
Cleveland Police are investigating a homicide that happened just before 2 a.m. in the 9400 block of Mt. Auburn.More >>
Cleveland Police are investigating a homicide that happened just before 2 a.m. in the 9400 block of Mt. Auburn.More >>
CLEVELAND, OH (WOIO) -
Well, it was national news earlier this month when a Cleveland municipal judge sentenced a local woman to stand on a street corner with a sign proclaiming her as an idiot for driving on the sidewalk to avoid a school bus.
The driver, Shena Hardin, may in fact be an idiot but is this a proper form of legal punishment?
Judge Pinkey Carr thought so and she is one of a growing number of judges locally and around the country who are fans of this kind of humiliation sentencing.
Painesville municipal judge Michael Cicconetti has made something of a career out of the goofy sentences.
Now, these sentencing stunts usually draw a lot of public and media attention---but just how effective they are is questionable.
Ms. Hardin essentially thumbed her nose at the judge on the first day of her punishment by listening to music, texting and smoking.
None of which she would have enjoyed had she simply gone to jail.
Write and let me know what you think. I'm Bill Applegate and here's the address:
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Wednesday, May 15 2013 5:20 PM EDT2013-05-15 21:20:55 GMT
Travel season is fast approaching and we're looking for the credit cards that won't just help you spend your money, but actually give you something back. The credit card offers never stop coming, however,More >>
Travel season is fast approaching and we're looking for the credit cards that won't just help you spend your money, but actually give you something back.More >>
Tuesday, May 14 2013 2:14 PM EDT2013-05-14 18:14:26 GMT
This week marks National Women's Health Week, a time when women are encouraged to get screened for many illnesses. Doctors say one of the most important tests for women is the mammogram. Over the pastMore >>
This week marks National Women's Health Week, a time when women are encouraged to get screened for many illnesses.More >>
The Cleveland Asian Festival will take place on May 18th & 19th, 2013 from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Payne Ave. between E. 30th St & E. 27th St. FREE Admission, FREE Parking, No Pets.More >>
Friday, May 10 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-05-11 02:30:09 GMT
19 Action News has covered many home contracting horror stories. However, Doris Nay of Sheffield Lake's home contracting nightmare is one that's near the top of the list.More >>
19 Action News has covered many home contracting horror stories. However, Doris Nay of Sheffield Lake's home contracting nightmare is one that's near the top of the list.More >>
Friday, May 10 2013 6:55 AM EDT2013-05-10 10:55:03 GMT
The Cream of the Crop career event seeks applicants to fill more than 450 positions at the company's new Solon Market District Store! Pharmacy Techs, Graphic Artists, Catering, Delivery Drivers, BeautyMore >>
The Cream of the Crop career event seeks applicants to fill more than 450 positions at the company's new Solon Market District Store! Pharmacy Techs, Graphic Artists, Catering, Delivery Drivers, BeautyMore >>
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