NFL owners unanimously approve a rule banning the hip-drop tackle

ORLANDO, Fla. — The NFL is eliminating the hip-drop tackle. NFL team owners on Monday unanimously approved a rule that bans players from using a swivel technique to tackle an opponent. A violation will result in a 15-yard penalty and could ultimately result in fines for players. NFL executive Jeff Miller said the hip-drop tackle… Continue reading NFL owners unanimously approve a rule banning the hip-drop tackle

ACLU sues Colorado school district for banning ex-employee from public meetings

A former employee of a Colorado school district was banned from school board meetings because of his criticism of the conservative administration, a lawsuit filed Thursday by the state chapter of the American Civil Liberties Union alleges. Logan Ruths was fired from his informational technology specialist role at Woodland Park School District in March after… Continue reading ACLU sues Colorado school district for banning ex-employee from public meetings