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“Swatting” is not a synonym for inconvenience or fear. It describes a specific criminal act in which a false report of imminent violence is used to trigger an armed police response, often involving tactical units. The distinction matters, especially when the accusation carries political and legal consequences. That distinction is blurred in recent claims by…
SOUTH BEND, Ind. — For months, opponents of a proposed data center in New Carlisle have argued that public sentiment in St. Joseph County is overwhelmingly against the project. Opponents have repeated a message claiming “no one wants this” in public hearings, letters to officials, and online discussion forums. But what do the numbers actually…
Opinion by Akachi OkerekeThe Michiana PostDecember 2, 2025 The Party That Claims to Defend Property Rights Didn’t Defend Them For decades, Republicans have labeled themselves as defenders of property rights and individual liberty. They often argue that the government should not interfere with the decisions of private landowners. On October 28, they abandoned that principle.…