The city of Boston plans to rename the North Washington Street Bridge to the William Felton “Bill” Russell Bridge in honor of Celtics legend Bill Russell, known for his civil rights activism. The renaming ceremony on Oct. 21 will include Russell’s widow, Jeannine, past and present Celtics players, and mayor Michelle Wu. Russell, who won 11 NBA championships, was a trailblazer as both a player and coach, and his legacy extends beyond basketball to his advocacy for civil rights.
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Supreme Court won’t hear challenge to Maryland assault weapons ban
Supreme Court Rejects Gun Rights CasesA split Supreme Court declined to hear two gun rights cases concerning high-capacity magazines and state bans on AR-15s, with three conservative justices expressing disagreement. Justice Clarence Thomas emphasized the critical importance of addressing assault weapon bans, while Justice Brett Kavanaugh indicated the court may revisit this issue in future terms. The Maryland law, enacted after the Sandy Hook shooting, aims to restrict certain firearms and magazines, sparking debate over...
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