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Wisconsin ski park faces lawsuit after allegedly firing employee for sharing Bible verses on social media

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October 9, 2025

Wisconsin ski park faces lawsuit after allegedly firing employee for sharing Bible verses on social media

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A Wisconsin snow park is facing a federal lawsuit that accuses it of firing a Christian employee for posting Bible verses on his personal social media account.

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) filed a complaint against Crystal Ridge Ski Area, LLC, formerly known as The Rock Snowpark, a winter sports park and summer events venue in Franklin, Wisconsin, on Wednesday. Their complaint alleges the park discriminated against a former employee who worked there from January 2, 2022 to June 12, 2023.

During his time of employment, the Rock Snowpark employee “frequently posted religious messages” including Bible verses, on his personal social media account, the suit states. On June 9, 2023, Rock Snowpark’s Operations Manager met with the individual and expressed concern that his posts “were discriminatory to gay people,” and asked him to refrain from posting these statements. When the employee asked if he could still post Bible verses, the manager gave approval, the suit says.

Three days later, the employee posted another Bible verse on his personal social media and was terminated the same day.

A federal lawsuit filed by the EEOC claims a Christian employee was told to refrain from posting Scripture on social media that was discriminatory toward gay people. (iStock)

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The EEOC complaint states the employee did not identify his workplace or claim to be representing the views of his employer on his social media account. His posts were not directed at any employee of Rock Snowpark and the park did not receive any complaints about the posts, the complaint claims.

The employee had worked for the company for a year and a half before his termination, during which time he received bonuses and was promoted for his excellent performance, according to the lawsuit.

The EEOC filed the suit after first attempting to reach a pre-litigation settlement, the complaint explains. The park is accused of violating Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, which prohibits employment discrimination based on religion.

The commission is asking the court to issue a permanent injunction restricting Crystal Ridge from engaging in “any employment practices which discriminate on the basis of religion in violation of Title VII.” The commission asks the court to order the park to implement new policies to ensure equal employment opportunities “regardless of religion.” The complaint also asks for the employee to receive backpay and compensatory and punitive damages for the alleged harms caused.

The EEOC lawsuit asks for the Wisconsin snow park to provide compensation and damages to an employee who was fired over alleged religious discrimination. (Getty Images/IStock)

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The commission is requesting a jury trial in the case.

“All employees have the right to earn a living free from discrimination based on their religious beliefs,” EEOC Acting Chair Andrea Lucas said in a press release. “While employers must remain alert to potential harassment in the workplace, religious statements made outside of work that do not reference or impact anyone in the workplace do not constitute unlawful harassment.”

Crystal Ridge Ski Area told Fox News Digital it had not yet been served the legal complaint but rejected the allegations.

“First, we want to make clear that we, as an employer and member of the community, treat all of our employees and customers equally and with respect, regardless of who they are and what they believe,” the park said. “We also expect all of our employees to similarly respect each other and the customers that we are here to serve.”

“Second, we want to make clear that the internal employment decision that apparently led to the EEOC’s lawsuit was not made on the basis of the employee’s religious beliefs. Rather, it was a business decision based on performance issues and policy violations,” they added, saying they had no further comment on the matter.

Kristine Parks is a reporter for Fox News Digital. Read more.

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Cincinnati mayor opposes judge’s move to grant bail to convicted felon linked to mass shooting gun battle

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March 7, 2026

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Cincinnati mayor opposes judge’s move to grant bail to convicted felon linked to mass shooting gun battle

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Cincinnati’s mayor on Tuesday opposed a move by a judge to grant bail to one of two suspects who has multiple previous convictions and is allegedly linked to a mass shooting during a gun battle that injured nine people at a crowded weekend concert.

In a statement, Cincinnati Mayor Aftab Pureval called the $50,000 bond given to Franeek Cobb, 24, “extremely concerning,” saying it’s a public safety issue.

“The decision to allow for the release of the accused is problematic and extremely concerning, and I stand in opposition,” the mayor said.

“This is a community safety issue. The accused, after such a horrific event involving so many victims, should not be on the streets during the court process.”

Franeek Cobb, 24, was granted bond despite multiple previous convictions, in a mass shooting at a Cincinnati concert venue. (WXIX via NNS; Hamilton County Prosecutor’s Office)

Pureval said he spoke with the City Law Department for its perspective and Hamilton County Prosecutor Connie Pillich to request a fast-tracked grand jury hearing and ensure Cobb remains in custody during the course of his legal proceedings.

Under state law, Cobb’s case will go to a grand jury within 10 days for formal charges, the Hamilton County Prosecutor’s Office told Fox News Digital.

Cobb and Derrick Long, 29, are accused of shooting nine people during a gunfire exchange at the Riverfront Live music venue in Cincinnati’s East End early Sunday. About 800 people were inside at the time, authorities said.

Prosecutors said Cobb had a personal grudge against someone he saw at the venue and opened fire, Local 12 reported. A prosecutor asked a judge to set a high bond for Cobb, citing his previous conviction that bars him from having a gun.

Both men are charged with one count of felonious assault.

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Nine people were injured in a mass shooting early Sunday at Riverfront Live in Cincinnati’s East End during a birthday celebration, police said. (WXIX via NNS)

While Cobb was granted bond, federal prosecutors charged both suspects with illegally possessing a gun or ammunition as a convicted felon Tuesday.

The state charges will go forward first, the prosecutor’s office said, but if Cobb posts bond, he would immediately be taken into federal custody.

Cobb was inside the venue when he spotted Long and opened fire, prompting patrons to seek cover, the Justice Department said. Long fell to the ground before allegedly brandishing a gun and firing multiple gunshots toward Cobb.

Franeek Cobb, 24, and Derrick Long, 29, were charged in a mass shooting at a Cincinnati concert venue. (Hamilton County Prosecutor’s Office)

“Gun violence in Cincinnati must end,” U.S. Attorney Dominick S. Gerace said in a statement announcing the federal charges. “Our top priority is protecting our communities and holding accountable those who threaten them. If you pull a trigger in an illegal act of violence or otherwise illegally possess a firearm or ammunition, rest assured we will do everything we can to send you to federal prison.”.

Investigators seized a handgun that Cobb allegedly dropped at the bar while fleeing. The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) determined casings recovered from the area where Long was shooting were all fired from the same .45-caliber gun.

Most victims suffered non-life-threatening injuries, but one person remains in critical condition, authorities said. (WXIX via NNS)

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Cobb has a 2022 felony conviction of having weapons while under disability. Long has several prior felony convictions, including one case involving trafficking in heroin and another for trafficking fentanyl, as well as failure to comply, carrying concealed weapons, arson and receiving stolen property.

Cobb and Long face up to 15 years on the federal charges.

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Handgun, credit cards stolen from truck on Detroit’s west side, police say

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March 7, 2026

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Handgun, credit cards stolen from truck on Detroit’s west side, police say

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March 7, 2026 / 5:53 PM EST
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Police in Detroit are asking for the public’s help after they say an individual stole a handgun and credit cards from a truck on the city’s west side last month.

According to investigators, the suspect, identified as a male of undisclosed age, broke into a GMC Sierra between 3 a.m. and 5 a.m. on the 1400 block of Holden Street on Feb. 15. He stole the gun and a black bag, which contained medications, eyeglasses and the credit cards, officials said.

Police in Detroit are looking for a male suspected of breaking into a truck on Holden Street and stealing items from it on Feb. 15, 2026.

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Police said the male then left the scene in a white Chevrolet Tahoe.

Anyone who recognizes the male, the Chevrolet or has any information about the incident is asked to call the agency’s 3rd Precinct at 313-596-1340 or Crime Stoppers of Michigan at 1-800-773-2587, or submit a tip here.

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Milwaukee Bucks injury report: Is Giannis playing tonight vs. the Jazz?

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March 7, 2026

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Milwaukee Bucks injury report: Is Giannis playing tonight vs. the Jazz?

The Milwaukee Bucks host the tanking Utah Jazz tonight, March 7, at Fiserv Forum in a must-win game that also sees the Bucks on a four-game losing streak. They have also lost five of their last seven games to fall further out of the postseason picture in the Eastern Conference.

“‘Cause this league, anything can happen,” Bucks guard AJ Green said after the team shot around Saturday morning. “We’ve lost four in a row. Somebody else can lose four in a row, we win four in a row and we’re right back there. So just control the controllables, focus on us.”

The Bucks are 26-35 overall and even with Giannis Antetokounmpo returning to action this week, the offense has continued to struggle. The team has scored fewer than 100 points in four of those five losses. Milwaukee’s defense, one of the poorest in the league all season, has remained sievelike as well, allowing 120.1 points per game in over the last seven.

Utah would appear to be a good team to break a losing streak against, as the Jazz are efforting to finish with one of the league’s worst records. At 19-44, they have the fifth-worst mark in the league. If their pick falls out of the top eight in May’s NBA draft lottery, it will go to Oklahoma City as part of a 2021 trade.

That said, the Jazz have the seventh-best scoring offense in the league and young guards in Keyonte George (24 points per game) and Ace Bailey (12.4) that could give the Bucks trouble. Utah does own the league’s worst scoring defense, however.

Is Giannis playing?

Yes.

The Bucks superstar is no longer on the injury report after returning from a nearly six-week absence due to a right calf strain. Antetokounmpo is playing under a minutes restriction, however, and logged just under 26 minutes in his first two games on March 2 and March 4.

Is Doc Rivers retiring?

On March 5, Rivers’ former ESPN colleague Stephen A. Smith said on a SiriusXM radio that the Bucks’ head coach was going to hang it up after the season.

Following his team’s practice on March 6, Rivers issued somewhat of a denial.

“No, I’m not getting into that,” Rivers said. “That’s something that’s; I think he feels that way, but not from me.”

Smith offered his take on Rivers’ future when he was asked if Ja Morant would be helped by being coached by the Hall of Fame finalist if he were to be acquired by the Bucks in the offseason.

“It’s not gonna be Doc Rivers because Doc Rivers is gonna retire at the end of this season,” Smith said. “Doc Rivers has been coaching for close to 25 years, this is it for him. He’s gonna step away.”

NBA playoff standings

The Bucks are out of the postseason picture entirely. Here are the play-in standings in the Eastern Conference heading into game play on March 7:

No. 7: Miami (35-29): The Bucks and Magic have split the season series 1-1. Milwaukee travels to Miami on March 12.

No. 8: Orlando (33-28): The Bucks and Magic have split the season series 1-1. The Bucks host the Magic on March 8.

No. 9: Atlanta (32-31): The Bucks and Hawks have split the season series 1-1. Milwaukee travels to Atlanta on March 14.

No. 10: Charlotte (32-32): The Bucks own the tiebreaker over the Hornets having won the season series 3-1.

No. 11: Milwaukee (26-35): The Bucks have had better luck against the play-in teams to date, as they are just 5-14 against the top six seeds in the conference.

“I think you can look at (the standings) and just see what it is but you gotta then come back to the now,” Green said. “We have a game today. How can we get better today? What do we need to work on. We gotta win today. Just keep controlling what we can and worry about ourselves.”

Taurean Prince, out (neck surgery)
Kevin Porter Jr., out (right knee swelling)

Bucks probable starting lineup

Guards: AJ Green, Ryan Rollins
Forwards: Ousmane Dieng, Giannis Antetokounmpo
Center: Myles Turner

What time is the Bucks game?

The game is set to tip off at 7 p.m. CT.

What channel is the Bucks game on?

The game will be simulcast locally on FanDuel Sports Network Wisconsin and WMLW The M with Lisa Byington, Wesley Matthews and Melanie Ricks on the call.