An editorial from The Intelligencer / Wheeling News-Register WHEELING, W.Va. — Hazing that involves physical abuse of people being initiated into clubs, fraternities and other groups remains far too common, especially on college campuses. It needs to be seen for what it is: criminal assault. Law enforcement officials in Monongalia County[Read More…]
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