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Ex-Officer Details Sniper Pad Evidence in Kirk Murder Trial
Ex-Utah officer testifies on sniper pad linked to Tyler Robinson in politically charged Charlie Kirk murder case, with key forensic evidence discussed.
Ebola Deaths in Congo Surpass 500 Amid Health Worker Strike Threats
Ebola outbreak in DRC tops 1,500 cases with 506 deaths; health workers threaten strikes over pay and conditions.
Judge Rebukes Trump-Era Energy Grant Lawsuit Transfer as 'Deeply Troubling'
A federal judge sharply criticized the Trump Energy Department's 2025 request to move clean energy grant lawsuits, highlighting legal risks for funding disputes.
11th Circuit Upholds Federal Accreditation Authority Amid Florida Challenge
The 11th Circuit court affirms private accreditors’ authority in federal student aid allocation, rejecting Florida’s constitutional claims against the federal system.
10th Circuit Bars Kansas Price Gouging Claims Citing Federal Preemption
The 10th Circuit affirms federal preemption over Kansas consumer price gouging claims tied to energy rates, limiting state consumer protection in regulated markets.
Ohio Federal Court Orders USCIS to Process Immigrant Applications Now
An Ohio federal court orders USCIS to process 15 immigrant applications, challenging Trump-era policies delaying approval.
11th Circuit Upholds Some Sex Offenders' Right to Live With Their Kids
11th Circuit partially overturns Alabama law barring sex offenders from cohabitating with their children, impacting family law and custody cases.
Supreme Court lets Texas enforce app store age verification law
The Supreme Court allowed the Texas App Store Accountability Act to take effect amid First Amendment concerns, impacting app purchases for minors.
New York man sues ICE over alleged surveillance after critical email
David Streever sues ICE for first amendment retaliation after agents tracked him post critical email about fatal shooting, raising civil liberties concerns.
Investors Sue Oracle Over Undisclosed $56B Debt Tied to OpenAI Deal
Oracle faces a securities fraud lawsuit alleging undisclosed $56 billion debt raised for its $300 billion OpenAI cloud contract, raising compliance concerns.
Judge Denies Summary Judgment in Reggaeton Copyright Fight Over 'Fish Market'
Federal judge denies summary judgment in Jamaican producers' suit over reggaeton's 'Fish Market' track, highlighting challenges in music copyright cases.
Kalshi and Polymarket Sue Minnesota Over Prediction Markets Ban
Kalshi and Polymarket challenge Minnesota's law banning prediction markets, raising federal preemption and First Amendment issues affecting legal compliance.
Hawaii University Officials Granted Immunity in Free Speech Lawsuit
Court grants personal immunity to University of Hawaii officials in a First Amendment case involving professor discipline over Black History Month remarks.
Berkeley, Shelters Clash Over ADA Lawsuit From Disabled Homeless
A lawsuit by disabled homeless individuals sparks public disputes between Berkeley city and shelters over ADA compliance responsibility.
Judge Dismisses Asthma Claims Against USPS Over Mail Carrier’s Pepper Spray
A federal judge rejected asthma claims linked to a USPS mail carrier's pepper spray use on a dog, underscoring causation challenges in public liability cases.
NC Budget Freezes Legal Aid Funds for Immigration Services
North Carolina's proposed budget freezes funds for legal aid tied to immigration and naturalization, threatening access to justice for immigrant communities.
Long Island Ambulette Operators Charged in $35M Medicaid Fraud Scheme
Two Long Island ambulette operators charged with $35 million Medicaid fraud involving false trip billing and kickbacks, highlighting Medicaid vulnerabilities.
Eighth Circuit Revives Kansas City Conversion Therapy Ban Challenge
The Eighth Circuit revived a legal challenge to Kansas City's conversion therapy ban following the Supreme Court's March 2026 ruling on free speech.
Top aide to Argentina’s Milei resigns amid major corruption scandal
Manuel Adorni, top aide to Argentine President Javier Milei, resigns amid corruption allegations, deepening political crisis and mistrust in libertarian government.
US Sanctions Brazilians Tied to Terror-Designated PCC Money Laundering
The US Treasury sanctions two Brazilians and companies linked to Primeiro Comando da Capital after its terrorist designation, targeting international money laundering.