ACLU Sues Ohio Over Law Banning Trans Sex-Change Surgeries For Minors

The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) filed a lawsuit against Ohio Tuesday after state lawmakers passed a law banning transgender hormones and sex-change surgeries for minors. The law, which is set to…

Baltimore Man Charged with First-Degree Murder in Fatal Shooting Of Woman

BALTIMORE, MD — In a significant development related to the homicide on March 15, 30-year-old Reginald Peay of Baltimore has been arrested and charged with the murder of 35-year-old Lenora Alston. The…

New Jersey Lawmakers Push Menstrual Leave Bill to Allow Ten Paid Days Off Annually

New Jersey Launches Menstrual Leave and Remote Work Pilot Program TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey has introduced a pioneering initiative with the creation of the Menstrual Leave and Remote Work Pilot Program,…

Fire At Manhattan Hi-Rise Caused by Welding Accident According to City Officials

NEW YORK, NY – A fire erupted Wednesday morning on the roof of a 72-story luxury residential skyscraper under construction at 125 Greenwich Street in Lower Manhattan, sending smoke billowing into the…

New Jersey Lawmakers Seek to Increase Fines of Smoking Weed at the Beach

New Jersey Law would Increase Penalties for Smoking Cannabis on Public Beaches TRENTON, NJ — In a update to the New Jersey Smoke Free Air Act, Senators Shirley K. Turner and Anthony…

Philadelphia DA Files Lawsuit Against Insulin Manufacturers for Price Gouging

PHILADELPHIA, PA – District Attorney Larry Krasner announced on Monday a significant legal move against nearly 20 pharmaceutical companies and pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) for allegedly colluding to inflate the price of…

Harassing Missouri Landlord Sued by Feds

SPRINGFIELD, MO – The Justice Department has initiated legal action against Jimmie Bell, a Springfield, Missouri landlord, accusing him of sexually harassing female tenants, a violation of the Fair Housing Act. Filed…

Justice Department Settles Discrimination Case Against Akro-Plastics in Favor of National Guardsman

WASHINGTON, DC – The Justice Department has successfully settled a lawsuit against Akro-Plastics for discriminating against Staff Sergeant Nicholas Whitman based on his military service, violating his employment rights. The lawsuit claimed…

In New Jersey, Leaving the Scene of a Dog Bite Incident Could Soon Land You In Jail

TRENTON, NJ—A new bill in Trenton seeks to introduce measures to hold dog owners accountable if their pet bites or injures another person while in their presence. Under the proposed legislation, failing…

University Faces Federal Civil Rights Investigation For Race-Based Fellowship Program

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is facing a federal civil rights investigation over a fellowship program that allegedly discriminates based on race. The Equal Protection Project (EPP) filed a complaint in January over…

New Jersey Proposes Ban on Cosmetic Alterations to Dogs

TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey Assemblyman Sterley S. Stanley has introduced legislation aimed at prohibiting the cosmetic cropping of dogs’ ears and tail docking within the state. The bill, targeting these specific…

Traffic Stop Ends With Arrest for Illegal Gun

BALTIMORE, MD—Early Sunday morning, the Baltimore Police Department’s Central District Action Team officers conducted a traffic stop that resulted in an arrest and the seizure of illegal property. The incident involved a…

Supreme Court To Weigh Doctors’ Challenge To Removal Of Abortion Pill Safety Regulations

Supreme Court To Weigh Doctors’ Challenge To Removal Of Abortion Pill Safety Regulations Katelynn Richardson on March 24, 2024 The Supreme Court will hear on Tuesday a major challenge to the abortion…

Detectives in Baltimore Announce Multiple Arrests

BALTIMORE, MD – In a recent operation, Baltimore Police Department has made multiple arrests across the city, addressing handgun, drug violations, and other criminal activities. In the Northwest District, patrol officers apprehended…

Charleston Drug Dealer Sentenced After Fleeing Cops with Illegal Gun

CHARLESTON, SC – Joshua Nathaniel Strader, 41, from Charleston, has been sentenced to nine years in federal prison following his guilty plea to charges of possession of a firearm by a felon…

Baltimore Police Arrest Armed Individual in Southeast District

BALTIMORE, MD – A Southeast District Action Team officer, operating from a covert location on the 400 block of North Curley Street, observed an armed individual on March 22 at approximately 6:40…

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Hate Crime Charges Filed Against Middle School Students in Calvert County

CALVERT COUNTY, MD – Three 13-year-old students at Plum Point Middle School face juvenile charges for harassment and violations of Maryland’s hate crime statutes. The charges stem from incidents beginning in December…

CBP Releases February 2024 Monthly Update

WASHINGTON — U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) released operational statistics today for February 2024. CBP monthly reporting can be viewed on CBP’s Stats and Summaries webpage. “CBP continues to work with…

Counterfeit Kansas City Chiefs, Royals, and Kansas Jayhawks Championship Rings worth $2.71M Intercepted by Cincinnati CBP

CINCINNATI– Collectors and fans clamor for championship rings of their favorite collegiate and pro sports team, with some paying top dollar for the real thing. Unfortunately, third party retailers are selling counterfeit…

‘Not Likely To Happen’: Jonathan Turley Pours Cold Water On Letitia James’ Plans To Seize Trump’s Assets

‘Not Likely To Happen’: Jonathan Turley Pours Cold Water On Letitia James’ Plans To Seize Trump’s Assets Harold Hutchison on March 22, 2024 George Washington University law professor Jonathan Turley said Friday…

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