Courts & Law
New law to curb witness intimidation in Pa. is criticized by watchdogs
Critics call the law redundant, “excessively broad,” and potentially unconstitutional.
7 years ago
Delaware’s new AG says her office won’t prosecute possession of up to six ounces of pot
Delaware’s new Attorney General says her office will no longer prosecute cases of possession of up to six ounces of marijuana, among other changes.
7 years ago
Listen 1:10Trial over Delaware prison riot ends with no convictions
The trial for four inmates charged with murder in a 2017 Delaware fatal prison riot has ended with no convictions.
7 years ago
U.S. agency tightens immigration rules to spotlight child marriage
The Department of Homeland Security has announced new guidelines to track child marriages among immigrants in the United States.
7 years ago
Legal resident sues central Pa. judge over wedding day detainment
The ACLU said Pennsylvania Judge Elizabeth Beckley violated Alexander Parker's civil rights with unlawful detention, interfering with the right to marry, and discrimination.
7 years ago
Prosecutor explains challenge to Mumia Abu-Jamal hearing
District Attorney Larry Krasner filed a motion Friday outlining his challenge. The issue is now with the Pennsylvania Superior Court.
7 years ago
N.J. attorney general subpoenas Trump’s inaugural committee
President Donald Trump's inaugural committee received a sweeping request for financial records this week from prosecutors in New Jersey.
7 years ago
Gunman kills 5 people, wounds 5 police at Illinois business
A gunman opened fire at a manufacturing plant in suburban Chicago on Friday, killing five people and wounding five police officers before he was fatally shot, police said.
7 years ago
U.S. court: Feds can’t withhold funds from sanctuary cities
The ruling echoes others that block the department from withholding funds to cities that refuse to cooperate with federal immigration agencies.
7 years ago
Pa. to begin its own process of setting health limit for two PFAS chemicals
As the EPA launches national PFAS plan, Pennsylvania says its people "can’t wait" for the federal government.
7 years ago
Tamaqua teachers continue legal fight against arming school staff despite court ruling
A Schuylkill County judge says she needs more information from the Tamaqua Area Education Association before ruling on a policy that would allow some staff to carry firearms.
7 years ago
Report: Facebook, FTC discussing ‘multibillion dollar’ fine for privacy lapses
The Washington Post said Thursday that the fine would be the largest ever imposed on a tech company.
7 years ago
N.J. lawmakers announce plan to extend statute of limitations in sex abuse cases
Lawmakers say victims need more time to bring their cases. The measure has gotten renewed attention in the wake of the Catholic Church’s clergy sex abuse scandal.
7 years ago
Same-sex couples sue for the right to marry in Japan
Thirteen same-sex couples have filed a lawsuit in Japan arguing that the country's rejection of same-sex marriage violates their constitutional rights.
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