Law
Musk countersuit accuses Twitter of fraud over ‘bot’ count
The countersuit filed by the billionaire and Tesla CEO on Thursday alleges that Twitter committed fraud, breach of contract and violation of the Texas Securities Act.
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Alex Jones ordered to pay Sandy Hook parents more than $4M
The Texas jury must still decide how much to award in punitive damages.
4 years ago
Sandy Hook attorney: Jan. 6 panel asks for Alex Jones’ texts
A day earlier, Bankston revealed in court that Jones' attorney had mistakenly sent Bankston the last two years’ worth of texts from Jones’ cellphone.
4 years ago
Alex Jones concedes Sandy Hook attack was ‘100% real’
The parents suing Jones, though, testified Tuesday that an apology wouldn't suffice. They are seeking at least $150 million.
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Gov. Murphy signs law extending expanded outdoor dining rules
Recent surveys have found that a high percentage of restaurant patrons would like to see COVID-inspired outdoor dining continue.
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Woman gets 2 1/2 years in police car fires amid 2020 protest
A woman who pleaded guilty to setting fire to police cars amid the 2020 racial justice protests in Philadelphia has been sentenced to 2 1/2 years in federal prison.
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Blinken presses Griner, Whelan deal in call with top Russian
Blinken did not provide details of Lavrov’s response to what he had previously called a “substantial proposal” for Russia to release the two.
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A Texas teen raises over $700,000 for abortions after Rep. Matt Gaetz mocked her
Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz told a crowd in Tampa that "nobody wants to impregnate you if you look like a thumb," launching him into an online battle with a teenage activist.
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The Philadelphia County Court of Common Pleas ordered the encampment’s end last Friday. Law enforcement is expected to break it up in the coming days.
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What kind of education does Pa. owe its public school students? A judge will now decide
For eight years, parents, school districts, and advocates have been trying to prove Pa. funds its schools unfairly. Now it’s up to a Commonwealth Court judge to decide.
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Feds sue poultry producers, alleging unfair worker practices
The Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against some of the largest poultry producers in the United States.
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A curfew isn’t the way to protect Philly teens
A Philly teen suggests taking away her freedom under the new curfew law is not going to be the path to a safer city.
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Steve Bannon convicted of contempt for defying 1/6 subpoena
Steve Bannon, a longtime ally of former President Donald Trump, has been convicted of contempt charges for defying a congressional subpoena from the House committee.
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Gun rights advocates challenge Delaware’s new ban on assault-style weapons in federal court
The lawsuit argues that AR-15 rifles and similar weapons have long been in “common use” and that gives them protection under the U.S. and Delaware constitutions.
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Supreme Court won’t let Biden implement immigration policy
The court’s order Thursday leaves the policy frozen nationwide for now.
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