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Law

Close-up of Elon Musk speaking at the SATELLITE Conference and Exhibition March 9, 2020 in Washington.
Courts & 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.

4 years ago

Alex Jones attempts to answer questions about his text messages asked by Mark Bankston, lawyer for Neil Heslin and Scarlett Lewis, during trial at the Travis County Courthouse in Austin, Wednesday Aug. 3, 2022. (Briana Sanchez/Austin American-Statesman via AP, Pool)
Courts & Law

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

Mark Bankston, lawyer for Neil Heslin and Scarlett Lewis, asks Alex Jones questions about text messages during trial at the Travis County Courthouse
Courts & Law

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

Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones attempts to answer questions about his emails asked by Mark Bankston, lawyer for Neil Heslin and Scarlett Lewis, during trial at the Travis County Courthouse in Austin, Wednesday Aug. 3, 2022. (Briana Sanchez/Austin American-Statesman via AP, Pool)
Courts & Law

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.

4 years ago

Governor Phil Murphy stands next to Frank Giampa of Vesta Wood-Fired Pizza and Bar in East Rutherford. (Edwin J. Torres/NJ Governor’s Office).
Politics & Policy

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.

4 years ago

Smoke from burning police cars rises over protesters at Broad Street and JFK Boulevard. (Emma Lee/WHYY)
Courts & Law

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.

4 years ago

Secretary of State Antony Blinken speaks during the U.S.-Japan Economic Policy Consultative Committee (EPCC) at the State Department in Washington, Friday, July 29, 2022. (Tom Brenner/Pool Photo via AP)
Courts & Law

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.

4 years ago

Political activist Olivia Julianna, 19, was publicly shamed by Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz after the congressman said women who are fat or ugly don't need to worry about getting pregnant or having an abortion. She started raising money for abortion funds across the country after Gaetz attempted to humiliate her, and has since raised over $700,000. (Callaghan O'Hare for The Washington Post via Getty Images)
NPR
Health

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.

4 years ago

A sign that reads
Community

Law enforcement expected to break up UC Townhomes encampment in coming days, as protesters hold their ground

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.

4 years ago

A general view of the Pennsylvania Judicial Center
Education

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.

4 years ago

Packaged chicken is on display at a grocery store.
Courts & Law

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.

4 years ago

A group of teens plays double dutch jumprope.
PlanPhilly
Community
Eyes on the Street

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.

4 years ago

Steve Bannon exits a car.
Courts & Law

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.

4 years ago

File photo: Brent Burdge of Wilmington, Delaware displays his sign in protest to the passing of legislation outside of Gov. John Carney's office. (Johnny Perez-Gonzalez/WHYY)
Courts & Law

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.

4 years ago

File photo: The Supreme Court is seen at sundown in Washington, on Nov. 6, 2020. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite, File)
Courts & Law

Supreme Court won’t let Biden implement immigration policy

The court’s order Thursday leaves the policy frozen nationwide for now.

4 years ago

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