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Group moves forward with citizen-only voting issue in Michigan
LANSING, Michigan – A group has submitted language to the Michigan Board of Canvassers for a ballot initiative that would amend the state constitution to ensure only American citizens can vote in all state and local elections.Americans for Citizen Voting – Michigan submitted the language April 30.
Policy Consultant at ACLU of Colorado on HB25-1291: 'Data privacy is also a paramount concern of ours from this legislation'
Natasha Burke, a policy consultant with the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Colorado, expressed concerns regarding House Bill 25-1291.
Climate change cases complicated: Trump goes to court to prevent states from suing
WASHINGTON (Legal Newsline) - President Donald Trump now seeks to punish states planning to sue the energy industry over climate change, though judges handling suits against Big Oil have mostly refused to let them proceed.
17th Judicial District introduces competency docket to address restoration needs
On May 1, 2025, the 17th Judicial District announced the launch of a new Competency Docket and Competency Diversion Program aimed at addressing the growing need for competency restoration services among criminal defendants.
8th Circuit upholds North Dakota district court ruling in dispute involving Continental Resources
The United States Court of Appeals for the 8th Circuit has upheld the district court’s decision in a legal case involving Continental Resources, Inc. against the United States.
Baton Rouge man sentenced to 10 years for firearm possession
Acting United States Attorney April M. Leon announced that Ledale Deanthony Sawyer, 35, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, was sentenced to 120 months in federal prison.
Indiana Congressional candidate sentenced for falsifying campaign finance records
Gabriel Whitley, a former Congressional candidate from Indianapolis, has been sentenced to three months in federal prison for falsifying campaign finance records.
Idaho AG Labrador announces sentencing of three men in child exploitation cases
Attorney General Raúl Labrador has reported the sentencing of three men from Idaho for the sexual exploitation of children.
Attorney General Bonta leads coalition opposing new fair housing rule change
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has joined forces with 17 other attorneys general to send a comment letter to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
Washington property owner sentenced to prison for role in fatal row house fire
James G. Walker has been sentenced to over 35 years in prison following his conviction for the fatal fire at a row house he owned in Washington, D.C. The fire, which occurred in August 2019, resulted in the deaths of Fitsum Kebede and Yafet Solomen.
Justice Department settles with ASTEC in religious discrimination lawsuit
The Justice Department has secured a settlement in a lawsuit involving Advanced Science and Technology Education Charter Schools (ASTEC) in Oklahoma City.
Florida man given federal sentence for assault at DFW Airport
A Florida resident has been sentenced to four months in federal prison for assaulting a gate agent at the Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, as announced by Acting United States Attorney for the Northern District of Texas, Chad E. Meacham.
Maine and USDA resolve legal dispute over funding
Attorney General Aaron Frey delivered a statement regarding a settlement between Maine and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).
Florida woman sentenced to five years for PPP loan fraud scheme
Raisha Kelly, a 44-year-old resident of Loxahatchee, Florida, has been sentenced to five years in prison followed by three years of supervised release.
Mexican citizen convicted of illegally re-entering the US
Acting U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Michigan, Andrew Birge, announced that Eduardo Lopez-Escarrega, a Mexican citizen, has been convicted of Aggravated Felon Reentry by a federal jury.
Bally’s revises IPO for Chicago casino, eliminating race and gender requirements
Today, Bally’s Corporation announced changes to the public offering for its Chicago casino project, eliminating race and gender-based requirements.
Supreme Court hears case on religious charter schools and state exclusion policies
On April 30, the U.S. Supreme Court conducted oral arguments in the case of Oklahoma Statewide Charter School Board v. Drummond.
Liberty Justice Center supports Florida parents in gender identity school policy case
On April 30, 2025, the Liberty Justice Center, the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL), and Dr. Erica Anderson filed an amici brief with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit.
North Dakota Constitution Day established by newly signed bill
On May 1st, during a ceremony that aligned with Law Day, Governor Kelly Armstrong signed a new legislative measure into law.
Dayton man sentenced for aiding in fentanyl analogue distribution
A Dayton, Ohio resident, Julius Cole, 39, received a 132-month prison sentence from Chief U.S. District Judge David Bunning.