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Attorney General James highlights election protection measures ahead of New York's general election
New York Attorney General Letitia James has reminded residents of the state about the availability of the Election Protection Hotline for the general election on November 5, 2024.
North Dakota courts excel in managing felony cases despite high caseloads
The National Center for State Courts has published a comprehensive study on the management of criminal cases in North Dakota.
Kroger agrees to $1.37 billion settlement over role in opioid crisis
Attorney General Phil Weiser, along with a bipartisan group of 30 state attorneys general, has announced the finalization of a $1.37 billion settlement with Kroger.
States reach settlements with Heritage and Apotex over drug price inflation allegations
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel, alongside a coalition of 50 states and territories, has announced cooperation agreements and settlements with Heritage Pharmaceuticals and Apotex.
Juvenile Court seeks part-time youth coordinator in Dickinson
The Juvenile Court in Dickinson, North Dakota, is seeking a part-time Youth Coordinator to join their team.
Oklahoma Attorney General warns of contractor fraud after severe weather
Attorney General Gentner Drummond has issued a warning to Oklahoma residents about the potential for contractor fraud following severe weather events over the weekend.
Pyrex plant closure halted by federal court pending further hearings
Attorney General Michelle Henry has secured a temporary restraining order from a federal district court to halt the closure of the Pyrex glass manufacturing plant in Charleroi, Washington County.
Tennessee Supreme Court makes attorney contact info confidential
The Tennessee Supreme Court has announced a significant change regarding the confidentiality of attorneys' personal contact information.
Florida man charged with making online threats faces up to 20 years
An indictment has been unsealed charging Nathaniel James Holmes, a 51-year-old resident of Jacksonville, Florida, with four counts of transmitting interstate threats to injure others.
Bismarck seeks new city attorney with applications closing on December 1
The City of Bismarck is seeking a new City Attorney, with applications open until December 1, 2024.
Settlement reached over prescription drug price manipulation
Attorney General Michelle Henry has announced a $49.1 million settlement involving Heritage Pharmaceuticals and Apotex, addressing claims of price inflation and manipulation of generic prescription drugs.
Attorneys general condemn potential election-related violence
Attorney General Josh Kaul has joined a bipartisan coalition of 51 attorneys general to denounce any potential violence related to the upcoming election results.
State attorneys secure $49M settlements in generic drug price-fixing case
Attorney General Keith Ellison has announced a total of $49.1 million in settlements with Heritage Pharmaceuticals and Apotex.
Attorneys general advocate for peace amid election result concerns
In a concerted bipartisan initiative, 51 state attorneys general have come together to issue a statement advocating for peace in response to the upcoming November 5 presidential election results.
Upstate woman charged with exploiting vulnerable adult
South Carolina Attorney General Alan Wilson announced the arrest of Carolyn Coyle, a 70-year-old resident of Walhalla, SC.
America First Legal files lawsuits against Biden administration over campus unrest
Last week, America First Legal (AFL) initiated a series of lawsuits following revelations from the House Education and Workforce Committee's investigation into pro-Hamas activities on U.S. college campuses.
Attorney General Raoul deploys teams for election monitoring across Illinois
Attorney General Kwame Raoul has deployed over 200 teams of assistant attorneys general and investigators to oversee the general election across Illinois on Tuesday, November 5.
Kroger settles for $1.37 billion in national opioid case
Attorney General Kwame Raoul has announced the finalization of a bipartisan national settlement with Kroger, obligating the grocery chain to pay $1.37 billion to participating states and local governments due to its role in the opioid crisis.
Tennessee Supreme Court reviews sentencing in Pervis Tyrone Payne case
The Tennessee Supreme Court is set to hear oral arguments for a case on November 6, 2024, in Jackson.
Attorneys General stress peaceful post-election conduct ahead of 2024 elections
As Election Day nears, Attorney General Michelle Henry has joined a bipartisan group of state Attorneys General in issuing a strong message against post-election violence.