News from January 2025
Attorney General Raoul condemns attacks linking terrorism with diversity efforts
Attorney General Kwame Raoul has publicly condemned recent statements made by U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn, which he described as an "unfounded attack" on the FBI and diversity initiatives.
Big Oil makes last push for SCOTUS intervention in climate change case
WASHINGTON (Legal Newsline) - Oil companies have made their final plea for help from the U.S. Supreme Court as they battle a Hawaii ruling that kept alive a lawsuit that seeks to hold them liable for the effects of climate change.
Candidates announced for ninth judicial district court judge vacancy
Melodie L. Bellamy from Kearney, Matthew C. Boyle from Grand Island, D. Brandon Brinegar from Kearney, Morgan R. Farquhar from Holdrege, Sarah A. Hinrichs from Hastings, Kane M. Ramsey from Kearney, and John A. Sauder from Holdrege have submitted...
Oklahoma Attorney General reacts to DOJ report on mental health services
Attorney General Gentner Drummond responded to a U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) report concerning the Oklahoma State Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services.
Thompson Falls man sentenced for illegal firearm possession
A Thompson Falls resident, James Vernon Day, Jr., 56, has been sentenced to five years and ten months in prison followed by three years of supervised release for firearms offenses.
Coalition challenges federal policies impacting affordable housing
Attorney General Steve Marshall of Alabama has joined a coalition consisting of 15 states and the National Association of Home Builders to contest federal energy efficiency standards.
Honduran national sentenced for illegal reentry into US after prior removals
A Honduran national has been sentenced to 21 months in federal prison for illegally reentering the United States after previous deportations.
Ardmore man pleads guilty to federal firearm possession charge
The United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma has reported that Michael Adrian Wrenn, a 36-year-old resident of Ardmore, Oklahoma, has pled guilty to one count of being a felon in possession of a firearm.
South Carolina AG warns against unapproved weight loss meds
Attorney General Alan Wilson has issued a warning to South Carolina residents about the potential dangers of purchasing unapproved and compounded weight loss medications.
Justice Department addresses unconstitutional jail conditions in Fulton County
The U.S. Department of Justice has announced a proposed consent decree with Fulton County, Georgia, and the Fulton County Sheriff's Office to address conditions at the Fulton County Jail.
8th Circuit affirms district court ruling in North Dakota case
The United States Court of Appeals for the 8th Circuit has upheld the decision made by the district court in a case from North Dakota.
Attorney General warns consumers about health and travel club memberships
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel concludes her holiday scam campaign with consumer alerts focusing on travel and health club memberships.
Organized crime task force concludes year with significant achievements
The Organized Crime and Drug Enforcement Task Force (OCDETF) Unit of the United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Ohio has concluded 2024 with significant accomplishments.
Vedder Price Represents GA Telesis in $51 Million Purchase of AAR Landing Gear Overhaul Business
Vedder Price is pleased to have represented GA Telesis in the $51 million purchase of AAR’s landing gear overhaul business.
Michigan Supreme Court Upholds Convictions in Assault Case
Michigan Supreme Court upheld the convictions of Benjamin McKewen for assaulting a victim with a knife, announced Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel. McKewen was convicted by an Isabella County jury in 2017 of one count of Assault with Intent to do Great Bodily Harm (AWIGBH) and one count of Felonious Assault.
Attorney General Brown Urges US Supreme Court to Protect Minority Voters’ Rights
Attorney General Anthony G. Brown urged the US Supreme Court to reaffirm that states, in exercising their primary responsibility for legislative redistricting, should be given the first opportunity to redraw legislative maps in response to likely violations of the Voting Rights Act (VRA).
Kansas man sentenced for selling stolen human remains
A Kansas man has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for his involvement in the theft and sale of human remains.
Elder fraud remains priority for Northern District of Ohio USAO
The United States Attorney’s Office (USAO) for the Northern District of Ohio continues to prioritize combatting elder fraud.
Fulton County Jail faces legal action over alleged constitutional violations
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Georgia, along with the Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division, has announced a proposed consent decree aimed at addressing conditions at the Fulton County Jail.
Paxton appoints George Lane as director of government relations
Attorney General Ken Paxton has appointed George Lane as the new Director of Government Relations.