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Kansas Fights Addiction Grant Review Board awards $8.5 million to fight addiction
Kansas Attorney General Kris Kobach announced a list of 32 Kansas organizations that will receive more than $8.5 million in grant awards from the Kansas Fights Addiction Grant Review Board.
Maryland Files Lawsuit against W. L. Gore for PFAS Contamination
Attorney General Brown announced the filing of a complaint today in the U.S. District Court for Maryland against W.L. Gore & Associates for putting residents’ health at risk with contamination from toxic Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS).
Attorney General Rokita’s healthcare settlement hailed as national model by federal agency
Federal officials have recognized the efforts of Attorney General Todd Rokita's team in a settlement with a healthcare clearinghouse, presenting it as a national model.
Officer-involved death under investigation in Chippewa County
The Wisconsin Department of Justice's Division of Criminal Investigation is examining an officer-involved death in Chippewa County, Wisconsin.
Ken Paxton sues NCAA over alleged deceptive practices in women's sports
Attorney General Ken Paxton has filed a lawsuit against the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), accusing it of misleading practices by marketing sporting events as exclusive to women while allowing biological males to compete.
Maryland courts announce additional holiday closure on Christmas Eve
All courts, court offices, and administrative offices in Maryland will be closed on Tuesday, December 24, 2024.
Investigation launched into death at Marcy Correctional Facility
New York Attorney General Letitia James has announced an investigation into the death of Robert Brooks, who died following an encounter with officers from the New York State Department of Corrections and Community Supervision at Marcy Correctional...
Attorney General urges NC servicemembers defrauded by jewelry company to file claims
The Attorney General of North Carolina, Josh Stein, has called on servicemembers who were defrauded by Harris Jewelry to submit their claims before the deadline on December 21, 2024.
Minn. SC to decide if protections apply to journalists accused of trespassing in Dakota Access Pipeline case
ST. PAUL, Minn. (Legal Newsline) - The Minnesota Supreme Court is considering whether the state's Free Flow of Information Act (MFFIA) protects newsgatherers like Unicorn Riot from disclosing unpublished materials—even if they are accused of trespassing while gathering news.
Attorney General Steve Marshall Announces 2024 Safe Schools Initiative Awards Winners
Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced the winners of the 2024 Safe Schools Initiative Awards.
Former Scioto County Teacher Sentenced to Prison for Sexual Relationship with Student
A former teacher in the Bloom-Vernon Local School District was sentenced to prison for engaging in a sexual relationship with a student, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced.
Attorney General supports affordable housing project against City of Goleta
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has filed an amicus brief in the Santa Barbara County Superior Court supporting a proposed affordable housing project in Goleta.
Louisville man receives over 11-year sentence for child pornography offenses
A Louisville man has been sentenced to 11 years and 7 months in federal prison for distributing and possessing child pornography.
Jury convicts man for second-degree murder in Washington
Amard Jefferson, a 25-year-old resident of Ft.
Houston man pleads guilty to illegal firearm possession
A Houston man, aged 49, has been convicted of illegally possessing six firearms, as announced by U.S. Attorney Alamdar S. Hamdani.
Mexican citizen sentenced for illegal reentry into US
Juan Jose-Ambrosio, a 27-year-old Mexican citizen residing in Onondaga County, has been sentenced to 12 months in prison for illegally reentering the United States.
Former officer indicted for involvement in drug trafficking within correctional facilities
On December 18, Vernell Syrethia Lawson, a former Miami-Dade Correctional Officer, and Gabrielle Nicole Bess-Mills appeared in court following an indictment linked to a criminal enterprise led by Terrance Carter.
Attorney General secures $4.4M from firm aiding illegal retention of NY gift card funds
New York Attorney General Letitia James has reached a settlement with Card Compliant LLC, securing nearly $4.4 million from the company for its role in helping H&M retain millions of dollars in unused gift card funds.
Philadelphia caregivers sentenced for neglect leading to critical hospitalization
Attorney General Michelle Henry has announced the sentencing of two Philadelphia direct care workers, Rashina Long and Jasmine Long, for neglecting a quadriplegic relative.
Former CEO charged with multiple frauds involving customers and Covid-19 program
The former CEO of a Birmingham IT company faces charges of wire fraud, money laundering, and bankruptcy fraud, according to an announcement by U.S. Attorney Prim F. Escalona and U.S. Secret Service Special Agent in Charge Patrick Davis.