Law

Media 10 hours ago

Questions raised over Hochul’s understanding of church teaching in assisted suicide legislation

Catholic attorney warns Gov. Hochul against signing assisted suicide bill, threatens to vote against her in upcoming election over religious concerns.

Second Amendment 3 days ago

US appeals court strikes down California's open-carry ban in major Second Amendment ruling

A federal appeals court struck down California's open-carry ban affecting 95% of state residents, ruling the restrictions violate Second Amendment rights.

Opinion 4 days ago

DAN GAINOR: The 7 craziest stories of 2025. You won't believe what made this list

From biting lawyers to strange AI interviews, here are seven bizarre 2025 stories involving PETA protests, Oregon officials and even ex-CNN anchor Jim Acosta.

Opinion December 29

Birthright citizenship supporters get the law wrong by ignoring obvious evidence

Legal scholars Amy Swearer and Hans von Spakovsky challenge birthright citizenship, arguing 14th Amendment excludes children of illegal aliens.

Media December 24

Amy Coney Barrett calls Roe v Wade 'free-floating' decision that judges 'read into' Constitution

Justice Amy Coney Barrett explains why she voted to overturn Roe v. Wade, calling the landmark 1973 Supreme Court ruling "free-floating" and unconstitutional.

Media December 20

Pennsylvania bill would recognize pets as family members in divorce cases

Pennsylvania passed groundbreaking House Bill 97 recognizing pets as family members in divorce cases, creating new custody arrangements for animals.

Mexico December 16

Mexico City lawmakers throw punches and yank hair in heated congress brawl over transparency institute

Mexico City lawmakers erupted into a violent brawl during congress session, with hair-pulling and punches thrown over transparency institute debate.

Chicago December 12

Family of slain Chicago officer sues city, says department ignored warnings about dangerous partner

The family of Chicago police officer Krystal Rivera filed a wrongful death lawsuit after she was fatally shot by partner Carlos Baker on duty over the summer.

Mississippi December 12

Mississippi governor orders release of man who served more than 10 years of illegal 15-year sentence

Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves granted clemency to Marcus Taylor, who served more than 10 years of a sentence for a crime with a five-year maximum penalty.

New Jersey December 11

New Jersey's medically assisted suicide law only covers state residents, appeals court rules

An appeals court upheld New Jersey's residency requirement for physician-assisted suicide, ruling that terminally ill patients from other states are not afforded the option.