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February 4, 2024

Trump seeks to run out the clock as delays push trials closer to Election Day: legal experts

Timing could benefit former President Trump as he faces criminal trials with Election Day 2024 creeping closer, legal experts say.

February 2, 2024

Kat Von D wins copyright lawsuit in victory for artists but says she doesn’t ‘want to ever tattoo again’

Kat Von D was sued for copyright infringement in 2021, but a jury unanimously declared the celebrity tattoo artist didn't violate copyright law on Jan. 26.

February 2, 2024

UK judge reveals identities of 16-year-old convicted killers of transgender teen Brianna Ghey

In northwest England, the identities two 16-year-old convicted killers of transgender teenager Brianna Ghey were revealed in court after a judge lifted reporting restrictions.

February 2, 2024

Pennsylvania state courts ordered to allow opioid withdrawal medication for those on parole

Pennsylvania state courts are now required to allow those on probation to continue taking medication for opioid withdrawal as a result of a Justice Department settlement.

February 2, 2024

Massachusetts police officer found guilty of assaulting man in custody with baton

A Fall River police officer has been convicted of assaulting a man in custody with a baton and failing to report the assault. Nicholas Hoar is set to be sentenced on April 24.

February 2, 2024

New Hampshire elementary school worker charged after allegedly assaulting 2 children

A behavior technician at Parker-Varney Elementary School in New Hampshire has been charged with assaulting two 7-year-old children, according to police.

February 2, 2024

Singaporeans criticize US senator's 'ignorant' questions toward TikTok CEO during hearing

U.S. Senator Tom Cotton questioned TikTok CEO Shou Chew about his nationality and potential ties to the Chinese Communist Party, sparking criticism from some Singaporeans.

February 2, 2024

Malaysia halves prison term for ex-Prime Minister Najib Razak in corruption case

Malaysia's Pardons Board has reduced ex-Prime Minister Najib Razak's 12-year jail sentence to six years and slashed his fine from approximately $44.5 million to $11.3 million.

February 2, 2024

Nebraska Gov. Pillen's rejection of federal child food funding sparks legislative action

Republican Gov. Jim Pillen of Nebraska has rejected $18 million in federal funding to help feed children in need over the summer, prompting legislative action by Sen. Jen Day.

February 2, 2024

New York judge overturns wrongful convictions of childhood friends in 1987 Times Square murder case

In 1987, a tourist was fatally mugged in Times Square, leading to the imprisonment of Eric Smokes and David Warren. Decades later, their convictions have been overturned.