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Pro-Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil wants Supreme Court to weigh in on deportation fight
Former Columbia University graduate student Mahmoud Khalil’s lawyers say they’ll ask the U.S. Supreme Court to intervene after a federal appeals court declined to reconsider a decision that put the government a step closer to deporting him.
Judge dismisses human smuggling charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who was mistakenly deported
A federal judge dismissed human smuggling charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia, ruling the prosecution was vindictive.
TSA now says air travelers can bring medical marijuana on flights
TSA update allows medical marijuana stowed in their carry-on and checked bags.
Meta settles social media addiction case brought by rural Kentucky school district
The settlement only applies to the Breathitt County School District.
Texas board faults Camp Mystic leader for inaction during deadly flood
A Texas board has suspended the nursing license of Camp Mystic’s co-director in a scathing order that accuses her of not helping children evacuate during last year’s catastrophic floods.
Owner of ‘Peanuts’ music sues 3 companies and US government alleging illegal use of its catchy tunes
The defendants include the U.S. Department of the Interior.
Judge orders mental health evaluation for the woman accused of attempting to murder Rihanna
A judge paused the attempted murder prosecution of a woman accused of firing an AR-15 style rifle at Rihanna’s home.
Pentagon watchdog to evaluate US military’s boat strikes in Latin America
Pentagon watchdog to assess military targeting framework after strikes kill nearly 200 in Latin American waters.
ICE agent charged with shooting man through door in Minneapolis
It happened during Operation Metro Surge in January.