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Jan 27 2026POLITICS

Indiana Senate Votes to Change Bail Rules

The Indiana Senate recently approved two bills that could change how bail is handled in the state. These bills aim to amend the state constitution, allowing judges to deny bail for crimes other than murder or treason. The changes would let judges keep dangerous suspects in jail if they believe relea

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Jan 26 2026POLITICS

Staten Island's Electoral Boundaries: A Fight for Power or Fairness?

Staten Island has long been a challenging area for Democrats. Over the past 40 years, only two Democrats have secured the congressional seat, and their victories were short-lived. Now, Democrats are advocating for a change in district boundaries, arguing that it's about fairness. A judge recently r

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Jan 23 2026CRIME

Justice Under Fire: A Judge, His Family, and a Shocking Attack

In a disturbing turn of events, five individuals have been taken into custody following a shooting that left an Indiana judge and his wife injured. The incident, which took place at their home on January 18, has sparked a wide-ranging investigation involving multiple states and agencies. The victim

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Jan 22 2026POLITICS

ICE Agents: New Rules for Home Arrests?

A recent document, reportedly approved by the acting head of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) in May, has sparked controversy. It suggests that ICE agents can now enter private homes to make arrests without a judge's approval. This document was brought to light by Whistleblower Aid, a lega

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Jan 21 2026POLITICS

Lindsey Halligan: The Controversial Interim U. S. Attorney

Lindsey Halligan, a staunch supporter of former President Donald Trump, has been stopped from pretending to be the top federal prosecutor in the Eastern District of Virginia. This decision came from a federal judge, who also chose not to take any disciplinary action against her for now, considering

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Jan 21 2026POLITICS

Judge Orders Change in Virginia's Top Legal Role

In a surprising turn of events, two federal judges have taken action to replace Lindsey Halligan as the leading U. S. attorney in Virginia. They also warned lawyers about using her title incorrectly in legal documents. The judges said that calling her the U. S. attorney is not accurate and could ca

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Jan 21 2026POLITICS

A Judge Says Stop the Pretend Game: Trump's Picked Prosecutor Can't Use Her Title

A judge has told Lindsey Halligan, a prosecutor who supports former President Donald Trump, to stop calling herself a "U. S. Attorney. " This comes after a court found that her appointment was not legal. Judge David Novak, who was appointed by Trump, said that Halligan's continued use of the title i

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Jan 20 2026CRIME

A Judge and His Wife Shot: What Happened in Lafayette?

A judge and his wife were hurt in a shooting at their home in Lafayette, Indiana. The incident happened on Sunday afternoon. Judge Steven Meyer got shot in his arm. His wife, Kimberly, was hit in her hip. Both are now in stable condition after getting medical help. Police got a call about the shoot

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Jan 18 2026ENVIRONMENT

East Coast Wind Farms Get Green Light: What This Means for Your Power Bill

The East Coast is breathing a sigh of relief as three major offshore wind projects get the go-ahead to resume construction. This comes after a series of court rulings that shot down the Trump administration's attempts to halt work on these projects. The projects in question are Revolution Wind off R

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Jan 17 2026POLITICS

Minneapolis Judge Limits Federal Agents' Actions Against Peaceful Observers

A Minnesota judge has set boundaries for federal agents operating in the Minneapolis area. They can no longer detain or use tear gas on peaceful protesters who are simply watching them work. This ruling came after six local activists took legal action, backed by the American Civil Liberties Union (A

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