Mar. 4, 2026
4th Circuit Upholds Denial of Class Certification for Navy Federal Mortgage Applicants
Court rules district courts must evaluate class certification based solely on complaint's allegations under Rule 23.
Mar. 3, 2026
DOJ Taps Chicago U.S. Attorney's Office to Lead Trade Fraud Task Force
The Northern District of Illinois will serve as a key prosecutorial partner in the cross-agency effort to combat customs evasion and smuggling.
Feb. 24, 2026
ABA in Settlement Talks with Anti-DEI Group
Lawsuit over law school scholarships prompts negotiations between the bar association and a nonprofit led by affirmative action opponent Edward Blum.
Feb. 23, 2026
Stephen Colbert Defies CBS Over Interview Restrictions
Late night host posts interview online after network warns it could trigger equal time rule
Feb. 21, 2026
Supreme Court Rulings Shift Against Trump as Shadow Docket Ends
Experts predict more losses for former president as justices confront administration's policies directly.
Feb. 12, 2026
Illinois Struggles to Clear Old Marijuana Records Despite Legalization
Expungement process remains slow and backlogged, leaving many still dealing with past convictions
Feb. 12, 2026
DOJ Seeks Examples of 'Judicial Activism' to Weigh Impeachment Referrals
Department seeks to assist Congress with constitutional oversight of federal judges
Feb. 11, 2026
Lawyers Allege 'Culture of Violence' Among Border Patrol Agents After Chicago Shooting
Evidence shows agents celebrated shooting of Marimar Martinez, a U.S. citizen, and praised the agent involved.
