Today’s news
Nuns Fight New York Law to Serve Dying Cancer Patients
The Dominican Sisters of Hawthorne challenge a state mandate that conflicts with their Catholic faith.

NY Attorney General Refuses to Release Tax Returns
Letitia James blames staff for decision not to disclose financial information
Turley Warns Blue States Are Trying to 'Capture' Wealthy Residents
Legal expert says states are using 'Teddy Bear laws' to claim taxpayers haven't truly left, despite relocating.
Recent news
Apr. 17, 2026
New York Fracking Ban Lawsuit Claims Government Overreach
Father and son allege state's fracking prohibitions violate their Fifth Amendment rights.
Apr. 17, 2026
Pregnancy Help Groups Defend Right to Share Abortion Pill Reversal Information
Heartbeat International and pregnancy centers fight legal challenges in New York and California
Apr. 17, 2026
Trump's Legal Money Machine Runs Dry as Lawyers Go Unpaid
Save America PAC and MAGA PAC struggle with mounting debts and dwindling cash reserves.
Apr. 16, 2026
NY Judges Weigh Retroactive Application of Worker Injury Law
Court considers allowing challenges to pre-existing Workers' Compensation Board decisions under new law.
Apr. 16, 2026
Swalwell Accused of Misusing Donor Funds for Hotel Stays Linked to Alleged Rapes
Campaign finance records show the former congressman charged hundreds of thousands in hotel expenses, including rooms where two women claim they were assaulted.
Apr. 16, 2026
Boebert Breaks with GOP on Spy Law, Defends 4th Amendment
The Colorado congresswoman argues the government should not be able to purchase Americans' private data without a warrant.
Apr. 16, 2026
Supreme Court Justice Sotomayor Apologizes to Kavanaugh for 'Hurtful' Comments
Sotomayor's rare public apology highlights ongoing divisions within the nation's highest court.
Apr. 15, 2026
House GOP Delays FISA Reauthorization Vote Amid Bipartisan Calls for Privacy Protections
Trump administration's 'unparalleled appetite for collecting and exploiting Americans' personal data' fuels growing demands for reform of controversial surveillance program.
Apr. 15, 2026
Judge Mastando III Designated to Serve in 2nd Circuit Court
The United States Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of New York has issued a designation order for Judge Mastando III.
Apr. 15, 2026
Congress Debates Renewal of Foreign Surveillance Program
Trump urges extension as some lawmakers push for more US privacy protections
Apr. 15, 2026
Justice Sotomayor Apologizes for Criticism of Justice Kavanaugh
The Supreme Court justice issued a rare public mea culpa for her personal comments about a colleague's views on an immigration case.
Apr. 14, 2026
NY Developers Prevail in Wetlands Protection Challenge
Court ruling invalidates state laws that shielded over 1 million acres of wetlands
Apr. 13, 2026
Attorneys General Urge FTC to Curb Deceptive Rental Fees
Coalition of 26 state AGs call on federal agency to address unfair practices by corporate landlords
Apr. 13, 2026
NYC Stun Gun Ban Upheld on Appeal
Court rules city's prohibition on civilian possession of tasers and stun guns is constitutional.
Apr. 13, 2026
Judge Dismisses Trump's $10 Billion Lawsuit Over Epstein Story
The lawsuit against The Wall Street Journal was dismissed without prejudice, allowing Trump to refile the complaint.
Apr. 13, 2026
Congressman Eric Swalwell faces investigation after sexual assault allegations
Manhattan DA probes claims of misconduct by California Democrat
Apr. 12, 2026
Prosecutors Investigating Assault Claims Against Rep. Swalwell
Allegations stem from alleged 2024 incident in New York City
Apr. 12, 2026
Former Staffers Call for Swalwell to Quit Campaign and Resign
Allegations of sexual misconduct prompt demands for investigation and resignation.
Apr. 12, 2026
States Sue Trump Administration Over Greenhouse Gas Ruling Repeal
A coalition of states and local governments challenge the federal government's decision to scrap a critical climate change policy.
Apr. 12, 2026
Catholic Nuns Caring for Dying Patients Sue New York Over Gender Identity Rules
Rosary Hill Home faces fines, license revocation, and even jail time for refusing to comply with state's LGBTQ mandate