A string of mass shootings leads President Biden to crack down on illegal gun sales, labeling sellers “merchants of death”. What We Know: The Ninth […]
Category: Law
HUD Secretary: Student Loan Debt Affecting Black Home Ownership, FHA Taking Action
Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Marcia Fudge characterized student loan debt as a limitation for people of color in purchasing homes. What We Know: […]
Senate Confirms Zahid Quraishi as First Muslim Federal Judge in the U.S.
On Thursday, the U.S. Senate confirmed Zahid Quraishi as a U.S. District Judge of New Jersey, making him the first Muslim American to hold the […]
Florida Passes Controversial ‘Anti-Riot’ Bill Pushed In Wake of Black Lives Matter Protests
The legislation is receiving strong support from GOP Governor Ron DeSantis, who is expected to sign it later this week. What We Know: The bill […]
Midwin Charles, CNN and MSNBC Legal Analyst, Dies at 47
Midwin Charles, a prominent defense attorney best known as a legal analyst for CNN and MSNBC, died Tuesday, her family announced. She was 47. What […]
Nike Sues Over Lil Nas X ‘Satan Shoes’ with Human Blood in Soles
The rapper collaborated on the shoes with the New York-based streetwear company MSCHF, immediately selling out upon release Monday. What We Know: According to the […]
USC Agrees to $1.1 Billion in Settlement with Hundreds of Women Alleging Abuse by Gynecologist
In total, the University of Southern California (USC) has agreed to pay out more than $1 billion for multiple settlement cases against ex-Dr. George Tyndall. […]
University of Phoenix Students to Get Nearly $50 Million in False Ad Settlement
The Federal Trade Commission secured millions for students after allegations of the school using misleading advertising in its recruitment. What We Know: The $191 million […]
Kentucky Bill Would Make It A Crime to Insult Police Officer
Sen. Danny Carroll (R-Benton), the bill’s lead sponsor, says the bill is a direct response to the riots from last summer. What We Know: On […]
Lawsuit Claims Parapalegic Inmate Denied Shower for Five Months
Anthony Tillman had been given a wash bucket and a rag to clean himself but his physical limitations prevented thorough use. What We Know: Tillman […]