A new class‑action accuses the DOJ and Google of exposing survivors’ private information when the government released the massive Epstein file trove.

HISD's board approved contracts allowing nonprofits to manage four A‑rated high schools, shifting daily control while the campuses remain part of the district.

Pennsylvania’s Supreme Court found the mandatory life‑without‑parole penalty for second‑degree (felony) murder unconstitutional, ordered resentencings in the Derek Lee case and stayed the ruling 120 days.

Denver approved a $7M grant to expand its downtown safety plan, boosting patrols, outreach and activation as part of a wider push to revive the city center.

Signed records and court filings appear to link an $81,000 judgment to Delegate Jeffrie Long, who says he didn't know about the debt. The discrepancy shows up on public disclosures.

Alexander Lukashenko signed a friendship and cooperation treaty with Kim Jong Un in Pyongyang, exchanging dramatic gifts as the two leaders deepen ties.

House Bill 2959 passed the Oklahoma House unanimously, requiring schools to notify law enforcement within 24 hours of allegations against staff. The bill now heads to the Senate.

Two heavyweight Maryland GOP hopefuls skipped the first primary debate, leaving lower-profile candidates to spar over costs, safety and education.

SB 1636 would let eligible relatives request formal case‑file reviews, require agencies to acknowledge requests in 30 days and give investigators six months to act. Supporters say it would bring fresh eyes to long-unsolved homicides.

The City Council approved an ordinance pushing the sheriff’s office and other justice agencies to log purchase orders, invoices and contracts in the city’s BRASS system.

This Saturday, Central Florida will host a wave of 'No Kings' protests, with organizers predicting thousands locally and millions nationwide.

Sheriff Garry McFadden tapped retired CMPD Sgt. Ricky Robbins as Mecklenburg County’s new chief deputy; Robbins will oversee courts and field operations beginning April 1.

Pacifica’s City Council appointed Sean Charpentier as the new city manager. He’ll start May 4 and brings 20+ years of local‑government experience and regional ties.