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Vigil Held in Pocatello to Honor Teen Killed by Police, Legal Action Continues

Vigil Held in Pocatello to Honor Teen Killed by Police, Legal Action Continues

A vigil was held in Pocatello, Idaho, to honor Victor Perez, a teenager shot by police a year ago. The event, organized by the family's legal team, took place at the site of the shooting. Perez, who had autism and cerebral palsy, was shot by officers responding to a disturbance call involving a knife. The family, represented by a national civil rights law firm, is pursuing legal action against the police department, alleging wrongful death and misconduct. The case highlights ongoing concerns about police interactions with individuals with disabilities and racial discrimination.

Florida Court Denies Motion to Dismiss in Employment Contract Dispute

Florida Court Denies Motion to Dismiss in Employment Contract Dispute

A Florida federal district court has denied a motion to dismiss a breach of contract counterclaim filed by a female obstetrician against Women’s Care Florida, LLC. The obstetrician alleged that the medical practice breached their employment agreement by delaying her start date and failing to provide 'tail' liability coverage after she terminated the agreement for cause. The court found that she adequately alleged material breaches that caused her damages.

Judge halts Trump effort requiring colleges to show they aren’t considering race in admissions

Judge halts Trump effort requiring colleges to show they aren’t considering race in admissions

A federal judge has halted efforts by the Trump administration to collect data that proves higher education institutions aren’t considering race in admissions

Federal Judge Blocks Trump Administration's Data Demand from California Colleges

Federal Judge Blocks Trump Administration's Data Demand from California Colleges

A federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction against the Trump administration's policy requiring universities to submit extensive data on applicants, including race and GPA, to ensure compliance with non-discrimination laws. This decision comes after California and 16 other Democratic-led states filed a lawsuit challenging the policy. The administration's demand was part of a broader effort to investigate whether colleges are illegally considering race in admissions, a practice prohibited by the Supreme Court's 2023 ruling against affirmative action. The University of California and California State University systems argued that the data request was burdensome and risked student privacy. The injunction temporarily halts the data collection for public colleges in the suing states while the case proceeds.

Supreme Court Hears Arguments on Trump Administration's Birthright Citizenship Challenge

Supreme Court Hears Arguments on Trump Administration's Birthright Citizenship Challenge

The United States Supreme Court recently heard oral arguments regarding President Trump's executive order aimed at ending the practice of granting citizenship to anyone born in the United States. This longstanding practice, rooted in the 14th Amendment, has been challenged by the Trump administration, which argues that citizenship should not be automatically granted to infants born to parents without legal documentation or those on temporary legal statuses. The hearing attracted hundreds of protesters, including civil rights and immigration advocacy groups, who opposed the administration's stance. President Trump attended the hearing, marking the first time a sitting president has done so, which some viewed as an attempt to influence the court's decision. The court, with a conservative supermajority, has previously ruled in favor of Trump on several immigration issues, though it has also delivered defeats.

Elon Musk's College Nightclub Venture Confirmed as True

Elon Musk's College Nightclub Venture Confirmed as True

Elon Musk's College Nightclub Venture Confirmed as True

What to know about attempts to force out the Universities of Wisconsin president

What to know about attempts to force out the Universities of Wisconsin president

The president of the 165,000-student University of Wisconsin system is fighting attempts by the board of regents to force him to retire or face being fired

Federal Judge Blocks Trump Administration's Demand for California College Admissions Data

Federal Judge Blocks Trump Administration's Demand for California College Admissions Data

A federal judge has issued a preliminary injunction against the Trump administration's demand for extensive data from public colleges and universities in California and 16 other states. The administration sought seven years of data, including grade-point averages, test scores, and race information, to ensure compliance with a Supreme Court ruling against affirmative action in college admissions. The University of California and California State University systems argued that the data request was burdensome and risked student privacy. The injunction temporarily halts the data collection while the lawsuit, filed by California and other Democratic-led states, proceeds. The Trump administration claims the data is necessary to verify that race is not illegally considered in admissions, following the Supreme Court's 2023 decision.

Louisiana Court Denies Summary Judgment in Disability Discrimination Case Against AIDS Healthcare Foundation

Louisiana Court Denies Summary Judgment in Disability Discrimination Case Against AIDS Healthcare Foundation

A federal district court in Louisiana has partially denied a motion for summary judgment filed by the AIDS Healthcare Foundation in a case involving claims of a hostile work environment. The case was brought under the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act by a 58-year-old female pharmacy manager who suffers from Giant Cell Arteritis. She alleges that her supervisor made repeated discriminatory comments about her age and disability. The court found that there is a genuine dispute of material fact regarding whether the comments were severe or pervasive enough to constitute a hostile work environment.

Teenage Girl Sues San Bernardino Police Department Over Alleged Use of Excessive Force

Teenage Girl Sues San Bernardino Police Department Over Alleged Use of Excessive Force

Erin Cowser, an 18-year-old, has filed a lawsuit against the San Bernardino Police Department, alleging that officers used excessive force during her arrest last year. According to Cowser, she continues to experience significant pain from injuries sustained during the incident. Her attorneys argue that the force used by the police was unnecessary and excessive. The lawsuit highlights ongoing concerns about police conduct and the use of force, particularly in interactions involving young individuals.

Jury Acquits Man Accused of Assaulting ICE Agent in Los Angeles

Jury Acquits Man Accused of Assaulting ICE Agent in Los Angeles

A jury has acquitted a man accused of assaulting an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent during an immigration sweep in downtown Los Angeles. The incident, which occurred in 2025, involved allegations that the man punched the ICE agent during the operation. The acquittal comes after a trial where the defense likely argued against the prosecution's claims, leading to the jury's decision in favor of the accused. This case highlights the tensions and complexities surrounding immigration enforcement actions in urban areas, where interactions between law enforcement and community members can lead to legal disputes.

Federal Judge Blocks Justice Department's Attempt to Revive Subpoenas Against Federal Reserve

Federal Judge Blocks Justice Department's Attempt to Revive Subpoenas Against Federal Reserve

A federal judge has denied the Justice Department's request to reinstate two subpoenas issued to the Federal Reserve as part of a criminal investigation into Chairman Jerome Powell. The subpoenas were initially quashed by Chief Judge James Boasberg of the District of Columbia, who ruled that they were pretextual and lacked evidence of a crime. The investigation, which has not led to any criminal charges, focuses on Powell's testimony before the Senate Banking Committee regarding renovations at the Federal Reserve's office buildings. The Justice Department is appealing the ruling and has filed a motion for reconsideration.