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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

Parents Win Court Battle Over School Disclosure Rules

The Supreme Court decided not to let California enforce rules that limit when schools can tell parents about a child’s gender identity or require teachers to use a student’s chosen pronouns. A 6‑3 split vote, along ideological lines, allowed a federal judge’s ruling that favors parents who argue

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Mar 03 2026POLITICS

Gun Law and Marijuana: A Supreme Court Showdown

The United States Supreme Court is set to decide a case that mixes gun rights, drug use, and federal law. The dispute centers on a rule that makes it illegal for anyone who uses drugs to own a firearm, even if the weapon was bought legally. The case involves Ali Danial Hemani, who has been charged u

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Feb 27 2026CRIME

Lawyer’s Poker Wins Lead to Tax Conviction

A former Supreme Court lawyer, known for writing a popular court blog, was found guilty of tax crimes. He had earned millions from secret poker games and did not report that income to the IRS. The case went on for six weeks in Greenbelt, Maryland. A jury deliberated about two days before sayin

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Feb 27 2026CRIME

Police and Court Actions in February: A Quick Look

The state prison system is looking into an inmate who attacked a civilian counselor and a correction officer on Monday at Lakeview Shock Correctional Facility, sending both staff to the hospital. At Niagara County, Sheriff’s deputies charged 33‑year‑old Eric M. Mende after he crashed into a patro

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Feb 26 2026SPORTS

Spartans Brace for Loud Battle at Purdue’s Home Court

The upcoming game against Purdue will see Michigan State traveling to a venue known for its intimidating atmosphere. The Spartans have struggled at this site, losing seven straight contests there and not tasting victory since 2014. Most players on the roster have never played at this arena, so th

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Justice Delivers a Verdict: Brazil Confronts the Dark Links Between Politics and Crime

A five‑judge panel at Brazil’s highest court has, after a tense week of arguments, found five men guilty of killing former councilwoman Marielle Franco and her driver in 2018. The case, long a flashpoint for political debate, shows how powerful forces can intersect with organized crime. The defenda

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Feb 26 2026POLITICS

Property Tax Seizures vs Homeowners: A Supreme Court Dilemma

The Supreme Court sat on a case that asks whether a county can force a homeowner to sell their house at a low auction price instead of letting them find a buyer on the open market. The core question is whether the government must give the homeowner the full value of their property or only enough

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Feb 25 2026POLITICS

Trial Begins for Those Accused in Rio Councilwoman’s Murder

The highest court in Brazil has opened a courtroom session to hear the case of people charged with killing a city councilwoman and her driver in 2018. A panel of five judges will decide on the fates of former congressman Chiquinho Brazão, his brother Domingos who once served on a city watchdog, t

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Feb 24 2026BUSINESS

FedEx Seeks Refund After Court Says Trump Tariffs Were Illegal

FedEx has filed a lawsuit asking the U. S. government to return money it paid for tariffs that were imposed last year by President Trump. The company says the Supreme Court ruled those tariffs unlawful, so it wants a full refund. This move is the first by a large U. S. company to request money back

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Feb 24 2026TECHNOLOGY

Smart Glasses on Trial: A New Kind of Liability

Meta’s high‑profile visit to a courtroom turned into an unexpected debate over wearable tech. When Mark Zuckerberg and his team arrived, they were wearing the company’s own Ray‑Ban styled smart glasses. A judge warned them that any footage captured would have to be destroyed, or he could find

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