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Michael Cohen's Book Case: Supreme Court Says No

October 21, 2024

Michael Cohen, a former lawyer for Donald Trump, has lost his final attempt to sue his former boss. The Supreme Court recently dismissed Cohen's claim that Trump and other officials violated his rights by putting him in solitary confinement. This punishment was due to Cohen's plan to write a tell-al

crime

The Fight Over Robert Roberson's Fate: Texas Government Divided

October 19, 2024

In Texas, there's a big debate going on. It's about a man named Robert Roberson who was supposed to be executed. But now, some people think he might be innocent. This isn't just about whether he did something wrong or not. It's also about a fight between different parts of the Texas government. Rob

opinion

The Long Fight for Voting Rights: Why Your Voice Matters

October 19, 2024

Back in the day, people risked their lives to get Black men and women the right to vote. You might think this was ages ago, but it wasn't that long back. In 1964, three civil rights activists - Andrew Goodman, James Chaney, and Michael Schwerner - were killed in Mississippi for helping Black people

politics

Navigating Abortion in Today's America

October 17, 2024

Since 2022, the US has seen a drastic shift in abortion rights after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade. Many states have moved to restrict or outright ban abortion care, leaving those facing unwanted pregnancies in a state of fear and confusion. The new laws often delay essential medical care

politics

The Battle Over Hospital Abortions: Texas Senator Ted Cruz's Role

October 17, 2024

Ever since the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, there's been a heated debate about abortion laws across the U.S. Texas has particularly strict rules, with no exceptions for rape or incest. Things got even tougher when the court allowed the state to ban emergency abortions, even in h

politics

Court Says No to Halt on New Power Plant Emission Rules

October 17, 2024

On Wednesday, the US Supreme Court decided not to delay a new rule from the federal government targeting carbon pollution from coal and gas-fired power plants. This rule was challenged by many states, mostly led by Republicans, and several industry groups. They asked the court to stop the Environmen

politics

Nebraska Felons Get Voting Rights Back Immediately After Sentence

October 16, 2024

Imagine serving your time, completing your sentence, and then being told you can't vote. That was the case in Nebraska until recently. The state's top court just said former felons can vote right after their sentence ends. This is a big deal because Nebraska used to make people wait two years before

politics

Abortion Clinic Protest Zones Face Supreme Court Scrutiny

October 12, 2024

The Supreme Court might take a look at two cases that could potentially remove limits on how close protesters can get to people at abortion clinics and other healthcare facilities. These cases argue that the buffer zones around clinics and the bubble zones around individuals violate the First Amendm

business

Elon Musk's X is Back in Brazil: A Look at the Turnaround

October 9, 2024

Elon Musk's X has been given the go-ahead to resume operations in Brazil after a long standoff with the country's Supreme Court. The social media platform, formerly known as Twitter, was suspended in Brazil back in late August due to its failure to comply with court orders related to hate speech and

crime

Should Richard Glossip Get a New Trial?

October 9, 2024

A unique case is being heard by the Supreme Court. Richard Glossip, now 61, was convicted of hiring a hitman to kill his boss at an Oklahoma City motel back in 1997. Surprisingly, the Oklahoma Attorney General, Gentner Drummond, agrees that the conviction should be tossed. The heart of the issue lie