H. Lee Sarokin, judge who freed ‘Hurricane’ Carter, dies at 94

A federal judge who freed boxer Rubin “Hurricane” Carter and famously said tobacco companies engaged in a “vast” conspiracy to conceal the dangers of smoking has died in California.
Florida’s law targeting drag shows is on hold under federal judge’s order
A federal judge has temporarily blocked a new Florida law targeting drag shows that was championed by Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis.
What role will liability waivers play in the aftermath of the Titan sub tragedy?

The five passengers on the fatal submersible trip to the Titanic wreckage site were likely asked to sign liability waivers.
Judge rejects transgender plaintiffs’ bid to change their birth certificates in Tennessee

A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit brought by a group of Tennessee-born transgender plaintiffs who want to change the sex designations on their birth certificates.
Dispatcher testifies that failing radios hampered deputies’ response to Parkland school massacre

A Florida sheriff’s deputy’s response to the 2018 Parkland school massacre was hampered by a radio system that collapsed.
How much did the Titan submersible search cost?

The cost of the unprecedented search for the missing Titan submersible will easily stretch into the millions of dollars.
How the unconventional design of the Titan sub may have destined it for disaster

The deadly implosion of the Titan submersible raises questions about whether the vessel exploring the Titanic wreckage was destined for its own disaster because of its unconventional design and its creator’s refusal to submit to safety checks that are standard in the industry.
Supreme Court ruling complicates Navajo Nation’s fight for more water

A Supreme Court ruling this week will make it harder for the Navajo Nation to get water from the Colorado River.
Infowars host Owen Shroyer pleads guilty to Capitol riot charge

Infowars host Owen Shroyer has pleaded guilty to joining the mob of Donald Trump supporters who rioted at the U.S. Capitol.
NTSB hearing focuses on equipment that failed before fiery Ohio derailment

Equipment that failed before a freight train hauling toxic chemicals derailed in eastern Ohio is the latest focus of a federal hearing in the small town closest to the accident.
