'No light. No nothing.' Inside Louisiana's harshest juvenile lockup

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'No light. No nothing.' Inside Louisiana's harshest juvenile lockup : Teens at Louisiana’s Acadiana Center for Youth at St. Martinville were held in solitary ...

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Mar 10 22

Teen Told She Had Growing Pains Diagnosed With Terminal Cancer, Vows To Sit School Exams

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Apr 23

US government agrees to $138.7M settlement over FBI's botching of Larry Nassar assault allegations

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Quick Glance: US Government Agrees to $138.7M Settlement Over FBI's Mishandling of Larry Nassar Assault Allegations

The U.S. Justice Department announced a $138.7 million settlement with over 100 individuals who accused the FBI of mishandling sexual assault allegations against Larry Nassar in 2015 and 2016.

A total of $1 billion has now been allocated by various organizations to compensate numerous women who were victims of Nassar's assaults disguised as sports injury treatments.

FBI Director Christopher Wray expressed regret for the agency's inaction despite being aware of allegations against Nassar for over a year, emphasizing the need for accountability and justice for the survivors.

The settlements aim to provide critical support for the victims of Nassar's crimes to aid in their healing process, with the Justice Department agreeing to settle 139 claims in response to the agreement.

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LSU's Brian Thomas selected in first round of NFL draft by Jacksonville Jaguars: LSU wide receiver Brian Thomas Jr. was picked No. 23 overall in the 2024 NFL ...

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Kim Kardashian joins Kamala Harris to discuss criminal justice reform: Kim Kardashian has joined Vice President Kamala Harris for a roundtable highlighting the ...

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Apr 21

Photos: LSU gymnastics returns to campus after securing national title in Dallas: Members of the LSU gymnastics team return to campus Sunday, April 21, 2024 ...

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Trump's three US Supreme Court appointees thrash out immunity claim: When the U.S. Supreme Court ultimately rules on Donald Trump's claim of presidential ...

reuters.com/world/us/trumps-three-us-supreme-court-appointees-thrash-out-immunity-claim-2024-04-25/

Quick Glance: US Supreme Court discusses Trump's Immunity

Conservative US Supreme Court justices signal sympathy for the argument that presidents have some immunity against criminal charges for certain actions taken in office.

Former President Donald Trump appealed after lower courts rejected his request to be shielded from four election-related criminal charges.

The Supreme Court hearing could distort the presidency without immunity and affect decision-making when bold and fearless action is most needed.

The Supreme Court's decision on immunity is expected and could lead to Trump's trial occurring before the election.

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DOJ rebuffs GOP’s second demand for Biden-Hur audio recordings: The Justice Department on Thursday for a second time declined to turn over audio recordings of ...

thehill.com/homenews/house/4621979-doj-rebuffs-gops-second-demand-for-biden-hur-audio-recordings/

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Apr 25

US to decide by late May if Boeing violated prosecution deal, sources say: U.S. Justice Department officials plan to decide as soon as late May whether Boeing ...

reuters.com/legal/litigation/us-decide-by-late-may-if-boeing-violated-prosecution-deal-sources-say-2024-04-24/

Quick Glance: Boeing faces revenue decline after 7 quarters with decreasing deliveries

Boeing experienced a revenue decline in the last quarter, marking the first time in seven quarters as aircraft deliveries decrease.

The quarterly revenue amounted to $16.57 billion, surpassing the expectations of $16.23 billion.

Boeing aims to deliver a significant portion of its inventory of 737s and 787s by the end of the year to generate much-needed capital.

Operating margins at Boeing's defense business improved to 2.2% in the quarter, compared to a negative value of 3.2% a year ago.

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Apr 24

Family of man killed when Chicago police fired 96 times during traffic stop file wrongful death suit

apnews.com/article/shooting-chicago-police-investigation-3d075a6dc4bc8fa3535d8dd2340446f7

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Apr 25

McKinsey Is Under Criminal Investigation for Its Opioid Work: Federal prosecutors are examining the consulting company’s role in helping “turbocharge” the sale ...

nytimes.com/2024/04/24/business/mckinsey-criminal-investigation.html

Quick Glance: Investigation against McKinsey in the US over involvement in the opioid industry

A grand jury was established to examine evidence related to consulting for pharmaceutical companies involved in the addiction epidemic.

McKinsey is under a criminal investigation in the US for its involvement with opioid manufacturers.

Furthermore, federal prosecutors are looking into whether the company impeded justice through its actions as concerns about its work grew.

According to a source, the US Department of Justice has been scrutinizing McKinsey's activities for several years, with a grand jury now set up in Virginia to review evidence.

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Apr 25

Trump immunity hearing: US Supreme Court hearing begins - BBC News: The landmark case will decide whether an ex-president can be charged for allegedly illegal ...

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Quick Glance: Trial Judge Evaluates Trump's Compliance with Gag Order

Former President Trump is on trial in New York for hush money issues. David Pecker from 'National Enquirer' testified about an agreement to manipulate stories about Trump and his rivals.

Concerns arose about Trump's violation of the gag order by criticizing court members. Mary McCord explained how the administration of justice can be disrupted by defendants' statements, leading to legal restrictions.

Despite reluctance to detain a former president, fines may be imposed for attacks on witnesses and judicial families. Threats to security and witness testimonies pose serious challenges to the trial's integrity.

Judges emphasize the importance of upholding justice by addressing threats and ensuring the safety of those involved in legal proceedings. The credibility of the trial hinges on maintaining a fair and secure environment.

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LSU increases ticket prices for baseball and gymnastics for 2025 season. Here's how much.

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Apr 24

Dolphin dead after being repeatedly shot in Louisiana; $20,000 reward offered for info

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Quick Glance: Dead Dolphin Found with Bullets in Brain, Spinal Cord, Heart

A dead dolphin with multiple bullets lodged in its body was discovered on a beach in Louisiana.

NOAA is offering a $20,000 reward for information regarding the incident.

Bottlenose dolphins are social animals living in tight-knit groups and are protected.

Similar incidents involving other endangered species have also led to investigations and rewards.

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Apr 25

US to decide by late May if Boeing violated prosecution deal, sources say: U.S. Department of Justice officials are planning to decide as soon as late May ...

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Trump's immunity arguments and the experiences of the justices who might support it

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Apr 16

Chicago Sky select LSU women's hoops star Angel Reese with No. 7 pick in WNBA draft

theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/chicago-sky-select-lsus-angel-reese-with-no7-pick/article_a0cd9c1e-6e61-57e2-be3d-a2d394f25bc0.html

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Apr 24

Trump allies zero in on hush-money prosecutor: With Trump under a gag order, his supporters launch a barrage of attacks.

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Apr 20

Haleigh Bryant, Aleah Finnegan lead LSU to NCAA gymnastics semifinal win with 198.1125 score

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Apr 23

LSU's Mike the Tiger 'asks' politely: Please celebrate graduations without confetti

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Apr 25

Trump could get partial victory after Supreme Court hears immunity case: The justices seemed open to further delays in the case.

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Could a president stage a coup? And 9 more key moments from Trump's Supreme Court immunity hearing

abcnews.go.com/Politics/10-key-moments-trumps-supreme-court-immunity-hearing/story

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Apr 22

Can Trump Still Run for President if He Is Convicted?: The Constitution and American law have clear answers for only some of the questions that would arise if a ...

nytimes.com/article/trump-investigation-conviction.html

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Apr 25

More Gulf wind energy projects on the way, top U.S. officials say at New Orleans conference

theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/business/more-gulf-wind-energy-on-the-way-top-us-officials-say/article_fa184593-96e7-56e1-8063-647c50da5e53.html

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Apr 22

Express files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, announces store closures, possible sale

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Apr 22

New restaurant with live entertainment coming to the Mall of Louisiana: A new restaurant that will offer Southern cuisine and live entertainment in a “grown and ...

theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/business/new-restaurant-coming-to-the-mall-of-louisiana/article_a1cd28f0-00c7-11ef-b7d8-e707d89d8974.html

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Apr 21

LSU softball coach Beth Torina achieves milestone as Tigers shut out No. 4 Tennessee

theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/lsu-softball-coach-beth-torina-breaks-programs-win-record/article_aeacd1d3-e8a3-5f28-a824-cb48caaab14a.html

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Apr 23

Did Louisiana singers on 'The Voice' make it to the Top 12? Here are the results.

theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/entertainment_life/karen-waldrup-zoe-levert-advance-to-the-voice-live-shows/article_7881fa59-9f5c-52b4-9dc0-bc858ad73229.html

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Apr 20

LSU's Angel Reese explains why she's dropping 'Bayou Barbie' as she heads to WNBA

theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/lsus-angel-reese-dropping-bayou-barbie-nickname-in-wnba/article_3fba81a8-b55f-594e-a0df-fef5cc91c2e7.html

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Apr 17

WATCH: Garland defends Biden's mental fitness and says he has 'complete confidence' in him

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Apr 15

US Justice Department to file antitrust suit against Live Nation, WSJ reports

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Apr 22

Louisiana education chief tells schools to ignore new Title IX rules for transgender students

thehill.com/homenews/lgbtq/4613178-louisiana-education-chief-tells-schools-to-ignore-new-title-ix-rules-for-transgender-students/

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Apr 16

Supreme Court justices signal wariness of law used for Jan. 6 prosecutions: The scope of a federal obstruction law used against scores of Jan ...

thehill.com/regulation/court-battles/4597463-supreme-court-justices-signal-wariness-of-law-used-for-jan-6-prosecutions/

Quick Glance: Justices Question Obstruction Charge Against Jan. 6 Rioter

The Supreme Court is considering whether Jan. 6 rioters can be charged with obstructing an official proceeding, potentially impacting Trump's election interference case.

During Tuesday's hearing, justices expressed concerns about the Justice Department's use of the obstruction statute to prosecute those involved in the Jan. 6 Capitol attack.

A potential consequence of a ruling in favor of Fischer could affect Trump, although this outcome is not definitive. Prosecutors in Trump's case have emphasized that even if Fischer succeeds, Trump's actions would still be governed by a more restrictive interpretation of the law.

The provision was enacted in 2002 as part of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, passed after the Enron accounting scandal. Both Fischer and Trump argue that the obstruction law does not apply to their alleged conduct, meaning the charges should be dropped.

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Apr 21

At the Honey Bee Lab in Baton Rouge, scientists are cross pollinating for the greater good

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Apr 18

Lawyers for Larry Nassar assault survivors reach $100M deal with DOJ, source says

apnews.com/article/larry-nassar-assault-fbi-claims-e3a2759d2f33eeafcfb8d5d49cc947f9

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Apr 17

Do well in class, stay home on Fridays: A Louisiana high school tries a new motivational tactic

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Apr 23

US indicts 10 over aircraft parts supplied to Venezuela: The U.S. Justice Department on Monday unsealed an indictment charging ten people of conspiracy to evade ...

reuters.com/world/americas/us-indicts-10-over-aircraft-parts-supplied-venezuela-2024-04-22/

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Apr 20

Senate Passes Reauthorization of Key U.S. Surveillance Program Just After Deadline

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Apr 19

Eric Green, UL professor slain in triple homicide, remembered as ‘dollop of sunshine’

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Apr 19

Saints hero Steve Gleason gets in touch with his inner artist, thanks to AI technology

theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/entertainment_life/steve-gleason-gets-in-touch-with-his-inner-artist-with-ai/article_5bf4f799-c7d7-5423-8a56-62d2a5cb5447.html

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Apr 20

Time names Louisiana environmental activist among 100 'most influential' on planet

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Apr 15

Trump’s New York trial shows the justice system is working: Trump is partially right about one thing: We have a two-tiered justice system.

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Quick Glance: Twelve Jurors Seated in Trump's Hush Money Trial

A jury of 12 individuals was empaneled on Thursday in the landmark hush money trial of former President Donald Trump, bringing the proceedings closer to opening arguments and the commencement of weeks filled with compelling testimonies.

The upcoming trial is anticipated to present unfavorable testimonies regarding Trump's personal life pre-presidency, including accusations of manipulating business records to suppress narratives in the final days of the 2016 election surrounding his intimate relationships.

Central to the trial is a payment of $130,000 made by Cohen just before the 2016 election to adult film actress Stormy Daniels, aimed at preventing her allegations of a sexual encounter with Trump from being publicized in the campaign's final stretch.

The selection of the jury holds paramount significance in any criminal proceeding, particularly so when the accused is a former president and the presumed Republican candidate. Potential jurors have undergone extensive scrutiny concerning their online presence, personal backgrounds, and political stances as legal representatives and the judge meticulously scrutinize for partialities that could compromise their impartiality.

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New Orleans 'firearm free' zones appear dead in political battle over gun rights in LA

theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/crime_police/push-for-new-firearm-free-zones-for-new-orleans-stalls/article_82e0fe74-cc21-5373-9520-f6adf446acfd.html

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Apr 15

Here's where projections say LSU's Angel Reese will be selected in the WNBA draft

theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/where-lsus-angel-reese-is-projected-to-go-in-wnba-draft/article_df26f918-798e-5b5c-9810-1eea14a2b34b.html

Quick Glance: Caitlin Clark's Eventful WNBA Draft Week

Caitlin Clark, the NCAA Division I all-time leading scorer, had a whirlwind week before the WNBA Draft, signaling just the beginning of her promising career.

From the national championship to "SNL" to the Empire State Building and the draft, Clark is celebrated as one of the most sought-after and scrutinized rookies in the WNBA.

After a series of events within eight days, including appearances on "Saturday Night Live", meetings, and honors, Clark looks forward to starting her professional career with the Indiana Fever.

With a 190 percent increase in ticket prices and a massive fan response upon her arrival at the Fever, Clark and the team have high hopes for a successful season and a return to the playoffs.

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Apr 14

LSU softball pitcher Kelley Lynch throws no-hitter on day that was already special to her

theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/lsus-kelley-lynch-throws-no-hitter-vs-auburn-softball-team/article_25c99692-3b6c-57f6-9e4a-2aa4eab9ac49.html

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See which national retailer is going into the former Sears space in the Mall of Louisiana

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Apr 19

No Bias Found in F.B.I. Report on Catholic Extremists: Republicans claimed the bureau’s memo was evidence of an anti-conservative strain among F.B.I. ranks ...

nytimes.com/2024/04/18/us/politics/catholic-extremists-fbi.html

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Apr 24

Supreme Court to Hear Arguments on Idaho’s Near-Total Abortion Ban: In other legal news, the U.S. Supreme Court hears arguments today on Idaho’s near-total ...

democracynow.org/2024/4/24/headlines/supreme_court_to_hear_arguments_on_idahos_near_total_abortion_ban

Quick Glance: Supreme Court Divided on Emergency Abortion Access: Highlights

The Supreme Court seems divided on access to emergency abortions in states with near-total bans.

The 1986 Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act could impact abortion access in emergencies.

The debate raises questions about fetal personhood and abortion rights conflict.

The court's decision could affect abortion access in 14 states with strict abortion bans.

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Apr 11

Justice Department publishes rule to close ‘gun show loophole’: The Justice Department announced Thursday it has submitted a final rule to the federal register ...

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Quick Glance: Biden Administration Implements Stricter Background Checks for Gun Dealers

A new rule by the Biden administration will require thousands of gun dealers to conduct background checks on buyers to close a legal loophole.

President Biden emphasizes that the measure aims to keep guns away from domestic abusers and felons to save lives.

The law mandates that sellers primarily engaged in selling firearms for profit must be federally licensed and perform checks.

Despite praise from advocates, the regulation is likely to face legal challenges from gun rights activists, concerned about potential infringements.

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Apr 22

DOJ targeting carjackings in DC, Chicago and other areas : The Justice Department (DOJ) is ramping up efforts to target carjackings in Washington ...

thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/4602214-doj-targeting-carjackings-in-dc-chicago-and-other-areas/

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Supreme Court justices discuss self-pardon in Trump immunity hearing: Justice Alito asked whether every president could just pardon themselves right before ...

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Apr 24

This Acadiana high schooler acts alongside Elvis's granddaughter in Hulu miniseries

theadvocate.com/acadiana/entertainment_life/chloe-guidry-stars-in-hulu-series-under-the-bridge/article_03f72f04-01c6-11ef-9d5d-3394b67d03e4.html

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Kim Mulkey and her LSU staff took a new approach with transfers. Here's how it paid off.

theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/lsus-kim-mulkey-rounds-out-roster-with-three-transfers/article_f8fe9c07-dfcd-5ecb-946e-6ea46e3935d1.html

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arstechnica Apr 15

US woman arrested, accused of targeting young boys in $1.7M sextortion scheme: FBI has warned of significant spike in teen sextortion in 2024.

arstechnica.com/tech-policy/2024/04/us-woman-arrested-accused-of-targeting-young-boys-in-1-7m-sextortion-scheme/

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Louisiana Supreme Court rules in favor of new City of St. George, reversing lower courts

theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/courts/louisiana-supreme-court-rules-in-favor-of-st-george/article_cb4315ba-e7da-11ee-a2c1-2714177560c2.html

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Apr 16

Live updates: Supreme Court arguments on January 6 rioters case : The Supreme Court will consider whether part of a federal obstruction law can be used to ...

edition.cnn.com/politics/live-news/supreme-court-jan-6-riot-case-04-16-24/h_cc64206ec84240fb2648283f62096db5

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Apr 17

Jeffrey Toobin blasts Clarence Thomas as a ‘disgrace’ over posture on Jan. 6: Legal pundit and analyst Jeffrey Toobin took a shot at Supreme Court Justice ...

thehill.com/homenews/media/4597880-jeffery-toobin-clarence-thomas-supreme-court-jan-6/

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Apr 18

Baton Rouge developing City-Parish Chatbot to help improve website experience using AI

theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/baton-rouge-developing-city-parish-chatbot-using-ai/article_964f3a14-fcd4-11ee-a437-d722a7f0b85e.html

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Apr 12

US biotech executive sentenced to 7 years in jail for COVID test fraud: The chief executive of a U.S. biotechnology company that falsely promised investors it ...

reuters.com/legal/us-biotech-executive-sentenced-7-years-jail-covid-test-fraud-2024-04-12/

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Apr 14

Fact check: Trump’s false and unsubstantiated claims about his Manhattan criminal case

cnn.com/2024/04/14/politics/fact-check-trump-false-hush-money-criminal-case/

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Apr 25

McKinsey reportedly under US criminal investigation over opioid industry work: Federal prosecutors looking at relationship with Purdue Pharma and other drug ...

theguardian.com/us-news/2024/apr/24/mckinsey-criminal-investigation-opioids-crisis

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4h

Surging auto insurance rates squeezing drivers, fueling inflation. What to know before you buy

omaha.com/news/nation-world/business/personal-finance/car-insurance-premiums-geico-allstate-progressive/article_ad8948e9-b31d-584c-9840-17343a9a58b9.html

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‘We Are Writing A Rule for the Ages’: Supreme Court Justices Give Little Away During Oral Arguments on Scope of Trump’s Presidential Immunity

usnews.com/news/national-news/articles/2024-04-25/we-are-writing-a-rule-for-the-ages-supreme-court-justices-give-little-away-during-oral-arguments-on-scope-of-trumps-presidential-immunity

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FBI arrests Plaquemines Parish man in connection with Jan. 6 Capitol riot: The FBI arrested a Buras man Thursday in connection with the Jan. 6 ...

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Apr 17

Federal women's prison in California plagued by rampant sexual abuse to close: FCI Dublin's closure follows a string of criminal indictments of prison employees ...

usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2024/04/16/california-federal-correctional-institution-dublin/73347882007/

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Apr 13

Manuel Rocha, a former US ambassador, sentenced to 15 years for serving as secret agent for Cuba

apnews.com/article/manuel-rocha-spy-cuba-guilty-plea-8fd30500f4588129a195daaf2d720c13

Quick Glance: Former US Ambassador Sentenced for Spying for Cuba

Former US ambassador Manuel Rocha was sentenced to 15 years in prison after admitting to working as a secret agent for Cuba for decades.

Rocha accepted the penalty and paid a $500,000 fine after pleading guilty to acting on behalf of a foreign government.

The swift criminal case avoided a trial that would have revealed the extent of Rocha's assistance to Cuba while working for the US State Department for twenty years.

The sophistication of Cuban intelligence services was highlighted as Rocha's double-crossing went undetected for years, demonstrating his secret meetings with Cuban operatives and provision of false information to US officials.

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Apr 19

Witness Claims Matt Gaetz Attended Drug-Fueled Party With Underage Girl In Statement To Lawmakers, Report Says

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Apr 24

US Justice Department will pay $139 million to victims of USA Gymnastics sex abuse

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Apr 19

Can LSU baseball still make the NCAA tournament? Here's how it's still possible: Here's how LSU baseball can make the NCAA Tournament, including where it is in ...

theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/sports/lsu/lsu-baseball-ncaa-tournament-2024-projections-missouri-texas-vanderbilt/article_3d5b2f6d-9c09-547f-8022-7b01d8700022.html

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Apr 22

Study links petrochemical plants in Louisiana to premature and low-weight births: About a fifth of America’s petrochemical production is concentrated on a ...

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Apr 20

A man escaped Sudan's bloody civil war. His mysterious death in Missisippi has sparked suspicion

apnews.com/article/mississippi-missing-man-death-sudan-4f54b25c8889413a5c3bcae669efbf64

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Apr 21

Jefferson Highway road work delayed 'a few weeks' due to unsuitable soil. Here's the timeline.

theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/weather_traffic/jefferson-highway-project-delayed-weeks-due-to-soil-issue/article_59e30fda-fe67-11ee-8297-47c763a25302.html

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Apr 17

He has an old soul, but Nicholas Palmer, the new chef at Beausoleil, is young, very young.

theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/entertainment_life/food_restaurants/he-has-an-old-soul-but-nicholas-palmer-the-new-chef-at-beausoleil-is-young-very-young/article_c3c0462e-fad0-11ee-9611-bbcb1b3892e8.html

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Apr 16

Ex-Marine sentenced to 9 years in prison for firebombing California Planned Parenthood clinic

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Quick Glance: Former Marine sentenced to 9 years in prison for firebombing California Planned Parenthood clinic

A former marine was sentenced to nine years in prison by the Justice Department on Monday after using a Molotov cocktail to attack a Planned Parenthood clinic in Costa Mesa, California. Chance Brannon, along with his co-defendant Tibet Ergul, plotted attacks on the clinic and a potential target on the power grid in 'furtherance of a race war.'

Brannon, 24, pleaded guilty in November 2023 to being involved in a conspiracy, malicious destruction of property by fire and explosives, possession of an unregistered destructive device, and intentionally damaging a reproductive health services facility in violation of the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances (FACE) Act.

Planned Parenthood clinic attacks were abandoned due to law enforcement actions. Brannon was motivated by neo-Nazi ideology and planned further violent attacks. The National Abortion Federation reported a sharp increase in violence at abortion clinics in 2022.

Brannon and Ergul also had plans to conduct an attack using a remote-detonated device during an LGBTQ+ pride event at Dodger Stadium, but were arrested two days prior. Before the arrest, Brannon even planned to rob Jewish individuals living in the Hollywood Hills.

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Guest column: Assault on public records in Louisiana rigs the game against citizens

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Apr 23

Louisiana House advances state budget cutting teacher pay, early childhood cash; see details

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