The Independent

 A judge ruled Monday that independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. falsely claimed a New York residence on nominating petitions, invalidating the documents he needs to appear on the ballot in the state. The ruling from Justice Christina Ryba after a short trial in state court is expected to be appealed. If upheld, it could open the door to challenges in other states where Kennedy used the address in New York City’s northern suburbs to gather signatures. The lawsuit backed by a Democrat-aligned political action committee claims Kennedy’s state nominating petition falsely listed a residence in well-to-do Katonah, while he actually has lived in the Los Angeles area since 2014, when he married “Curb Your Enthusiasm” actor Cheryl Hines.Kennedy argued during the trial that he has lifelong ties to New York and intends move back.

Judge rules against RFK Jr. in fight to be on New York’s ballot, says he is not a state resident

New York City, NY

Pennsylvania State

CBS News

Clear Choice Action, a Democrat-aligned super PAC aiming to hinder third-party presidential candidates, filed a lawsuit Thursday to keep Robert F. Kennedy Jr. off the ballot in the battleground state of Pennsylvania.Kennedy is also facing challenges from the same super PAC in New York and Illinois. In New York, the PAC claims that Kennedy's state nominating petition falsely listed a residence in New York City's affluent northern suburbs, while he has in fact lived in the Los Angeles area since 2014. Kennedy testified in court Tuesday to dispute the lawsuit. In Illinois, the PAC filed an objection against his nominating...

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. hit with ballot access lawsuit in Pennsylvania

New York State

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Abdul Ghani

A federal judge rejected a New York State Trooper's assertion that former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo was attempting to exact revenge on him. The judge said in the decision that what Cuomo is said to have done to the trooper happened after the end of her job contract.

Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo's Revenge Claims Were Thrown Out By A Federal Judge

The election authorities of at least 48 states, both Republicans and Democrats, say there are no obstacles that would prevent Vice President Kamala Harris from getting on election ballots if she becomes the official Democratic presidential nominee, as expected.

Exclusive: CNN survey finds 48 states say Harris can get on ballot instead of Biden, rejecting claim switch breaks state laws

The Hill

Rep. Joseph Morelle (D-N.Y.) introduced a constitutional amendment Wednesday seeking to undo the Supreme Court’s decision that former presidents enjoy a presumption of criminal immunity for official acts. “Earlier this month the Supreme Court of the United States undermined not just the foundation of our constitutional government, but the foundation of our democracy,” Morelle said. “At its core,…

NY Democrat introduces constitutional amendment reversing Supreme Court immunity ruling

TheDailyBeast

A D.C. Circuit Court is set to weigh in on the Supreme Court’s presidential immunity ruling after the one-month reconsideration window closed on Friday, according to Politico.The ruling, which made presidents immune to prosecution while conducting “official acts,” was sent back down to the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals where it originated. The matter was immediately referred to the Obama-appointed judge, Tanya Chutkan. Chutkan, who is presiding over a case against former President Donald Trump and his conduct during the Jan. 6 Capitol Riots, has been in limbo since December when the case was referred to the Supreme Court. Now,...

Presidential Immunity Ruling Goes Back to the Courts

Florida State

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Uncovering Florida

Most people are guilty of doing it at least once in their lives, many people do it by accident, some do it because they find it fun, and others do it for reasons like honoring loved ones. Regardless of the situation, just about everyone has released a balloon. The difference is that intentionally releasing balloons is now illegal by House Bill 321’s standards.

Law Signed By DeSantis Makes It Illegal To Release Balloons In Florida

North Carolina State

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Town Talks

In North Carolina, the divorce process can be challenging, particularly due to the mandatory one-year separation requirement. This law mandates that couples must live separately for at least a year before filing for divorce, a rule that can be frustrating for many.

You might be granted a divorce in North Carolina if your spouse is ‘incurably insane.’ Here’s how

Missouri State

Saint Louis, MO

Rep. Cori Bush, the progressive Missouri congresswoman and “Squad” member, lost in the Democratic primary in St Louis Tuesday to Prosecuting Attorney Wesley Bell.Bell had just over 51 percent of the vote to Bush’s 45.6 at the time of call by the Associated Press.The race saw an influx of cash to Bell from the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) and the group’s super PAC, United Democracy Project (UDP). Together, they spent $9 million to oust Bush, who had called for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza weeks after Hamas attacked Israel last October.Bush, who was first elected in 2020, also...

Cori Bush Becomes the Latest ‘Squad’ Member to Be Voted Out

Montana State

Gallatin County, MT

HuffPost

Authorities described the killing of Danielle “Danni” Houchins as "a crime of opportunity," saying she and her killer had no prior connection.

Cold Case Suspect Accused Of Killing Teen In 1996 Dies By Suicide After Police Interview

Latin Times

Missouri Representative Cori Bush is facing on Tuesday one of the most high-profile primary elections in the country, as the member of the progressive group known as "The Squad" takes on a challenger heavily financed by a pro-Israel lobbying group due to her vocal criticism of the country's war against Hamas in Gaza. Several investigations by the Justice Department, Federal Election Commission and House Ethics Committee over alleged misuse of campaign funds for personal security are in voters' focus as well.

'Squad' Democrat Cori Bush's chances of surviving her Missouri primary, according to the polls

– The Supreme Court denies Missouri’s attempt to block Trump’s sentencing. – Missouri claims New York interfered with its election process. – The case doesn’t affect national Republicans or Democrats but influences Independents. – Trump’s sentencing coincides with early voting, possibly affecting voter decisions. In a...

Supreme Court Upholds Trump’s Sentencing Amid Missouri Challenge

Minnesota State

CBS Minnesota

ST. PAUL, Minn. — The Minnesota Supreme Court has affirmed a state law restoring voting rights to formerly incarcerated felons, denying a challenge filed by the Minnesota Voters Alliance.The 2023 law restored voting rights to 55,000 Minnesotans on probation, supervision and work release who previously had to wait for those periods to end before they could vote again.  The Minnesota Voters Alliance filed a challenge to the law, arguing it returned the right to vote to felons after they had a single civil right restored, while the Minnesota Constitution prohibits felons from voting "unless restored to civil rights," emphasizing...

Minnesota Supreme Court upholds law restoring felon voting rights

Los Angeles, CA

Herbie J Pilato

Adam Rich was born on October 12, 1968, lived a troubled life, and died on January 7, 2023, at only 54 years old. This is his story. He lived in the Granada Hills area of Los Angeles with his parents and younger brother. The Rich family resided for a time in Florida where Adam studied acting at the local gym.

A Look Back at the Tragic Life and Death of Former Child Star Adam Rich (TV's 'Eight is Enough')

Jacksonville, FL

Jacksonville Today

A former Jacksonville police officer pleaded guilty Tuesday to enticement of a minor to engage in unlawful sexual activity, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Josue Garriga III, 34, faces a mandatory penalty of 10 years to life in federal prison and must register as a sex offender. A sentencing date has not been set.

Former cop pleads guilty to enticing 17-year-old girl

Colorado State

David Heitz

A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

[Note: Unless otherwise indicated, the commentary and quotes that appear in this article are from the author's direct interview with those mentioned.]. The original Perry Mason TV series starring Raymond Burr initially aired on CBS from 1957 to 1966. All these decades later, the show remains popular in syndication (and was recently reimagined in a new edition starring Matthew Rhys).

'Perry Mason' Actor Raymond Burr told co-star Richard Anderson, it's "all about the casting."

Bucks County Beacon

As chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor & Pensions, Senator Bernie Sanders released a June report entitled “ By the Wealthy, for the Wealthy: The Coordinated Attacks on Public Education in the United States .” The report is a brief but thorough (16 pages of text, 4 pages of footnotes) takedown of the current wave of attempts to end public education as we know it.

Senator Bernie Sanders Warns in New Report of Right-Wing Billionaire Plot to Sabotage Public Education in Order to Privatize It

Kentucky State

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Gov. Andy Beshear sent a letter to Anne Milgram, administrator for the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) on Wednesday, expressing his support of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ recommendation that the DEA ease restrictions on marijuana.

Gov. Andy Beshear pens letter to DEA in support of easing federal restrictions on marijuana

Memphis, TN

Desoto County, MS

Walls, MS

Mississippi News Group

July 16 - The DeSoto County District Attorney’s Office announced today that 21- year-old Jaheem Cunningham of Walls was sentenced to 40 years in prison after pleading guilty Monday in DeSoto County Court to one count of second-degree murder.

Man to be in Prison for 40 years After Pleading Guilty to Murder

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Judge Rules Against RFK Jr. In Fight To Be On New York’s Ballot

ALBANY, N.Y. (AP) — A judge ruled Monday that independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. falsely claimed a New York residence on nominating petitions, invalidating...

Judge Rules Against RFK Jr. In Fight To Be On New York’s Ballot

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