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Website seeks defense funds for Ogden shoot-out suspect
A Facebook page set up to support Stewart has also garnered support from the public, he said. A 2nd District Court judge has appointed two public defenders — who were contracted by the Weber County Attorney's Office civil division — to defend Matthew
Updated: 02/17/2012 02:59P
[AP] Texas Supreme Court denies Leach's appeal
A Lubbock trial court's ruling on sovereign immunity went against the school, but the decision from the 7th Court of Appeals upheld Texas Tech's assertion that it is a state entity and can only be sued with permission from the state Legislature or a
Updated: 02/17/2012 02:55P
Prosecutors want Amy Senser's medical, chemical dependency records
by Brandt Williams, Minnesota Public Radio MINNEAPOLIS — State prosecutors filed documents in Hennepin County District Court Friday, asking that Amy Senser turn over medical and chemical dependency records. Senser is facing two counts of criminal
Updated: 02/17/2012 02:55P
Mike Leach loses appeal in suit against Texas Tech
The decision is the latest twist in an ugly case. Leach was accused of twice ordering Adam James to stand for hours confined in a dark place after he got a concussion. Attorneys on both sides have swapped accusations and court filings since the firing,
Updated: 02/17/2012 02:53P
Lacrosse player murder trial delayed for second time by lawyer's illness
Lawrence told the court Friday morning that Huguely said he did not want the trial to continue without "full representation," the Washington Post reported. "Mr. Huguely told me, 'I don't feel comfortable, I don't feel protected,'" Lawrence said.
Updated: 02/17/2012 02:51P
'Otis' convicted of blocking sidewalks
James Slate, 64, was convicted in Surry County District Court. He wasn't playing checkers or dressed as Otis at the time of his arrest, according to police. Judge Charles Neaves said it was a minor violation and issued a $50 fine.
Updated: 02/17/2012 02:49P
Blacks sue Iowa for discrimination
The court found the class was too broad and failed to challenge a specific hiring practice as discriminatory. Lawyers defending the state have cited that decision in asking Blink to dismiss the case. But the high court's decision did not specifically
Updated: 02/17/2012 02:48P
Mike Leach loses appeal in wrongful termination suit vs Texas Tech
The decision is the latest twist in an ugly case. Leach was accused of twice ordering Adam James to stand for hours confined in a dark place after he got a concussion. Attorneys on both sides have swapped accusations and court filings since the firing,
Updated: 02/17/2012 02:47P
Abington businessman continues quest for reduced...
By Carl Hessler Jr. NORRISTOWN – An Abington businessman awaiting trial for allegedly trying to hire a hit man to kill who he suspected was his wife's lover is making another attempt in a state court to have his bail reduced.
Updated: 02/17/2012 02:46P
Ex-cop makes his case
Cross was in Berrien County Trial Court in Niles Thursday morning for a hearing on his request to withdraw his guilty plea. His lawyer, Anastase Markou of Kalamazoo, called Cross and three family members to testify, while Assistant Prosecutor Steve
Updated: 02/17/2012 02:44P
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