Appeals Court Clears Fraternity In High Point University Student's Death
An appeals court has agreed a fraternity at High Point University should be dismissed from a lawsuit alleging a pledge died from hazing.
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Some Local Judges Can Stop Statewide Laws, But Should They Have That Power?
A lower court judge in Wake County recently made a dramatic decision that put the fate of two state constitutional amendments into question.
'Justice Delayed Is Justice Denied' As Government Shutdown Affects Federal Courts
The government shutdown has led the budget of federal court systems to run dry, causing disruptions to the pursuit of justice. Court officials fear that things could get worse in coming weeks.
District Attorney Clears Greensboro Police Of Wrongdoing In 'Hogtying' Case
The Guilford County District Attorney has cleared Greensboro Police Department officers of any criminal wrongdoing in the case of Marcus Deon Smith, the man who died after officers restrained him i
Analysis: Legislatures Tried Hard To Politicize Courts In 2018
A recent analysis by a left-leaning public policy group found that 2018 was a big year for partisan attacks on state courts, and North Carolina is front-and-center in the discussion.
Trump's Judicial Appointments Were Confirmed At Historic Pace In 2018
The Trump administration has achieved remarkable success in confirming federal judges, while left-leaning groups are sounding alarms about diversity and other concerns.