'Scary Moms' Are Part Of The Citizen War Against Pollution In Pakistan
Environmental advocates in smog-choked Lahore say the Pakistani government has long downplayed the problem of air pollution. That might be changing.
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North Carolina AG Sues Family That Owns Purdue Pharma
North Carolina's attorney general is the latest to file a lawsuit against the family that owns OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma as part of an effort to address the opioid epidemic.
Prosecutors Drop Criminal Charges Against Actor Kevin Spacey In Sexual Assault Case
Cape and Islands District Attorney Michael O'Keefe said in court documents filed Wednesday that he was abandoning the case "due to the unavailability of the complaining witness."
Legal Battle Continues Over Confederate Monument In Winston-Salem
A Confederate monument lawsuit that drew a standing-room-only crowd to a Forsyth County courthouse Monday will continue for at least another day. A follow-up hearing is scheduled for Tuesday.
The Weather Channel Sued For $125 Million Over Death In Storm Chase Collision
The suit alleges that the channel continued to employ two storm chasers, ignoring their alleged history of reckless driving. A crash eventually killed both storm chasers and the plaintiff's son.
Republican Lawmakers Brace For Impact Of Renewed Push To Repeal Obamacare
The Trump administration's decision to fight for total repeal of the Affordable Care Act in court sent shock waves across Congress, where lawmakers were caught off guard by the renewed repeal effort.
Lawsuit Claims Denver Teacher Strike Could Harm Special Needs Students
The lawsuit alleges that children with severe disabilities might hurt themselves without trained teachers and caregivers present. The school district says the suit is based on "speculation."
Judge Dismisses Ashley Judd's Sexual Harassment Claim Against Harvey Weinstein
But the federal judge also said the actress could proceed with the defamation part of her lawsuit against the former mega-producer.
Elon University, Driver Settle With Runner Hit By Car
A member of the Elon University cross country team who was seriously injured when she was struck by a car has settled with both the driver and the school.
Fishermen Sue Big Oil For Its Role In Climate Change
The food industry is already feeling the effects of climate change, which will likely force expensive adaptations in the future. At least one sector is looking to make energy companies pay.