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Injured UA Passenger Files for Emergency Discovery

Dr. David Dao, the United Airlines passenger forcibly removed from his seat, filed an emergency "bill of discovery" in Illinois State Court to preserve evidence of the event. So reports NBC News.

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‘Legendary’ Pot Mogul Facing Pot Charges in Kentucky

The "legendary" outlaw John Robert "Johnny" Boone has been deported from Canada to face marijuana charges in Kentucky. So reports the Times Union.

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UK Dad Fined for Taking Kid Out of School for Disney Trip

A British man was fined for illegally taking his daughter out of school to visit Disney World. So reports The New York Times.

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Senate GOP Goes ‘Nuclear’ to Change Filibuster Rules

The Senate Republican majority voted to change the chamber’s rules and make it easier to confirm Supreme Court nominee Neil Gorsuch. So reports NBC News.

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NYC Bans Employers from Asking About Salary History

Employers in New York City will no longer be allowed to ask prospective employees about their salary history thanks to a newly passed bill introduced by New York City Public Advocate Letitia James. So reports New York Magazine.

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Husband Guilty After Wife Dies in Sex-fueled Car Crash

Matthew Notebaert, of Florida, was sentenced to five years in prison after he was held responsible for crashing his car while having sex with his wife, Amanda Notebaert, ultimately leading to her death. So reports The New York Daily News.

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Proposed NJ Mosque Denied, Settlement May Be Close

A settlement between the Islamic Society of Basking Ridge and the township regarding the construction of a mosque may be on the horizon. So reports NJ.com.  

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LGBTQ Advocates Express Concern with NC 'Bathroom Bill' Repeal

North Carolina lawmakers agreed to repeal the state’s “bathroom bill,” although some LGBTQ advocates said the compromise leaves the door open to discrimination. So reports NBC News.

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Trump Lawyers Argue He’s Immune from Lawsuits While in Office

Attorney’s representing Donald Trump argued the Supremacy Clause “immunizes” the president from lawsuits in state court while he serves in office. So reports Time.

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DHS Faces Lawsuit Over Cell Phone Searches

The Knight First Amendment Institute is suing the Department of Homeland Security seeking details regarding searches of travelers’’ electronic devices. So reports NBC News.

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