Federal judge leaves CDC evictions moratorium in place

Home > Article VOL. 45 | NO. 33 | Friday, August 13, 2021 WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge on Friday refused landlords’ request to put the Biden administration’s new eviction moratorium on hold, though she ruled that the freeze is illegal. U.S. District Judge Dabney Friedrich said her “hands are tied” by an appellate… Continue reading Federal judge leaves CDC evictions moratorium in place

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OxyContin-maker Purdue goes to judge to confirm settlement

VOL. 45 | NO. 33 | Friday, August 13, 2021 The Associated Press Updated 12:50PM NEW YORK (AP) — Purdue Pharma’s quest to settle thousands of lawsuits over the toll of OxyContin and its other prescription opioid painkillers entered its final phase Thursday with the grudging support of many of those who have claims against… Continue reading OxyContin-maker Purdue goes to judge to confirm settlement

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Wendy’s opens delivery-only kitchens to meet growing demand

Home > Article VOL. 45 | NO. 33 | Friday, August 13, 2021 The Associated Press Updated 2:26PM Wendy’s plans to open 700 delivery-only kitchens by 2025 to meet the growing demand from people who want their fast food brought to them. Wendy’s said the kitchens will primarily operate in big cities in the U.S.,… Continue reading Wendy’s opens delivery-only kitchens to meet growing demand

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Steven Wiggins sentenced to death for murder of Dickson County Sheriff’s Sgt. Daniel Baker

A jury sentenced Steven Wiggins to death for the murder Dickson County Sheriff’s Office Sgt. Daniel Baker on Thursday after a five-day hearing in Dickson County Circuit Court.  Last week, the same jury found Wiggins guilty on all counts including premeditated first degree murder and first degree felony murder in the 2018 fatal shooting of… Continue reading Steven Wiggins sentenced to death for murder of Dickson County Sheriff’s Sgt. Daniel Baker

Judge rules Dominion case can proceed against Trump allies

Home > Article VOL. 45 | NO. 33 | Friday, August 13, 2021 WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge cleared the way Wednesday for a defamation case by Dominion Voting Systems to proceed against Sidney Powell, Rudy Giuliani and Mike Lindell, allies of former President Donald Trump who had all falsely accused the company of… Continue reading Judge rules Dominion case can proceed against Trump allies

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Dems renew push on elections bill that GOP vows to block

VOL. 45 | NO. 32 | Friday, August 6, 2021 WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats are renewing their push to enact their marquee voting bill, pledging to make it the first order of business when the Senate returns in the fall even though they don’t have a clear strategy for overcoming steadfast Republican opposition. Senate Majority… Continue reading Dems renew push on elections bill that GOP vows to block

Former University of Tennessee professor falsely accused of espionage faces second trial

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Hulu Orders ‘This Fool’ Comedy Series and Expands Its True Crime Collection

In addition to the already announced returning series (like The Great) and upcoming ones (like Nine Perfect Strangers), Hulu announced several new programs during the Television Critics Association’s Summer Press Tour. The streamer has ordered a new comedy, This Fool, inspired by the life and stand-up comedy of star, co-creator, writer, and executive producer Chris Estrada, to series.… Continue reading Hulu Orders ‘This Fool’ Comedy Series and Expands Its True Crime Collection