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Luigi Mangione’s Psychiatric Defense Plans in High-Profile Murder Trial
A judge has determined that Luigi Mangione will use a psychiatric defense in his upcoming murder trial for the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. This decision could alter the legal dynamics of a closely
Judge Engoron Reflects on Trump’s Fraud Trial and Judicial Security Concerns
Justice Arthur Engoron was walking his dog early in the morning on January 11, 2024, when he noticed a large number of police lights approaching his New York home. One of the officers informed him,
Federal Judge Upholds Conviction of Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan
A federal judge has decided to uphold the obstruction of justice conviction against former Milwaukee County Circuit Judge Hannah Dugan. The case centered on Dugan helping a man avoid detention by immigration officers at a
Federal Prosecutors Weigh Death Penalty in National Guard Murder Case
In a significant legal development, federal prosecutors revealed that they are considering pursuing the death penalty against Rahmanullah Lakanwal if he is found guilty of murdering a National Guard specialist. This decision came following the
Florida Judge Orders Teen Held in Cruise Ship Case
A federal judge in Florida ordered a teenager to remain in custody until his trial in connection with the sexual assault and murder of his stepsister aboard a cruise ship. Court records unsealed on Monday
Supreme Court Considers Six-Person Juries in Criminal Cases
The Supreme Court is set to decide if states can utilize juries of just six people in criminal trials, challenging the traditional 12-member jury. This decision arises from a pivotal case involving Hamed Kian, a
Andrew Boutros: Navigating Challenges in the Northern District of Illinois
Appointment of Andrew Boutros Andrew Boutros, an experienced Chicago lawyer and former federal prosecutor, began his role as interim U.S. attorney for the Northern District of Illinois in March 2025. U.S. Rep. Darin LaHood led
Federal Judge Apologizes Amid Misconduct Allegations
A federal judge in Georgia has publicly apologized to a former law clerk for engaging in inappropriate and unprofessional behavior. Allegations surfaced that Judge Eleanor Ross had sexual relations with a senior police officer in
Convicted Killer Mackenzie Shirilla: From Courtroom to Prison Job
Mackenzie Shirilla, convicted of killing her boyfriend and their friend in a 2022 crash, now works a prison job at the Ohio Reformatory for Women. The crash, involving Shirilla slamming a Toyota Camry into a
Death of Convicted Man in Illinois Child’s Murder Case
A man who confessed to the sexual assault and murder of a 3-year-old girl in Illinois in 2004 has died in a state prison. According to state records, Scott Eby, 52, passed away at the