Douglas County sues Colorado over immigration laws’ restrictions

Douglas County filed suit Monday against the state of Colorado, alleging that two laws prohibiting local governments from cooperating with the federal government on immigration enforcement violate the state constitution. The lawsuit, which other conservative counties are considering joining, takes aim at laws passed by the legislature and signed by Gov. Jared Polis in recent … Read more

Norfolk Southern agrees to pay $600 million for East Palestine, Ohio, train derailment

Toxic Fog: The Aftermath in East Palestine, Ohio | CBS Reports 21:38 Norfolk Southern has agreed to pay $600 million in a class-action lawsuit settlement related to last year’s fiery train derailment that affected East Palestine, Ohio. The company said Tuesday that the agreement, if approved by the court, will resolve all class action claims … Read more

Disney allowed to pause its federal lawsuit against Florida governor as part of settlement deal

An appellate court on Monday granted Disney’s request for a two-month pause in a federal lawsuit against Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and his appointees to Walt Disney World’s governing district after the two sides reached a settlement on separate litigation in state court. Disney’s request last Friday to the federal appellate court was motivated by … Read more

Bill would up penalty on EpiPen makers for flouting Colorado price cap

A bill in the Colorado legislature would allow stiffer penalties for EpiPen and insulin manufacturers who refuse to sell their products under the state’s price caps, which one generic drugmaker is challenging in court. Over the last three years, Colorado set limits on out-of-pocket costs for insulin and epinephrine auto-injectors. So far, insulin makers largely … Read more

‘Game of Thrones’ actor sues LA County, charging ‘botched’ criminal probe ruined his career – Daily News

LOS ANGELES — “Game of Thrones” actor Joseph Gatt has sued Los Angeles County and District Attorney George Gascón, alleging in federal court that his career was ruined after he was charged in 2022 with allegedly engaging in sexually explicit online communication with a minor — charges that were later dropped after the purported evidence … Read more

Academics challenge Florida law that casts ‘suspicion’ on Chinese students and faculty

Two graduate students from China whose studies were put on hold, and a professor who says he is unable to recruit research assistants, sued Florida education officials on Monday, trying to stop enforcement of a new state law which limits research exchanges between state universities and academics from seven prohibited countries. The law passed last … Read more

EU investigating Apple, Google and Meta’s suspected violations of new Digital Markets Act

London — European Union regulators opened investigations into Apple, Google and Meta on Monday, the first cases under a sweeping new law designed to stop Big Tech companies from cornering digital markets. The European Commission, the 27-nation bloc’s executive arm, said it was investigating the companies for “non-compliance” with the Digital Markets Act. The Digital Markets … Read more

3/21: CBS Evening News – CBS News

3/21: CBS Evening News – CBS News Watch CBS News Escaped Idaho inmate and suspected gunman who ambushed officers in custody; Ghost Army, top-secret WWII unit that relied on deception, awarded Congressional Gold Medal Be the first to know Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Not Now Turn On FOLLOW … Read more

Colorado lawmakers begin debating ban on sale of assault weapons

Updated at 1:17 p.m.: As the first public commenters began to testify for and against the “assault” weapons bill late Tuesday morning, common themes quickly emerged. For supporters of the bill, which would ban the sale and purchase of certain semi-automatic weapons, the measure is a response to the mass shootings that have become routine … Read more

Jared Polis signs open-meetings bill that exempts lawmakers from parts

Colorado lawmakers are now exempt from parts of the state’s open-meetings law after Gov. Jared Polis signed a bill that legalizes longstanding practices challenged by transparency advocates. Polis signed SB24-157 into law with immediate effect on Tuesday, a day after the bill cleared the House and a month after the measure was first introduced by … Read more