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Judge: No Evidence of ‘Witch-Hunt’ for Antifa Leader

A California judge denied claims there is a “witch-hunt” against Antifa leader Yvette Felarca and two other activists and declined to drop the felony charges they face. So reports Fox News.

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Sorkin-written Mockingbird Play to Hit Broadway After Settlement

Just before going to trial, the producers of the Aaron Sorkin-penned theatrical adaptation of "To Kill a Mockingbird" and the estate of Harper Lee, the book’s author, have settled. So reports Deadline.

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Iowa’s ‘Heartbeat’ Bill Likely to Face Legal Challenges

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds signed the nation’s strictest abortion regulation, likely setting up a legal battle with pro-choice groups. So reports Syracuse.com

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Jay-Z Says the SEC is Hung Up On His Fame

Hip hop star Jay-Z filed an affidavit claiming he cannot logistically comply with a Securities and Exchange Commission investigation into his $200 million sale of Rocawear clothing. So reports The New York Daily News.

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Starbucks, Philly Settle with Arrested Businessmen

Business partners Donte Robinson and Rashon Nelson, who were arrested at a Philadelphia Starbucks while waiting for an associate, settled with the city for $1 each. So reports NPR.

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Convicted Bond Trader May Face 3rd Trial After DOJ Misstep

Former Connecticut bond trader Jesse Litvak saw his fraud conviction overturned for the second time in three years after an apparent misstep by the Justice Department, according to a U.S. appellate judge. So reports The New York Post.

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Man Who Tried to Drown Himself Sues First Responders

Mateusz Fijalkowski, who attempted to drown himself in a pool, is suing the officers and lifeguard who saved him after accumulating hefty medical expenses resulting from the incident. So reports Fox News

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Ebay Sale of Iron Man Comic Sparks Lawsuit

A lawyer from New York claims he was ripped off by an eBay scammer, who he says stole a first-appearance Iron Man comic worth $7,680. So reports The New York Daily News.  

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Padilla Under Fire for Voting Assistance Directive

California Secretary of State Alex Padilla is facing a lawsuit after civil rights groups accused him of inhibiting 80,000 limited-English-proficiency voters. So reports NBC News.

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Frat Boys Seek Day in Court, Millions from Syracuse University

Five Theta Tau fraternity members are suing Syracuse University claiming their rights were violated and they were subjected to “ridicule and scorn” upon being disciplined for participating in an event featuring the use of racial slurs and the mocking of a disabled person. So reports NBC affiliate WHEC.

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