Amanda Knox: 'Stillwater' Movie Repeats 'Fiction' Pushed By Italian Prosecutor
In an interview with NPR's All Things Considered, Knox talks about what it's like to be followed by fictionalized versions of her life.
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Mexico's Suit Against U.S. Gun Companies May Seek More Than A Court Win
The Mexican government sued U.S. gun-makers and distributors in federal court for damages caused by illicit firearms. Experts say it's a long shot but the move could ramp up pressure on the U.S.
Lawyers Say AG Set Out To Get Evidence Against Gov. Cuomo In Harassment Investigation
"I know the difference between putting together a case against a target versus doing independent fact-finding with an open mind," Andrew Cuomo's lawyer Rita Glavin said on Friday.
More Clergy Abuse Is Finally Being Prosecuted, No Thanks To The Church, A Lawyer Says
Over the years, Mitchell Garabedian has represented hundreds of survivors of clergy sexual abuse. His latest is a civil case against former U.S. Cardinal Theodore McCarrick.
California Will Require Vaccines For Workers In Health Care Facilities
Workers in health care facilities will be required to provide proof that they have been fully vaccinated against COVID-19, with exemptions only for religious or valid medical reasons.
Some Older Prisoners Aren't Eligible For Compassionate Release. Lawmakers Want Change
Relatively few people in federal prison have been approved for compassionate release during the pandemic. Lawmakers are trying to make that option a reality for more sick and elderly people.
Justice Department Is Investigating Phoenix Police After Reports Of Excessive Force
The Justice Department will be probing the Phoenix police's use of force and their treatment of the city's homeless.
Mexico Sues U.S. Gun-Makers For Contributing To Arms Trafficking Deaths
Mexico is suing U.S. gun manufacturers over the flood of illicit guns in the country. The government wants compensation for the "massive damage" that this flow of illegal weapons has caused.
L.A. Lawmakers Consider Requiring People To Be Vaccinated In Indoor Public Spaces
City council members introduced a sort of "no shots, no service" mandate, following in the footsteps of New York City. In L.A., would-be customers would have to show proof of at least one dose.
Arkansas Governor Wants To Reverse A Law That Forbids Schools To Require Masks
Gov. Asa Hutchinson signed the bill in April banning state and local mask mandates, but now he says cases are up and children under 12 are vulnerable because they can't get vaccinated.