Jun 26 Supreme Court partly reinstates Trump's travel ban By Mark Sherman, Associated Press The action Monday is a victory for President Donald Trump in the biggest legal controversy of his young presidency. Continue reading
Jun 26 Supreme Court rejects gun rights challenge to California limits on concealed carry By Associated Press The justices on Monday left in place an appeals court ruling that upheld the San Diego sheriff's strict limits on issuing permits for concealed weapons. Continue reading
Jun 26 Supreme Court to hear case of Colorado baker who refused to make wedding cake for gay couple By Associated Press The case asks the high court to balance the religious rights of the baker against the couple's right to equal treatment under the law. Similar disputes have popped up across the United States. Continue reading
Jun 26 On the Supreme Court's last day of session, travel ban case awaits action By Mark Sherman, Associated Press But something could overshadow rulings in those high-profile cases: If Justice Anthony Kennedy were to use the court's last public session on Monday to announce his retirement. Continue reading
Jun 23 Justices side with government in property rights case By Sam Hananel, Associated Press The Supreme Court on Friday ruled against a Wisconsin family in a property rights case that makes it easier for government officials to restrict development in environmentally sensitive areas. Continue reading
Jun 23 Supreme Court says immigrants with bad legal advice can get second chance in court By Associated Press The court's 6-2 ruling Friday applies to immigrants facing overwhelming evidence they are guilty of a crime. Continue reading
Jun 21 Who are the lawyers helping Robert Mueller in the Russia investigation? By Eric Tucker, Associated Press WASHINGTON — The team of lawyers investigating potential coordination between Russia and the Trump campaign is still growing, but its early composition reveals a breadth of experience in criminal law and in following the money. The team includes a former… Continue reading
Jun 19 Justices say law on offensive trademarks is unconstitutional By Sam Hananel, Associated Press WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Monday struck down part of a law that bans offensive trademarks in a ruling that is expected to help the Washington Redskins in their legal fight over the team name. The justices ruled that… Continue reading
Jun 19 Supreme Court could decide if gerrymandering can be too political By Mark Sherman, Associated Press The justices could say as early as Monday whether they will intervene. Continue reading
Jun 18 Justices could take up high-stakes fight over electoral maps By Mark Sherman, Associated Press In an era of deep partisan division, the Supreme Court could soon decide whether the drawing of electoral districts can be too political. Continue reading