North Carolina Prisoners Sue to End the “Guaranteed” Traumas of Solitary Confinement
Supported by the ACLU, prisoners are arguing that a punishment with outcomes as poor as solitary is scarcely constitutional.
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British Family Complains of Unbearable Conditions in U.S. Immigration Custody After Accidentally Crossing Border
However, U.S. officials are challenging the Connor family’s story, saying video evidence and a stash of cash suggests they may have attempted an intentional, illegal entry.
Ferndale Bans Conversion Therapy while NYC Moves to Repeal
Ferndale, Michigan, follows Huntington Woods’ lead and bans conversion theraapy for minors.
Miami-Area Squatters Sue Cops for Alleged “Civil Rights Violations”
The squatter couple’s story is markedly different from police reports, which describe a rather boring encounter.
Ohio Gov. DeWine Backs Off His Own Gun Control Proposals
DeWine had pushed for red flag laws and mandatory background checks after an August shooting in Dayton left 10 dead and 27 injured.
Lawmaker’s Lawsuit Challenges Oklahoma Permit-less Carry Proposal
State Rep. Ron Lowe says the bill violates the Oklahoma constitution by being overly broad.
Supreme Court to Decide if Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity are Protected By Civil Rights Act
The justices will consider today whether Title VII covers sexual orientation and gender identity.
Transgender Michigan Woman to Read Civil Rights Complaint to Supreme Court
Aimee Stephens was fired by a Metro Detroit funeral home after beginning her transition from male to female.
ACLU Files Family Separation Suit On Behalf of Family Separation Victims
The lawsuit wants the government to create a medical fund for parents and children who remain traumatized, having been forcibly separated along the U.S.-Mexico border.
Chicago Gun Violence Victims’ Lawsuit Goes Ahead
The lawsuit hopes to force Illinois into enforcing existing gun control regulations and, possibly, implementing new ones.