L.A. city told the court there were 88 beds at a homeless shelter, but 44 of them were missing

A federal judge has ruled that a former Alaska Airlines pilot, who attempted to cut the engines of a passenger flight in 2023, will not serve any additional prison time. The incident raised significant safety concerns and highlighted the potential risks associated with off-duty personnel in critical roles. The pilot's actions were deemed serious, but the judge's decision reflects considerations of various factors, including the pilot's mental state and the absence of prior incidents.

A federal judge expressed concern over a Trump administration program that allows states to remove noncitizens from voter registration lists. Despite her reservations, she stated that she does not have the authority to halt the program at this time. This ruling raises questions about the implications of such voter purges on electoral integrity and access to voting for noncitizens.

A federal judge has ordered U.S. prosecutors to release all grand jury materials to defense attorneys, stating that the proceedings included 'fundamental misstatements of the law.' This ruling highlights significant flaws in the prosecution's approach to the case against former FBI Director James Comey, raising questions about the integrity of the legal process involved.

A federal judge has raised concerns about the legality of a program that allows states to verify their voter registration lists against the Department of Homeland Security's citizenship database. While questioning the program's legality, the judge ruled that she cannot terminate it at this time. This decision highlights ongoing debates surrounding voter registration practices and the role of federal databases in state elections.