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The list of potential Republican candidates for governor grew this week. Ted Dabrowski, who publishes the conservative newsletter Wirepoints, formally announced his candidacy. And the party's 2022 nominee, former state Sen. Darren Bailey, has made it known he plans to run again. Peter Hancock, Ben Szalinski and Jerry Nowicki talk about those developments. Also, the Illinois Supreme Court announced that Justice P. Scott Neville will become the next chief justice in October, succeeding Mary Jane Theis as head of the court.

This Day in Legal History: A. Lincoln Admitted to BarOn September 9, 1836, Abraham Lincoln was licensed to practice law by the Illinois Supreme Court, setting in motion a legal and political career that would ultimately reshape American history. At the time, Lincoln was a 27-year-old former store clerk and self-taught frontier intellectual, with no formal legal education. Instead, like many aspiring attorneys of the era, Lincoln "read law" by apprenticing under established lawyers and studying foundational legal texts such as Blackstone's Commentaries and Chitty's Pleadings. His relentless self-education and growing reputation for honesty earned him the nickname “Honest Abe,” long before he entered the national spotlight.Shortly after being admitted to the bar, Lincoln moved to Springfield, Illinois, where he set up a law practice. His first lawsuit came less than a month later, on October 5, 1836, marking the beginning of a legal career that would span over two decades. Lincoln took on a wide variety of cases—ranging from debt collection and land disputes to criminal defense and railroad litigation—and traveled extensively on the Illinois Eighth Judicial Circuit.His courtroom demeanor was marked by clarity, logic, and moral conviction, attributes that would later define his presidency. Practicing law not only gave Lincoln financial stability but also honed the rhetorical and analytical skills that would serve him in legislative debates and national addresses. His legal work with the Illinois Central Railroad and other corporate clients exposed him to the country's economic transformation, deepening his understanding of commerce, labor, and the law's role in shaping society.Lincoln's rise from rural obscurity to respected attorney mirrored the American ideal of self-made success, and his legal background profoundly shaped his political philosophy. It was as a lawyer and legislator that he began to articulate his opposition to slavery's expansion, using constitutional and moral arguments that would later guide his presidency and the Union's legal stance during the Civil War.His legal reasoning and insistence on the rule of law would ultimately be central to the Emancipation Proclamation, his wartime governance, and the framework for reconstructing the nation. The law gave Lincoln the tools to interpret and preserve the Constitution, even amid its greatest crisis.Lincoln's admission to the bar on this day in 1836 was not just a personal milestone—it was a foundational step toward the presidency and toward a redefinition of American liberty and union that would endure for generations.Events ripple in time like waves on a pond, and Lincoln's admission to the bar in 1836 is one such stone cast into history. Had he not secured that license—had he not taught himself law from borrowed books and legal treatises—it is likely he never would have risen to national prominence or attained the presidency. Without Lincoln's leadership in 1860, the United States may well have fractured permanently into separate nations, altering the course of the Civil War and leaving a divided continent in its wake. That division would have profoundly reshaped global affairs in the 20th century. Not to put too fine a point on it, but the fact that there was a United States powerful and unified enough to confront the Nazi war machine in 1941 traces, in part, to a frontier shop clerk's grit, discipline, and determination to study Blackstone's Commentaries by candlelight.A Florida state appeals judge who sided with Donald Trump in a high-profile defamation case against the Pulitzer Prize Board has been confirmed to the federal bench. On Monday, the U.S. Senate voted 50–43 along party lines to approve Judge Ed Artau's nomination to the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida. Artau is now the sixth Trump judicial nominee to be confirmed during the president's second term.Artau joined a panel earlier this year that allowed Trump's lawsuit to proceed after the Pulitzer Board declined to rescind a 2018 award given to The New York Times and The Washington Post for their reporting on Russian interference in the 2016 election. In a concurring opinion, Artau criticized the reporting as “now-debunked” and echoed calls to revisit New York Times v. Sullivan, the Supreme Court precedent that has long protected journalists from most defamation claims by public figures.The timing of Artau's nomination has drawn scrutiny from Senate Democrats, who argue it raises ethical concerns. Artau reportedly began conversations about a possible federal appointment just days after Trump's 2024 victory and interviewed with the White House shortly after issuing his opinion in the Pulitzer case. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer called the confirmation a “blatant” example of quid pro quo, while others questioned Artau's impartiality.In response, Artau defended his conduct during his Senate Judiciary Committee hearing, stating that ambition for higher office alone doesn't disqualify a judge from ruling on politically sensitive cases and that he holds no personal bias requiring recusal.Florida judge who ruled for Trump in Pulitzer case confirmed to federal bench | ReutersAfter 21 years, one of legal academia's most influential blogs is shutting down. The TaxProf Blog, launched in 2004 by Pepperdine Law Dean Paul Caron, will cease publication by the end of September following the closure of its longtime host platform, Typepad. Caron said he isn't interested in rebuilding the site on a new platform, though he hopes to preserve the blog's extensive archive of nearly 56,000 posts.Initially focused on tax law, the blog evolved into a central hub for news and commentary on law schools, covering accreditation, rankings, faculty hiring, admissions trends, and more. It maintained its relevance even as other law professor blogs declined in the wake of Twitter's rise. Caron's regular posts made the site a must-read in the legal education world, often mixing in personal reflections and occasional commentary on religion.The closure also casts uncertainty over the broader Law Professor Blog Network, which includes around 60 niche academic blogs also hosted on Typepad. At least one, ImmigrationProf Blog, has already begun looking for a new publishing home.Reactions across the legal academy reflected the impact of the blog's departure. One law school dean likened it to daily sports reporting for legal education—a constant, trusted source of updates and debate.Groundbreaking law blog calls it quits after 21 years | ReutersThe U.S. Supreme Court has sided with the Trump administration in a contentious immigration case, allowing federal agents to resume aggressive raids in Southern California. The Court granted a request from the Justice Department to lift a lower court order that had restricted immigration stops based on race, language, or occupation—factors critics argue are being used to disproportionately target Latino communities. The ruling, delivered in a brief, unsigned order with no explanation, permits the raids to continue while a broader legal challenge proceeds.The case stems from a July order by U.S. District Judge Maame Frimpong, who found that the administration's actions likely violated the Fourth Amendment by enabling racially discriminatory stops without reasonable suspicion. Her injunction applied across much of Southern California, but is now paused by the Supreme Court's decision.Justice Sonia Sotomayor, joined by the Court's other two liberals, issued a sharp dissent, warning that the decision effectively declares all Latinos "fair game to be seized at any time," regardless of citizenship. She described the raids as racially motivated and unconstitutional.California Governor Gavin Newsom and civil rights groups echoed those concerns. Newsom accused the Court of legitimizing racial profiling and called Trump's enforcement actions a form of "racial terror." The ACLU, representing plaintiffs in the case, including U.S. citizens, denounced the raids as part of a broader “racist deportation scheme.”The Trump administration, meanwhile, hailed the decision as a major legal victory. Attorney General Pam Bondi framed it as a rejection of “judicial micromanagement,” and Justice Brett Kavanaugh, writing separately, argued that while ethnicity alone cannot justify a stop, it may be used in combination with other factors.This ruling adds to a series of recent Supreme Court decisions backing Trump's immigration agenda, including policies that limit asylum protections and revoke humanitarian legal statuses. In Los Angeles, the raids and the use of military personnel in response to protests have escalated tensions between the federal government and local authorities.US Supreme Court backs Trump on aggressive immigration raids | ReutersA federal appeals court has upheld an $83.3 million jury verdict against Donald Trump for defaming writer E. Jean Carroll, rejecting his claims of presidential immunity. The 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals found the damages appropriate given the severity and persistence of Trump's conduct, which it called “remarkably high” in terms of reprehensibility. The ruling noted that Trump's attacks on Carroll grew more extreme as the trial neared, contributing to reputational and emotional harm.The lawsuit stemmed from Trump's repeated public denials of Carroll's allegation that he sexually assaulted her in the 1990s. In 2019, Trump claimed Carroll was “not my type” and said she fabricated the story to sell books—comments he echoed again in 2022, prompting a second defamation suit. A jury in 2023 had already found Trump liable for sexual abuse and defamation in an earlier case, awarding Carroll $5 million. That verdict was also upheld.Trump's legal team argued that his 2019 comments were made in his official capacity as president and should be shielded by presidential immunity. The court disagreed, citing a lack of legal basis to extend immunity in this context. Trump also objected to limits placed on his testimony during trial, but the appeals court upheld the trial judge's rulings as appropriate.The $83.3 million award includes $18.3 million in compensatory damages and $65 million in punitive damages. Carroll's legal team expressed hope that the appeals process would soon conclude. Trump, meanwhile, framed the ruling as part of what he calls “Liberal Lawfare” amid multiple ongoing legal battles.Trump fails to overturn E. Jean Carroll's $83 million verdict | ReutersMy column for Bloomberg this week takes aim at the so-called "Taylor Swift Tax" in Rhode Island—an annual surtax on non-primary residences valued over $1 million. While the headline-grabbing nickname guarantees media coverage, the underlying policy is flawed, both economically and politically.Rhode Island isn't alone—Montana, Cape Cod, and Los Angeles have all attempted to capture revenue from wealthy property owners through targeted taxes on high-end real estate. But these narrowly tailored levies often distort markets, suppress transactions, and encourage avoidance rather than compliance. LA's mansion tax, for example, dramatically underperformed because property owners simply didn't sell.The appeal of taxing second homes is clear: they're luxury assets often owned by out-of-staters with little political influence. But that lack of local connection also makes them an unreliable revenue base. It's relatively easy to sell, reclassify, or relocate a vacation property, particularly for the affluent. And when policies hinge on fuzzy concepts like "primary residence," they invite loopholes and enforcement challenges—especially when properties are held by LLCs or trusts.Rhode Island's new tax could drive potential buyers to nearby Connecticut, undermining its own housing market and revenue goals. If states want to tax wealth effectively, they must resist headline-chasing and instead build durable, scalable policies: regular reassessments, vacancy levies, and infrastructure-based cost recovery. These methods avoid the pitfalls of ambiguous residency tests and create more predictable revenue streams.And because discretionary wealth is mobile, real solutions will require cooperation—harmonized assessments, multistate compacts, and shared reporting. But more fundamentally, states looking for progressive revenue should aim higher—toward income and wealth taxes—rather than tinkering at the margins with weekend homes.Rhode Island Should Shake Off ‘Taylor Swift Tax' on Second Homes This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

Peter Hancock hosts a discussion about a proposed state constitutional amendment in Illinois to reform the redistricting process. Former Clinton administration Commerce Secretary and Chief of Staff Bill Daley and former Republican congressman and Obama administration Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood advocate for an independent commission to draw state legislative district maps, aiming to reduce partisan gerrymandering. They cite past failures, such as the 2016 effort thwarted by the Illinois Supreme Court, and propose a simpler process for 2026.

Erika Harold, lawyer and Executive Director of the Illinois Supreme Court's Commission on Professionalism, joins Karen Conti to talk about anti-bullying in the workplace and how her personal experiences have guided her to helping people. Erika defines bullying and harassment and comments on a survey that shows how many people change jobs due to bullying. Erika […]

We're thrilled to share that Jamie Snow's case will be featured on ABC's Nightlineon Tuesday, June 3, 2025.This powerful national broadcast will shine a spotlight on the injustice that's kept Jamie in prison for nearly 25 years — a conviction based on recanted informant testimony, inconsistent eyewitness accounts, and no physical evidence.Jamie Snow's wrongful conviction will be featured on ABC's Nightline — Tuesday, June 3. The segment features powerful voices calling for justice:Jamie Snow, speaking out from prison in his own wordsJohn Grisham, author & justice advocateJason Flom, Wrongful Conviction podcastMarty Tankleff, exoneree, attorney & co creator of Making an Exonoree at GeorgetownMarc Howard, Georgetown professor & co creator of Making an Exonoree at GeorgetownKarl Leonard, Jamie's attorney, Exoneration ProjectNicole & Jessica Snow, Jamie's daughtersNow, with a Leave to Appeal for DNA testing pending before the Illinois Supreme Court, this Nightline feature comes at a critical moment.Please tune in — and continue sharing Jamie's story. The more people know, the harder it becomes to ignore.Airs Tuesday, June 3rd on:ABC NewsLive PRIME with Lindsey Davis @6 CST/7 ESTNightline @11:35 CST/12:35 ESTWatch with us live via Zoom @5:30 CST/6:30 ESTLearn more at FreeJamieSnow.comTogether, we're making noise — and demanding truth.Thank you for standing with Jamie.– The Snow Crew

Greg Bishop discusses the ruling from the Illinois Supreme Court against Republicans' challenges of the state's legislative maps drawn and approved by Democrats and concerns about conflicts of interest.Support this podcast: https://secure.anedot.com/franklin-news-foundation/ce052532-b1e4-41c4-945c-d7ce2f52c38a?source_code=xxxxxx

Will Estrada is senior counsel with Home School Legal Defense Association. He is a member of the U.S. Supreme Court Bar First Circuit Court of Appeals, 11th Circuit Court of Appeals, California and District of Columbia. Will himself is a homeschool graduate.In Illinois, thousands of homeschoolers arrived at the capitol in Springfield on March 19th to voice opposition to House Bill 2827. This bill would make it a crime to turn in homeschool paperwork late. It would also allow unelected bureaucrats to promulgate freedom-restricting regulations that would affect homeschoolers and private schools alike.Officials had to close the capitol after an estimated 8,000 people had been admitted, while hundreds more rallied outside. On the legislature's website, almost 50,000 people filed witness slips in opposition. Another 400 filed in favor of the bill. The 1950 Illinois Supreme Court case called, People v. Levisen, established that parents could educate their children at home with certain restrictions. These included teaching required subjects and if the family was challenged, the burden of proof was on the family to provide evidence. This has worked well for 75 years.Last year some opponents did a "hit piece" on homeschooling claiming that it is a shield for abuse and neglect. Right after that, Will noted that the sponsor, Illinois State Representative Terra Costa Howard, was quoted as saying, "We need to go after homeschoolers." As you'll hear, this is not a simple misunderstanding over a registration form. This involves an annual, mandatory filing that includes criminal penalties such as jail time under this legislation.

Will Estrada is senior counsel with Home School Legal Defense Association. He is a member of the U.S. Supreme Court Bar First Circuit Court of Appeals, 11th Circuit Court of Appeals, California and District of Columbia. Will himself is a homeschool graduate.In Illinois, thousands of homeschoolers arrived at the capitol in Springfield on March 19th to voice opposition to House Bill 2827. This bill would make it a crime to turn in homeschool paperwork late. It would also allow unelected bureaucrats to promulgate freedom-restricting regulations that would affect homeschoolers and private schools alike.Officials had to close the capitol after an estimated 8,000 people had been admitted, while hundreds more rallied outside. On the legislature's website, almost 50,000 people filed witness slips in opposition. Another 400 filed in favor of the bill. The 1950 Illinois Supreme Court case called, People v. Levisen, established that parents could educate their children at home with certain restrictions. These included teaching required subjects and if the family was challenged, the burden of proof was on the family to provide evidence. This has worked well for 75 years.Last year some opponents did a "hit piece" on homeschooling claiming that it is a shield for abuse and neglect. Right after that, Will noted that the sponsor, Illinois State Representative Terra Costa Howard, was quoted as saying, "We need to go after homeschoolers." As you'll hear, this is not a simple misunderstanding over a registration form. This involves an annual, mandatory filing that includes criminal penalties such as jail time under this legislation.

Illinois House Republicans provided new insights on their legal challenge against the state's legislative map. The lawsuit, initiated in January, alleges the map unconstitutionally benefits Democrats. In a press conference, Republican leaders highlighted recent developments, noting they filed a brief with the Illinois Supreme Court to emphasize the case's timeliness. The plaintiffs request the court to invalidate the map and appoint a Special Master to create a fair redistricting plan, which they believe will serve both parties. State Representative Ryan Spain from Peoria emphasized the strengthened nature of their case and the essential steps forward.

Illinois House Republicans are advancing their legal challenge against the state's legislative map, which they argue unfairly benefits Democrats. House Minority Leader Tony McCombie announced progress in the case, with a recent brief filed to assert the suit's timeliness. The lawsuit, initiated in January, seeks the intervention of the Illinois Supreme Court to invalidate the current map. Republicans are requesting the appointment of a Special Master to create a fair redistricting plan, aiming for equitable representation that benefits all political parties. This ongoing legal battle highlights the contentious nature of redistricting in Illinois politics.

 Alyssa tells Molly McAleer about the STILL ONGOING Jussie Smollett saga.   Show Notes: Northwestern: Breaking Down Kim Foxx's Win in the 2020 Primary Ballotpedia: Kim Foxx WTTW: Former Top Cop Was Drunk When Officers Allowed Him to Drive Home: Watchdog Chicago Tribune: Ex-FOP leader, suspecting politics at play, gets 3-year suspension from Chicago police union for use of camera in rival's office WTTW: Federal Judge Refuses to Toss Out Chicago's Lawsuit ... Fox Nation: After the Hoax Axelrod Tweet Fox Nation: Anatomy of a Hoax. MAX: Chicago VS Jussie Smollet Courthouse News: Federal judge sides with former Jussie Smollett attorney in long-simmering defamation case ABC 7: Jussie Smollett update: Illinois Supreme Court overturns former 'Empire' actor's conviction Fox 32: Jussie Smollett conviction reversed by Illinois Supreme Court ABC 7: Police called to Kim Foxx's Flossmoor home for domestic incident, report shows Chicago Tribune: Ex-girlfriend of suspended Fox 32 anchor Rafer Weigel facing revenge porn charges asks for protective order from Valparaiso woman be dismissed Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Greg Bishop reviews some of the oral arguments in the Illinois Supreme Court case whether to find a state firearms statute prohibiting open carry unconstitutional. Support this podcast: https://secure.anedot.com/franklin-news-foundation/ce052532-b1e4-41c4-945c-d7ce2f52c38a?source_code=xxxxxxRead more: https://www.thecentersquare.com/illinois/article_e8486efe-d2ac-11ef-ba5d-b350ddcd6572.html

In this episode of The Cole Memo, I sit down with legal professionals Evan Bruno and Bob Galhotra to dissect the Illinois Supreme Court's rulings on Redmond and Molina, two pivotal cases involving traffic searches and cannabis odor. We break down the broader implications of these rulings, discuss the controversial "odor-proof container" requirement, and examine how these legal developments could embolden law enforcement. Towards the end of the show, we explore the fascinating contrast between hemp and state-regulated marijuana. Watch video version and read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2024/12/15/e151/

The Illinois Supreme Court rules the smell of raw cannabis warrants a vehicle search, Champaign County Sheriff's Department hosts "Shop with a cop", Illinois incoming minimum wage increase and Illini football set to compete in the Cheez It Citrus Bowl.Hosted by: Zayna QuraishiStories by: Giuliana Means, Amelia Benson, Kaitlyn Devitt and Michael SweeneyMusic by Outbox

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This is a clip from a recent episode of High At Nine, where the hosts discuss a story I originally reported on The Cole Memo. The segment covers breaking news from Illinois, as the state Supreme Court upholds the odor-proof cannabis container law, ruling that the smell of raw cannabis alone can provide probable cause for warrantless vehicle searches. The hosts dive into the legal implications, dissenting opinions, and the impact on cannabis consumers and policy. You can watch the full episode of High At Nine by checking out the links in the notes! Watch video version and read full show notes here: https://thecolememo.com/2024/12/05/e149/

Freight visibility platform, FourKites, Inc., did not see this one coming. A couple months ago, I covered the most important corporate defamation case in the US: project44 v FourKites, Inc. Back in March, we had a ruling. In the end, the Illinois Supreme Court ruled that, “… a corporation has a distinct reputation from that of its management- level employees and an interest in protecting that reputation among its employees and the public at large.”  Today we have a settlement.TLDR: project44 won. As an Illinois attorney, this was the likely outcome. project44 sued for defamation per se, but the case was dismissed at the trial court level, & project44 appealed. The appellate court reversed & FourKites, Inc. appealed. On appeal, the Illinois Supreme Court upheld the appellate court ruling & remanded to the trial court. What this means is that FourKites, Inc. will now be required to answer the complaint & assert its affirmative defenses. After that comes discovery, which includes requests for records & answers to interrogatories followed by depositions. Get your popcorn, this is just the beginning. In Illinois, certain statements are considered defamatory per se. These include statements that impute a person has committed a crime, is unable to perform or lacks integrity in performing her or his employment duties, or lacks ability or otherwise prejudices that person in her or his profession. If a defamatory statement is actionable per se, the plaintiff is not required to plead or prove actual damages to recover. This was a question of first impression in Illinois. That question is whether there is publication when defamatory communication is sent to corporate employees from a person outside the corporation? Everything rested on “publication” of the alleged defamatory statements. FourKites, Inc. argued the corporate employees were one and the same as the corporation. The project44 & Illinois Supreme Court disagreed. To answer this question, the Illinois Supreme Court looked to similar legal doctrines in Illinois, specifically the “intracorporate publication” rule. Under the intracorporate publication rule, interoffice reports or communications that are circulated among employees within a corporation have been ‘published' to ‘third parties' for defamation purposes. The rule generally applies when an employee is terminated based on defamatory comments made by management or coworkers within a corporation and subsequently file a defamation action against the corporation. In the end, "a corporation has a distinct reputation from that of its management." Remember though, dear readers, if this does go to litigation, truth is always a defense. Will it settle? Will it go to trial? Time will tell. [spoiler, they settled].This program is brought to you by DAT Freight & Analytics. Since 1978, DAT has helped truckers & brokers discover more available loads. Whether you're heading home or looking for your next adventure, DAT has the data! New users of DAT can save 10% off for the first 12 months by following the links below. For Truckers, DAT One Pro gives you access to tri-haul & 15-day rate as opposed to 30-day rate. For Brokers, DAT One Select gives you access to Market Conditions, Exact Match alarms & more. Even under the best circumstances, moving freight was never easy.

Did you know Ken is a huge Kendrick Lamar fan? Well, not really. But he is psyched that Lamar and Drake have produced some truly hilarious litigation to discuss. Their beef goes back years, and they have traded diss tracks — in Kendrick's latest, he calls Drake a “certified pedophile” who's “tryna strike a chord and it's probably A Minor.” Is that defamation? If you're a regular listener to this show, you know it very likely isn't — and even Drake isn't quite ready to sue for defamation. But he has filed — in two different states — petitions for pre-litigation discovery, to explore the possibility that Lamar and their shared label, Universal Music Group, may have committed various torts against him. What torts? Well, in the Texas petition, he wants to look at defamation. In New York, he wants to explore the possibility that Lamar and UMG competed against him unfairly, by nefariously over-promoting the song, or something. He also suggests this could be the RICO!Plus: Jack Smith has moved to dismiss the January 6-related case against Donald Trump on the grounds that the Office of Legal Counsel has long prohibited prosecutions of sitting presidents. DOJ is also dropping its appeal of Judge Aileen Cannon's decision throwing out the documents against Trump — but the department is not yet dropping the appeal with regard to his co-defendants, meaning there will be at least a part of this prosecution left for Trump's DOJ to cancel. Jussie Smollett's conviction got tossed by the Illinois Supreme Court, and Ken answers several of the questions you sent in.Visit serioustrouble.show to sign up for our newsletter and find a transcript of this episode. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.serioustrouble.show/subscribe

DCMWG starts with Jussie Smollett's conviction being overturned and dismissed by the Illinois Supreme Court (14:07), Kendrick Lamar releases a surprise album and mentions how he let Lil Wayne down with the Super Bowl gig (16:10), Meek Mill claims he's battling a machine out to tarnish his name as the blogs continue to attack him (20:20), Skai Jackson's decisions have made her fan group un-well to say the least (31:06), Mona gives her Baddies West deep rooted take (40:20) & more. Get your real life advice from Mona on the show! Dial 267-225-2492 and leave a question for a chance to have your voicemail answered on an episode. JOIN THE NEW DCMWG PLUS COMMUNITY FOR BONUS EPISODES, AD-FREE LISTENING & OTHER EXCLUSIVE CONTENT CLICK HERE: https://dcmwg.supportingcast.fm Executive Producers for Breakbeat: Dave Mays & Brett Jeffries Executive Producer: Don't Call Me White Girl Producer: Tom Flies Production: Black Clover(@BlackCloverStudios.inc) Instagram: @BreakbeatMedia @DontCallMeeWhiteGirl @PhelpsJugo @TomFlies Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins John Williams to explain The Shopping Cart Theory, the Illinois Supreme Court's ruling that a special prosecutor should not have been allowed to put actor Jussie Smollett on trial, and Mayor Johnson's former communications director being accused of sexual harassment, racism and other abusive behavior before he was […]

Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins John Williams to explain The Shopping Cart Theory, the Illinois Supreme Court's ruling that a special prosecutor should not have been allowed to put actor Jussie Smollett on trial, and Mayor Johnson's former communications director being accused of sexual harassment, racism and other abusive behavior before he was […]

Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, joins John Williams to explain The Shopping Cart Theory, the Illinois Supreme Court's ruling that a special prosecutor should not have been allowed to put actor Jussie Smollett on trial, and Mayor Johnson's former communications director being accused of sexual harassment, racism and other abusive behavior before he was […]

Brad Young hosting, and opening with a detailed legal beatdown of the Illinois Supreme Court. Backstoppers are here, and Wiggins America.

In this weekend episode, Victor Davis Hanson examines the battles fought over the Philippines in WWII, and, in the news, more Trump nominations, Bragg's cases, and Jussie Smollett is let off by the Illinois Supreme Court.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Matt Gaetz withdraws from consideration for attorney general, as President-elect Trump quickly selects Pam Bondi as a replacement. Jussie Smollett's conviction is overturned by the Illinois Supreme Court. And in an escalation aimed squarely at the west, Russia fires a ballistic missile into Ukraine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A couple of stories from yesterday have Stigall on alert. The story of Jussie Smollett and the Illinois Supreme Court decision in his case and the case of Pete Hegseth's alleged sexual assault. They share a couple of things in common Stigall feels need exploring. Plus, who is Trump's new pick for Attorney General, Pam Bondi? The media reaction should be enough to satisfy most Trump voters. Daniel Turner from "Power the Future" discusses Trump's energy priorities on day one and how those in corporate energy production will react. Will we see an immediate shuttering of wind farms? And the bathroom fight on Capitol Hill caused AOC to come up with one of the wildest moments of gaslighting ever created in politics. Paula Scanlan, a former teammate of the now infamous "Lia" Thomas - the male swimmer at University of Pennsylvania who joined the women's team - joins the show to respond to the new bathroom fight and reflect on how this issue impacted the election. -For more info visit the official website: https://chrisstigall.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisstigallshow/Twitter: https://twitter.com/ChrisStigallFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/chris.stigall/Listen on Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/StigallPodListen on Apple Podcasts: https://bit.ly/StigallShowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rover still has not talked to Dieter. Charlie is going to Denver.Jeffrey might write a journal for his kids to read.Duji has not talked to her mom in a month.Jeffrey's son has put in a job application.Jussie Smollett conviction overturned by Illinois Supreme Court.Wisconsin kayaker who faked death says he is safe but won't reveal his location, won't come home.Family fears missing woman Hannah Kobayashi was trafficked.Menendez brother in secret relationship that can put release at risk.

What’s Trending: The Biden administration is relaxing a number of immigration restrictions in its final days before Trump takes office. Jussie Smollett had his conviction in his hate crime hoax overturned by the Illinois Supreme Court. Pierce County employees made claims of racism and are now receiving $1 million. Guest: UW Atmospheric Sciences professor Cliff Mass says Washington will be hit with another strong windstorm. But it'll be different from the bomb cyclone in one key way. // Big Local: Pierce County is reporting an increase in use of homeless services this year. Residents on the Eastside are stilling with power outages, and power may not be restored until this weekend at the earliest. // Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) went on an unhinged rant about a bill that would put an end to DEI.

11.21.2024 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Trump's Picks & The Black Community, Matt Gaetz Withdraws, Jussie Smollett Conviction Overturned With every Trump administration appointment, we are seeing Project 2025 taking shape.  Janai Nelson, the president and director-counsel of the Legal Defense Fund, is here to explain how Trump's picks may impact the Black community. Matt Gaetz couldn't take the heat!  He withdrew from his nomination to become the next attorney general. We'll share the audio of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. comparing Trump to Hitler and calling Trump supporters "belligerent idiots' and "outright Nazis." The Illinois Supreme Court overturns Jussie Smollett's conviction in his hoax attack. The Justice Department says the Trenton, New Jersey, police department has a pattern of misconduct.  In Georgia, a former cop who shot an unarmed black man wants a judge to throw out his murder charges. The president of Atlanta's NAACP will give us an update on the  Jimmy Atchinson murder case.  A Texas Jury awards nearly $100 Million to the Family of a black man killed by a former Dallas police officer.#BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbase This Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC.  This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (link) and Risks (link) related to this offering before investing. Download the #BlackStarNetwork app on iOS, AppleTV, Android, Android TV, Roku, FireTV, SamsungTV and XBox

Rich welcomes Trump attorney Jesse Binnall to talk about Matt Gaetz dropping out as Attorney General nominee, and Trump nominating Paul Bondi as the next potential AG. Also, the Illinois Supreme Court has overturned the conviction of actor Jussie Smollett. Later, the International Criminal Court has issued arrest warrants for Israel's prime minister and former defense minister, as well as the military commander of Hamas. We'll hear from former advisor to Prime Minister Netanyahu, Ruthie Blum. Plus, some thoughts on Howard Lutnick, Trump's choice for Commerce Secretary, from presidential historian Tevi Troy, author of "The Power and the Money: The Epic Clashes Between Commanders in Chief and Titans of Industry." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Illinois Supreme Court has reversed the conviction of actor Jussie Smollett. The former “Empire” actor took his case to the Illinois Supreme Court in September in a last-ditch effort to have his 2021 conviction overturned.  November 21st 2024   ---  Please Like, Comment and Follow 'The Ray Appleton Show' on all platforms:   ---    'The Ray Appleton Show' is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts.    ---  'The Ray Appleton Show'   Weekdays 11 AM -2 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 KMJ    | Website  | Facebook | Podcast |   -  Everything KMJ   KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matt breaks down the fourth branch of government and gives you his insight on what he thinks took place behind the withdrawn nomination of Matt Gaetz for AG. Alejandro Mayorkas and Christopher Wray refuse to testify before a Senate Committee on Terrorism Threats to the U.S. Jussie Smollett hate crime hoax overturned by radical Illinois Supreme Court. Texas offers President-elect Donald Trump 1400 acre ranch for mass deportation program. 

In this episode of Hollywood Live, Tanya Hart brings you the latest buzz from Hollywood and beyond. Olympic champion Simone Biles joins Snoop Dogg on an upcoming episode of The Voice, airing Monday. As a mentor in the playoff round, Biles teams up with Snoop to inspire contestants vying for a spot in the finals, emphasizing confidence as the key to success. It's also a showdown at the box office this weekend with Wicked and Gladiator II battling it out, echoing last year's “Barbenheimer” phenomenon. Tanya shares her enchantment with Wicked, praising its story and cinematic beauty. In other big news, Viola Davis is set to receive the prestigious Cecil B. DeMille Award at the 2025 Golden Globes, honoring her illustrious career and EGOT status. Tanya celebrates this well-deserved accolade for one of Hollywood's finest. The episode wraps up with the Illinois Supreme Court overturning Jussie Smollett's conviction, clearing the actor of charges related to staging a 2019 attack. Tanya reflects on the case and its impact while wishing Jussie a brighter future. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Illinois Supreme Court overturned the convictions of former “Empire” actor Jussie Smollett on Thursday, according to the Chicago Tribune. The court ruled that retrying Smollett after the Cook County State's Attorney's Office dropped charges against him violated his rights. The decision ends years of legal battles surrounding Smollett's 2019 claim of being attacked in Chicago, which was later deemed a hoax. Smollett was convicted in 2021 on five counts of disorderly conduct and sentenced to 150 days in jail, probation, and restitution. However, due to ongoing appeals, he has not served the sentence. Central to his case was the argument that the dropped charges constituted an agreement with prosecutors, making the subsequent retrial unjust. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pags analyzes the Illinois Supreme Court's decision to overturn Jussie Smollett's conviction for staging a hate crime, exploring the legal implications and public reactions. Additionally, Tracy Beanz joins to discuss the latest developments in the Diddy controversy, providing insights into the allegations and their potential impact. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jason Kelce was verbally attacked by a lunatic autograph seeker. Jussie Smollet's conviction was overturned by the Illinois Supreme Court. Plus, Jonathan Major's ex girlfriend has dropped her lawsuit against him. Hosts: Charlie Cotton & Charlie Neff Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jussie Smollett's conviction is overturned by Illinois Supreme Court, Nikki Haley goes scorched earth on Tulsi Gabbard, and Ex-Israeli minister Ayelet Shaked's visa is banned in Australia. Head to https://www.clubcandace.com to check out our Black Friday bundle deals! Nimi Skincare Save 15% on your routine subscription + 5% additional using code 'CANDACE' at checkout + FREE gift every 3rd order. http://www.Nimiskincare.com The Wellness Company Go to https://twc.health/candace and use code Candace to save up to $40 plus free shipping. Seven Weeks Coffee Save up to 25% with promo code 'CANDACE' at http://www.sevenweekscoffee.com/Candace Candace on Apple Podcasts: https://t.co/Pp5VZiLXbq Candace on Spotify: https://t.co/16pMuADXuT Candace on Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/RealCandaceO Subscribe to Club Candace: https://www.clubcandace.com Join The Candace Community on Locals: https://candace.locals.com #CandaceShow #Candace #CandaceOwens #News #Politics #Culture #PopCulture Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Former Florida Representative Matt Gaetz withdrew from consideration for attorney general shortly before new CNN reporting on him was due to be published. We'll tell you how some Palestinian leaders are reacting to news of the International Criminal Court's arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benajmin Netanyahu. President Joe Biden's administration has announced new sanctions against Russia's third largest bank, among others. The Illinois Supreme Court has overturned an actor's controversial conviction on five counts of disorderly conduct. Plus, a volcano in Iceland has erupted... again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2 Segment 1 Tony starts the second hour of the show continuing to talk about Matt Gaetz withdrawing his name from attorney general.  Hour 2 Segment 2 Tony talks more about Jay Leno falling down a hill in the Pittsburgh area, leaving the left side of his face black and blue.   Hour 2 Segment 3 Tony talks about job cuts and breaking down the blue wall polls.  Hour 2 Segment 4 Tony wraps up the second hour of the show talking about Jussie Smollett's conviction being overturned by the Illinois Supreme Court. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 Segment 1 Tony starts another edition of the show talking about of the left's meltdown for every Donald Trump cabinet pick. Tony Katz also talks about Nikki Haley, Van Jones, and Pete Buttigieg.   Hour 1 Segment 2 Tony talks about Alejandro Mayorkas and Christopher Wray skipping an end-of-the-year public hearing tomorrow.   Hour 1 Segment 3 Tony talks about the breaking news of Matt Gaetz withdrawing his name from attorney general. Tony also talks about who should replace Gaetz.   Hour 1 Segment 4 Tony wraps up the first hour of the show talking Chinese ship that had undersea data cables ruptured, and it was monitored by the Danish military.   Hour 2 Segment 1 Tony starts the second hour of the show continuing to talk about Matt Gaetz withdrawing his name from attorney general.  Hour 2 Segment 2 Tony talks more about Jay Leno falling down a hill in the Pittsburgh area, leaving the left side of his face black and blue.   Hour 2 Segment 3 Tony talks about job cuts and breaking down the blue wall polls.  Hour 2 Segment 4 Tony wraps up the second hour of the show talking about Jussie Smollett's conviction being overturned by the Illinois Supreme Court.  Hour 3 Segment 1 Tony starts the final hour of the show talking more about Matt Gaetz's withdrawal and Donald Trump's response. He also talks about Gaetz's and Pete Hegseth sexual assault allegations.   Hour 3 Segment 2 Tony talks about who could replace Gaetz and the ICC issuing arrest warrants for Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant for Gaza “war crimes”.   Hour 3 Segment 3 Tony talks about David Hogg wanting to get into Democratic politics.   Hour 3 Segment 4 Tony wraps up another edition of the show talking about large scale firings from DOGE.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AP correspondent Margie Szaroleta reports on the Illinois Supreme Court overturning the conviction for former “Empire” actor Jussie Smollett on Thursday.

Volunteers bring awareness to youth homelessness; Jussie Smollett conviction overturned by Illinois Supreme Court, and more.

Text Cannabis Man! In this heartfelt episode, Don opens with a dedication to his grandmother and dives into the latest cannabis industry news. The News Joint Wrap covers the new online portal for cannabis business license renewals and reviews Illinois' sales numbers for July and August. Upcoming events and recent product reviews are shared, including the Beboe Cloud 9 blend gummies in Sparkling Pear flavor. The episode's highlight is an interview with Ernest Toney, Founder & CEO of Bipocann, discussing how the company aids social equity and minority entrepreneurs in the cannabis space. Don wraps up with news on the Illinois Supreme Court ruling regarding cannabis smell and new studies on cannabis use's impact on parenting and memory. He also shares his own experiences as a new parent, inviting listeners to share their thoughts. Tune in for an episode packed with insights, reviews, and important cannabis conversations. Support the showThank you for listening!Follow the show on Facebook, YouTube, Twitter and Instagram!Interested in advertising? Email host@cannabismanpodcast.com!Thinking of starting a podcast? Host with Buzzsprout!

Let us know what you think of this episode with a text!With the shifting opinions and laws regarding the criminalization of marijuana possession in the United States, there have been some significant changes to several societal norms that impact the status-quo of public safety for both cops and the communities that we serve.So on this episode, we discuss the implications of recent case law provided by the Illinois Supreme Court that changes the conditions of some of the probable cause previously used by the police to detect criminal activity associated  with cannabis consumption.Email: 3copstalk@gmail.comWebsite: https://www.3copstalk.comYoutube: https://youtube.com/channel/UCFWKMerhChCE6_s5yFqc4awFacebook: 3 Cops Talk | FacebookInstagram: https://instagram.com/3copstalk?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

Illinois Republicans called on Democrats to “end dangerous rhetoric” after an apparent second Trump assassination attempt, while the Illinois Supreme Court heard challenges to the state's assault weapons ban. Reset goes behind the headlines of those stories and much more in our Weekly News Recap with Chicago Tribune investigative reporter Ray Long, ABC7 News anchor Ravi Baichwal, and WBEZ city government and politics reporter Tessa Weinberg. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.

Former TV actor Jussie Smollett takes his case to Illinois' highest court, seeking to overturn a conviction tied to a staged hate crime. A woman in California is arrested for allegedly stabbing her boyfriend to death in their home after initially claiming two robbers were responsible. Drew Nelson reports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Watch The X22 Report On Video No videos found Click On Picture To See Larger Picture The green new scam continues to fall apart. Newsom is now heading to trial because he blocked drilling permits. Under Trump gas prices never went above $3, under Biden gas prices never dropped below $3. The [CB] is demonizing alternative currency any way they can. The [DS] is panicking, the evidence is against them, so Obama and Clinton are now pushing Biden, this will fail just like everything else. Trump is winning on the issues, but the real reason they are doing this is because they need the money to cheat. The people need to prepare for the final battle, chaos and war is headed our way and the [DS] will try to scare the people, but the people will see through their lies just like everything else.   (function(w,d,s,i){w.ldAdInit=w.ldAdInit||[];w.ldAdInit.push({slot:13499335648425062,size:[0, 0],id:"ld-7164-1323"});if(!d.getElementById(i)){var j=d.createElement(s),p=d.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];j.async=true;j.src="//cdn2.customads.co/_js/ajs.js";j.id=i;p.parentNode.insertBefore(j,p);}})(window,document,"script","ld-ajs"); Economy Newsom Admin Heads To Trial With Whistleblower Who Claims He Was Ordered To Illegally Reject Drilling Permits: REPORT Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom's administration will reportedly head to trial April 1 with a whistleblower who claims he was ordered to illegally reject oil-well drilling permits. Uduak-Joe Ntuk, the former head of the California Geologic Energy Management Division (CalGEM), alleged that he was “forced and coerced to resign” from his position nine days after filing a complaint with the state on January 4, 2023, National Review reported. https://twitter.com/SteveGuest/status/1773004892862296360?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E1773004892862296360%7Ctwgr%5E4f8067d0bbf25d2a6f3c6fdbd6ccf3a9e3520baa%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fdailycaller.com%2F2024%2F03%2F27%2Fnewsom-admin-trial-whistleblower-claims-oil-drilling-permits%2F Newsom's administration allegedly demanded that Ntuk stop issuing new oil-well drilling permits “without statutory authority or regulations,” according to the former CalGEM head's lawsuit filed in Sept. 2023, National Review reported. Ntuk said he defied the order of Newsom's administration to enforce S.B. 1137, which was placed on hold until an upcoming referendum vote in Nov. 2024. The law, signed by Newsom on Sept. 16, 2022, prevented new wells from being drilled within 3,200 feet of homes, schools and other “sensitive” locations, according to the outlet. (  Source: dailycaller.com  Developing: Russia Says Moscow Theater Terrorists Received Funding from Ukraine – Via Cryptocurrency   Russia reported on Thursday the Moscow theater terrorists received their financial backing from Ukraine – which could possibly mean the US was involved. Russia Today reported: The suspects in last week's Moscow terrorist attack were linked to Ukrainian nationalists, the Russian Investigative Committee stated on Thursday, citing preliminary findings. The perpetrators had received “significant sums of money” from Ukraine, the law enforcement agency said. The investigators have obtained “substantiated evidence” that the suspected assailants received funding from Ukraine in the form of cryptocurrency, which was then used to prepare the terrorist attack, the statement read.     Source: thegatewaypundit.com https://twitter.com/innercitypress/status/1773340043744010640 Political/Rights Jussie Smollett Hate Hoax Conviction Appeal to Be Heard by Illinois Supreme Court Former Empire star Jussie Smollett is taking the appeal of his criminal conviction all the way to the Illinois Supreme Court. A lower appellate court had already upheld his convictions for his report of a hate crime.