Disney updates lawsuit against DeSantis to add new events, including monorail oversight

Disney on Monday amended its free speech lawsuit against Gov. Ron DeSantis to add recent developments in the tit-for-tat fight between the entertainment giant and the Florida governor, such as a new law granting the state unprecedented authority to inspect a monorail system at Disney World.

Closing arguments start for columnist's claims against Trump

A jury is hearing closing arguments from a lawyer for the advice columnist who says Donald Trump sexually attacked her in a department store in 1996.

Long Island school district accused of turning its back on bullying

New allegations against the Central Islip School District accuse officials of allowing a 13-year-old girl to be bullied with repeated threats that led her to have suicidal thoughts.

Speculation, expectations precede Trump's unsealed indictment Tuesday

While the world waits to learn the formal charges District Attorney Alvin Bragg will announce Tuesday against former President Donald Trump, sources close to the issue predict dozens of counts against him.

Trump supporters gather in Long Island at DeSantis rally

The Florida governor, who was in town Saturday to promote his new book, has so far not announced a presidential run.

Law enforcement prepares for possible crowds ahead of Trump surrender

Multiple law enforcement agencies, including the NYPD, US Secret Service, US Marshals, and New York State Court Officers, are coordinating ahead of former President Donald Trump's expected surrender next week.

Book publishers file suit against Internet Archive over free digital library

Publishing companies have sued the Internet Archive, alleging that the Archive's e-book digital lending is actually "willful digital piracy."

Here is the status of the Donald Trump investigations

The former president faces legal woes with several ongoing criminal investigations, and here is where things stand in those cases.

NY cannabis agencies sued by medical marijuana providers

The lawsuit filed claims that state cannabis regulators exceeded their legal authority when they opened up the first batch of applications in August only to people with past pot convictions or their relatives, instead of to everyone.

Former Cuomo aide alleging sexual harassment sues New York

Charlotte Bennett filed a complaint in state court in Manhattan saying the state of New York is liable for Cuomo’s sexual harassment and for the actions of his top aides, who failed to take corrective action once she reported it.

Gabby Petito case: Judge to decide if 'burn after reading' letter will be allowed as evidence

The trial in the civil case filed by the parents of Gabby Petito against the parents of Brian Laundrie has been pushed back to spring 2024, but first, the judge has to decide on two key parts of the potential trial.

California bill would eventually ban all tobacco sales

Some California lawmakers want to eventually ban all tobacco sales, filing legislation to make it illegal to sell cigarettes and other products to anyone born after Jan. 1, 2007.

House reportedly asked to investigate George Santos' marriage

Letters submitted to the House Ethics Committee are reportedly questioning whether Congressman George Santos' 7-year marriage to a Brazilian woman was just a scheme to aid her immigration bid, according to the New York Times.

Rep. George Santos accused of puppy theft in 2017

Rep. Santos was charged with theft in Pennsylvania after more than $15,000 in bad checks in his name were given to dog breeders for "puppies."

Celsius settlement: You could receive up to $250 in settlement against energy drink maker

Anyone who has purchased Celsius energy drinks or its powdered energy packets within the last seven years could be eligible for up to $250, part of a settlement in a class-action lawsuit that was brought against the company in March 2019.

Reports: New grand jury in NY examining Trump hush money

Multiple news reports say Manhattan prosecutors have convened a new grand jury to hear evidence in a probe of payments made to keep two women quiet about alleged affairs with former President Donald Trump.

New York should pay Cuomo's legal fees in suit, judge rules

A judge has ruled that New York state should pay former Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s legal bills as he defends himself against a lawsuit accusing him of sexually harassing a state trooper.