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Ryan P. Phillips Announces Bid for Circuit Judge in Arkansas, Aiming to Uphold Judicial Legacy

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Magnolia, Arkansas — Judge Ryan P. Phillips has declared his candidacy for the position of Circuit Judge for the 5th Division of the 13th Judicial District of Arkansas. His announcement follows his recent appointment by Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders as Circuit Court Judge for Division 3, set to take effect on January 1, 2024, succeeding the retiring Judge Edwin Keaton. Before his current role, Phillips served as the District Court Judge for the 39th Judicial District. He boasts a comprehensive legal background, having been a Deputy Prosecuting Attorney for the 13th Judicial District from 2007 … Read more

Tribeca Festival 2025 Announces Star-Studded Jury Panel to Celebrate Film and Audio Innovation

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New York City — The Tribeca Festival has announced a distinguished jury lineup for its 2025 edition, which will run from June 4 to June 15 in New York City. This year’s festival features an impressive array of personalities, including Oscar winners, cult icons, and top industry talents who will help identify emerging voices in film, gaming, and audio storytelling. Among the prominent jurors are notable figures such as Kyle MacLachlan, Jennifer Beals, Matthew Broderick, Mira Sorvino, and Barack Ahmed. They are tasked with selecting winners across 15 categories during the festival. The panel will … Read more

Longtime Allen Superior Court Judge Andrea Trevino Announces Departure for Private Sector, Celebrates Impact on Families and Youth

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FORT WAYNE, Ind. – Allen Superior Court Judge Andrea Trevino will resign from her position in September as she prepares to transition into the private sector. Trevino has dedicated over ten years to public service within the county’s judiciary, serving as both a magistrate and a judge. Appointed a magistrate in 2013 by former Judge Thomas J. Felts, Trevino has focused much of her career on championing the wellbeing of families and children in Allen County. Felts remarked on her commitment, highlighting that her work has been driven by a desire to make a positive … Read more

President Announces Major Shift in Civil Rights Enforcement, Aims to Eliminate Disparate-Impact Liability to Uphold Meritocracy

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WASHINGTON — With a new executive order, President Donald Trump has taken a significant step aimed at changing how laws around civil rights are enforced in the United States. Announced on April 23, 2025, the order seeks to eliminate the use of disparate-impact liability, a legal theory used to address hidden biases in systems irrespective of intent, which the Trump administration argues contradicts the Constitution and American values centered on equality of opportunity. The executive directive posits that a fundamental American principle is that all citizens are to be treated equally under the law, promoting … Read more