Fairness

Local Attorney Joshua L. Potter Announces Candidacy for Circuit Judge, Aims to Bring Trust and Fairness to 8th Judicial District

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Texarkana, Arkansas – Local attorney Joshua L. Potter has announced his intention to run for the position of Circuit Judge for the 8th Judicial District South, Division 2, which oversees cases in Miller and Lafayette Counties. The seat is set to become available following the retirement of Judge Brent Haltom, who has held the role since January 1, 2011. The upcoming election will take place on March 3, 2026. With more than 15 years of legal practice in both state and federal courts across Arkansas and Texas, Potter is seeking to bring a wealth of … Read more

California Judge Halts Sweeping Immigration Raids, Advocating for Fairness in Enforcement

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A federal judge has ordered a temporary halt to broad immigration enforcement operations across California, addressing concerns over indiscriminate enforcement practices that may violate individuals’ rights. U.S. District Judge Jon S. Tigar’s ruling reflects a growing scrutiny of tactics used by immigration authorities, particularly following complaints from various advocacy groups. The decision follows a series of raids and apprehensions that critics argue disproportionately affect vulnerable communities. They maintain that such operations create an atmosphere of fear and disrupt lives, often targeting individuals without clear ties to criminal activity. The judge’s intervention appears to acknowledge these … Read more

Tax Breaks for Sports Tycoons: A Last-Minute Victory Amid Trump’s Fairness Push

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Washington, D.C. — A significant tax provision impacting sports team owners has been eliminated as a major spending bill transitioned from the House to the Senate. Initially included in the House version, the provision would have limited the ability of sports owners to fully deduct the value of intangible assets like player contracts and media rights over a 15-year period. However, the final legislation signed into law does not feature this measure. Sources indicate that while the Senate’s modifications removed this particular adjustment, the House did not reinstate it in their negotiations. The proposed change … Read more

Manhattan Welcomes Sarah Smith Barr as New Municipal Court Judge, Promising a Legacy of Fairness and Justice

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MANHATTAN, Kan. — The city has appointed Sarah Smith Barr as its new Municipal Court Judge, a transition announced by City Manager Danielle Dulin last week. Barr steps into the role following the retirement of James R. Kepple, who served in the position for three years and concluded his tenure on June 30. Barr brings over two decades of legal experience to the bench, having recently retired from her role as Student Legal Services Attorney at Kansas State University, where she worked for 23 years. In her new position, she will oversee all cases adjudicated … Read more