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North Carolina Attorney General Files $200 Million Lawsuit to Restore Crucial Infrastructure Funding Amid Federal Cuts

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Leland, N.C. — The North Carolina Attorney General, Jeff Jackson, is taking legal action against the federal government in response to significant funding losses experienced by over 60 local entities in the state. This follows the abrupt suspension of the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) program in April, leaving many communities in a financial bind. Among those affected is the Town of Leland, which reports a loss of more than $1.1 million. This funding was previously allocated to relocate a sewer lift station away from Sturgeon Creek, a project vital for environmental protection and … Read more

Legal Battles Unite: Summit’s Carbon Pipeline Controversy Faces Combined Lawsuits in North Dakota

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BISMARCK, N.D. — Two lawsuits challenging a proposed carbon pipeline have been consolidated by the North Dakota Public Service Commission. The decision marks a significant development in the ongoing legal battles surrounding energy infrastructure in the state. The lawsuits were brought by landowners who assert that the Summit Carbon Solutions pipeline poses a threat to their properties and the environment. The pipeline is designed to transport carbon dioxide from ethanol plants in several Midwest states to North Dakota, where it would be stored underground. Proponents argue that the project is crucial for reducing greenhouse gas … Read more

Navigating Heartbreak and Legal Hurdles: North Carolina Woman’s Journey for Abortion After Fetal Anomalies

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In Richmond, Virginia, a woman identified only as J faced a heartbreaking decision last February: to terminate her pregnancy. After weeks of ultrasounds and specialist consultations, she traveled four hours from eastern North Carolina to access abortion care, a journey necessitated by new state laws that impose severe restrictions on such medical procedures. Initially filled with anticipation for her first pregnancy, J and her husband had eagerly prepared for their baby, spending time setting up a nursery and attending ultrasounds. However, everything changed during a routine appointment when technicians detected multiple concerning abnormalities in their … Read more

North Dakota Lawmakers Deliberate Secretly on Lawsuit Amid Veto Misstep Threatening Housing Funds

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BISMARCK, N.D. — North Dakota’s legislative leaders are set to meet this week in a closed session to explore the possibility of a lawsuit following an error related to a veto by Governor Kelly Armstrong. The matter concerns significant missteps involving funding intended for housing initiatives, raising concerns about transparency and accountability among lawmakers. The interim Legislative Management Committee is considering the next steps, which could include legal action or the convening of a special session. The complications arose after Governor Armstrong mistakenly vetoed not only $150,000 earmarked for a Native American homeless liaison, but … Read more