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IndyBar: Your Community is Calling! Support the Indianapolis Bar Foundation’s Mission

July 16, 2024 | Bryssa Helton and From IndyBar

The IndyBar Foundation is a direct representation of the care association members, like you, have for our community. When was the last time you attended a foundation fundraiser or shared our story with a colleague on your social channels? How long has it been since you’ve donated your time and skills to a foundation committee or volunteer program? When did you last donate? Here are all the ways you can support the IndyBar Foundation right now:

Court of Appeals reverses, finds Munoz is winner of 2023 Columbus City Council race

July 16, 2024 | Daniel Carson

The Bartholomew County Republican Party failed to file a notice of caucus in a timely manner for one of its 2023 Columbus City Council candidates and his candidacy should be nullified, the Indiana Court of Appeals ruled in reversing a lower court’s decision.

Federal Trade Commission warns franchisors against using deceptive practices on franchisees

July 16, 2024 | IL Staff

The Federal Trade Commission is warning franchisors to avoid “unfair and deceptive practices” against franchisees in an effort to ensure the franchise business model is a ladder of opportunity for honest small business owners.

Rokita takes campaign fundraising lead

July 16, 2024 | Alexa Shrake

Campaign finance reports for the Indiana Attorney General race were due Monday to the Indiana Secretary of State and show Republican incumbent Todd Rokita still leading in fundraising. He has more than $1.3 million in the coffers ahead of the general election.

US journalist Gershkovich scheduled to appear in Russian court for the second hearing of spy charges

July 16, 2024 | Associated Press

Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich is scheduled to appear in court in Russia on Thursday for the second hearing in his trial on espionage charges that he, his employer and the U.S. government vehemently deny.

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. files with state for Indiana ballot

July 16, 2024 | Indiana Capital Chronicle

Third-party presidential candidate and controversial figure Robert F. Kennedy Jr. apparently has submitted enough signatures for the Indiana Election Division to certify his candidacy, meaning Kennedy will likely appear on the November ballot as an option for Hoosiers.

Federal judge dismisses Trump classified documents case over concerns with prosecutor’s appointment

July 16, 2024 | Associated Press

A federal judge in Florida has dismissed the classified documents case against former President Donald Trump, siding with defense lawyers who said the special counsel who filed the charges was illegally appointed by the Justice Department. Hours later, special counsel Jack Smith’s office said it would appeal the order, which could result in it eventually being overturned by a higher court. But for now at least, the dismissal Monday by U.S. District Judge Aileen Cannon brings a stunning and abrupt halt to a criminal case that at the time it was filed was widely regarded as the most perilous of all the legal threats the Republican former president confronted.

Trump picks Sen. JD Vance of Ohio, a once-fierce critic turned loyal ally, as his GOP running mate

July 15, 2024 | Associated Press

Donald Trump has selected Sen. JD Vance of Ohio as his Republican running mate. Vance swept to national prominence with his bestselling memoir, “Hillbilly Elegy.” Vance was a vocal opponent of Trump during the 2016 presidential election but changed his position, arguing he was proved wrong by Trump’s performance in office.

7th Circuit Court affirms lower court’s dismissal of lawsuit against loan servicer, bank

July 15, 2024 | Maura Johnson

The 7th Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed a district court’s dismissal of Fair Credit Reporting Act and Fair Debt Collection Practices Act violations after the plaintiff failed to state an FCRA claim and lacked standing to bring an FDCPA claim.

Public comments open for recommendations on death penalty rule, state to address mental illness defense for death row inmate

July 15, 2024 | Alexa Shrake

The Commission on Court Appointed Attorneys is requesting public comment on recommendations to the state’s death penalty rule.

Federal judge dismisses Trump classified documents case over concerns with prosecutor’s appointment

July 15, 2024 | Associated Press

The federal judge presiding over the classified documents case of former President Donald Trump in Florida dismissed the prosecution on Monday, siding with defense lawyers who said the special counsel who filed the charges was illegally appointed.

Second phase of NRA civil trial over nonprofit’s spending set to open in NYC

July 15, 2024 | Associated Press

The second phase of the civil trial against the National Rifle Association and its top executives is set to begin Monday in Manhattan, with New York Attorney General Letitia James seeking an independent monitor to oversee the powerful gun rights group.

The Secret Service is investigating how a man who shot and injured Trump was able to get so close

July 15, 2024 | Associated Press

The U.S. Secret Service is investigating how a gunman armed with an AR-style rifle was able to get close enough to shoot and injure former President Donald Trump at a rally Saturday in Pennsylvania, in a devastating failure of one of the agency’s core duties.

In prime-time address, Biden asks Americans to reject political violence and ‘cool it down’

July 15, 2024 | Associated Press

President Joe Biden on Sunday urged Americans to reject political violence and recommit themselves to resolving their differences peacefully, saying the upcoming presidential election will be a “time of testing” in the aftermath of the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump.

Authorities hunt for clues, but motive of man who tried to assassinate Donald Trump remains elusive

July 15, 2024 | Associated Press

Investigators are hunting for any clues about what may have driven Thomas Matthew Crooks to try to assassinate former President Donald Trump. The FBI said Sunday it was investigating the assassination attempt as a potential act of domestic terrorism.

Wells receives Democratic nomination for Indiana attorney general

July 13, 2024 | Alexa Shrake

Destiny Wells will battle Republican incumbent Todd Rokita for the top legal officer position in the state after receiving the delegate nomination at Saturday’s state party convention.

Indianapolis accountant pleads guilty to defrauding IRS of millions

July 12, 2024 | IL Staff

An Indianapolis CPA faces up to three years in prison after he pleaded guilty to assisting in the preparation of false tax returns on behalf of clients who participated in an illegal tax shelter.

AG Rokita sues Monroe County over ‘sanctuary city’ policies

July 12, 2024 | Alexa Shrake

Just days after filing a lawsuit against the City of East Chicago, Indiana’s Office of the Attorney General is now suing Monroe County over its local immigration policy.

Indiana death row inmate’s lawyers say mental illness should preclude him from execution

July 12, 2024 | Indiana Capital Chronicle

Attorneys for Indiana death row inmate Joseph Corcoran appealed the state’s request for an execution date on Thursday, maintaining that he is “unquestionably seriously mentally ill” and therefore should not be subject to the death penalty.

Appeals court says some NCAA athletes might qualify as employees under federal wage laws

July 12, 2024 | Associated Press

College athletes whose efforts primarily benefit their schools might qualify as employees deserving of pay under federal wage-and-hour laws, a U.S. appeals court ruled Thursday in a setback to the NCAA.

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