On Sandy Hook anniversary, U.S. activists call for gun restrictions
(Reuters) – U.S. gun control activists called for expanded background checks for firearms purchasers and for a ban on sales to people on federal watch lists on Monday, in a protest marking the third anniversary of the massacre at a Connecticut elementa…
New York lawyer convicted of Maxim magazine deal fraud
NEW YORK (Reuters) – A New York lawyer was found guilty on Monday of engaging in a fraud in which a con man impersonated his successful father in order to raise money to buy Maxim magazine.
Chicago teachers’ union votes to authorize a strike
CHICAGO (Reuters) – Chicago public school teachers have voted overwhelmingly to authorize a strike, preparing for what could be the second walkout at the financially troubled system in less than four years and adding to pressures on Mayor Rahm Emanuel….
Israeli spy Pollard wins further review of U.S. parole conditions
NEW YORK (Reuters) – A U.S. judge on Monday ordered a federal commission to provide further justification for subjecting former Israeli spy Jonathan Pollard to restrictive probation conditions following his release last month from prison after 30 years…
Maryland man charged with trying to support Islamic State
(Reuters) – A Maryland man has been charged with attempting to provide material support to Islamic State, the Justice Department said on Monday, becoming the latest of more than 70 people arrested by U.S. law enforcement authorities for suspected ties …
Chicago police used excessive force on man dragged by handcuffs: judge
CHICAGO (Reuters) – Chicago police used excessive force on a black man who died after he was dragged by handcuffs out of his cell and down a hallway three years ago, a federal judge ruled on Monday.
Mayor of Georgia city dies from gunshot wound during domestic dispute
ATLANTA (Reuters) – The mayor of a small city in northern Georgia died after he was shot during a domestic disturbance with his wife, state investigators said on Monday.
Texas plumber sues dealer after company pickup appears in Syria militant photo
SAN ANTONIO (Reuters) – A Texas plumber whose company pickup truck with logo and name clearly visible appeared in a photograph of a militant wielding an anti-aircraft weapon in Syria has sued the dealer he sold it to, saying the harassment it generated…
Chicago police commander acquitted of battery
CHICAGO (Reuters) – A Chicago police commander who had been praised for his work in high-crime areas was found not guilty on Monday of battery for putting a gun in a suspect’s mouth.
National Guard member pleads guilty in plot to attack Illinois base
CHICAGO (Reuters) – An Illinois National Guard member pleaded guilty on Monday to plotting with his cousin to attack a military installation as part of a conspiracy to support Islamic State, a spokesman for federal prosecutors said.
