Crime, Law and Justice

State Department announces penalties in response to Jamal Khashoggi death
Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said some Saudis suspected in the journalist's death would have their visas to enter the U.S. revoked. Targeted sanctions against Saudis are also being discussed.
Lawsuit filed over highway shutdown during pipeline protest
Two members of the Standing Rock Sioux tribe and a reservation priest are suing over a five-month shutdown of a North Dakota highway during protests against the Dakota Access oil pipeline, saying the closure violated their and others' constitutional rights.
Turkish president: Saudis plotted writer's killing for days
Saudi officials murdered journalist Jamal Khashoggi in their Istanbul consulate after plotting his death for days, Turkey's president said Tuesday, contradicting Saudi Arabia's explanation that the writer was accidentally killed.
Authorities: Explosive device found near George Soros' home
An object that appeared to be an explosive device was found in a mailbox at the home of George Soros, the billionaire philanthropist who has donated heavily to liberal causes and is a frequent target of unfounded right-wing conspiracy theories.
Search expands for evidence in Wisconsin homicides and girl's disappearance
Up to 2,000 volunteers were expected to help authorities look for evidence Tuesday in the Barron, Wis., area. Meanwhile, authorities said they're looking for two cars in connection with Jayme Closs' disappearance.
Duluth City Council approves police gear spending, despite protests
Protesters wearing masks and bandannas shouted and chanted throughout the meeting, vowing to shut it down. But after a recess and without any discussion because of the noise, the council voted 6-2 to authorize the purchase.