Crime, Law and Justice

Superior residents file class action lawsuit against Husky Energy
A class action lawsuit has been filed in federal court against Husky Energy in response to an explosion and series of fires at the company's Superior oil refinery in April that caused a temporary evacuation of the city and prompted 36 people to seek medical care.
Rancorous, partisan start for Kavanaugh high court hearing
Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh promised Tuesday to be a "team player" if confirmed to the closely divided court, declaring that he will be a "pro-law judge" who won't decide cases based on his personal views.
What to watch for as senators consider Kavanaugh nomination
Republicans who mostly back President Trump's pick are focusing on Kavanaugh's 12-year career as an appellate court judge. Democrats are expected to take a more pointed tack, grilling the 53-year-old conservative on hot-button issues that could swing the court's majority rightward.
Chinese businessman leaves country as investigation into sexual misconduct continues
The billionaire founder of the Beijing-based e-commerce site JD.com was arrested in Minneapolis on suspicion of criminal sexual conduct, jail records show.
Mother of Parkland victim wins school board seat: 'I won't stop' until kids are safe
Lori Alhadeff's mission is to make all U.S. schools safe, starting with Broward County, Fla. After her daughter was killed in February's mass shooting, politics has become her vehicle for change.