Gay marriage amendment struck down in Louisiana
A state district judge invalidated a Louisiana constitutional amendment banning gay marriage for containing multiple purposes including civil unions. The ruling comes after the measure was approved by voters and faced appeals from supporters. A gay rights group challenged the amendment citing legal flaws and state law concerns.
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William Morvant
Michael Johnson
Forum For Equality
I-10 bridge reopens in Fla. Panhandle
Florida Panhandle traffic resumes as two lanes of the I-10 bridge near Pensacola reopen 17 days after a contract award and seven days ahead of schedule following Hurricane Ivan damage. Divers locate the truck driver’s body in Escambia Bay amid continued recovery and assessment.
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Ink expert found not guilty in perjury case
A federal jury acquitted Larry Stewart, a Secret Service scientist, of two counts of perjury after about seven hours of deliberation over two days. The verdict ends a case tied to Martha Stewart's trial. Stewart faced up to ten years in prison if convicted.
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Martha Stewart
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Larry Stewart
Thirty states poised to ban abortion if Roe overturned
The Center for Reproductive Rights says 30 states could ban abortion within a year if Roe v. Wade is overturned. It notes 18 states have legal barriers, with 21 at high risk and nine at middle risk, while 20 states would likely retain rights due to protections and legislatures. The report, dated before the presidential election, cites shifts in Supreme Court composition and political stances.
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