Sandra Day O'Connor laid to rest
Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, the Arizona rancher's daughter who became a voice of moderate conservatism as the first woman on the U.S. Supreme Court, was memorialized by President Joe Biden on Tuesday as a pioneer in the legal world who inspired generations of women.
Justice Sandra Day O'Connor, 1st woman to serve on Supreme Court, honored as trailblazer
The first woman to serve on the nation’s highest court lay in repose at the Supreme Court on Monday.
Supreme Court to take up restrictions on abortion pill mifepristone
Mifepristone is one of two drugs used in medication abortions, which account for more than half of all abortions in the United States.
Supreme Court to hear case that could undo Capitol riot charge against hundreds, including Trump
The obstruction charge has been brought against more than 300 defendants in the massive federal prosecution following the deadly insurrection at the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.
Supreme Court hears a case that holds sweeping ramifications for the US tax code
The Supreme Court has taken up a case that could reshape US tax law – and ban a wealth tax.
Sandra Day O'Connor to lie in repose at U.S. Supreme Court
Funeral plans have been announced for late Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor.
Supreme Court grapples with OxyContin maker's bankruptcy deal, with billions of dollars at stake
The Supreme Court is wrestling with a nationwide settlement with OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma that would shield members of the Sackler family who own the company from civil lawsuits over the toll of opioids.
Sandra Day O'Connor: Arizona leaders remember nation's 1st female Supreme Court justice
Current and former political leaders in Arizona are remembering the life and legacy of Sandra Day O'Connor, an Arizona who became the first woman to serve as a U.S. Supreme Court justice.
Supreme Court says it will formally adopt a code of ethics for the first time
The Supreme Court is adopting its first code of ethics, in the face of sustained criticism over undisclosed trips and gifts from wealthy benefactors to some justices.
Supreme Court seems likely to preserve gun law that protects domestic violence victims
Liberal and conservative justices sounded persuaded by arguments from the Biden administration's top Supreme Court lawyer that the prohibition is in line with the longstanding practice of disarming dangerous people.
The Supreme Court seems likely to rule against 'Trump too small' trademark
The Supreme Court has signaled that it would rule against a man who wants to trademark the suggestive phrase “Trump too small.”
Justice Barrett supports idea of nation's highest court adopting formal code of conduct
U.S. Supreme Court Justice Amy Coney Barrett says it would be a good idea for the nation’s highest court to adopt a formal code of conduct.
Supreme Court to decide whether South Carolina targeted Black voters in redistricting
With Republicans holding a thin margin in the U.S. House, any change to competitive districts has a chance to alter the balance of power after the 2024 elections.
Supreme Court's new term commences Monday: What you need to know
Major cases await, as they always do, including several challenges to regulatory agencies and efforts to regulate social media platforms.
Supreme Court to decide if laws limiting social media platforms violate the Constitution
The justices will review laws enacted by Republican-dominated legislatures and signed by Republican governors in Florida and Texas.
Supreme Court to deliberate on the ambiguity of 'And' in criminal sentencing law
In particular, the justices will be examining a so-called safety valve provision that is meant to spare low-level, nonviolent drug dealers who agree to plead guilty and cooperate with prosecutors from having to face often longer mandatory sentences.
Judge again declares DACA unlawful, issue likely to go before Supreme Court
A federal judge has declared illegal a revised version of a federal policy that prevents the deportation of hundreds of thousands of immigrants brought to the U.S. as children.
Mexico’s Supreme Court decriminalizes abortion nationwide
The sweeping decision comes amid a trend in Latin America loosening restrictions on abortion even as access has been limited in the United States.
Coach Joe Kennedy teases his next act after his Supreme Court victory and return to football
There may be bigger things in store for Coach Joe Kennedy, assistant football coach in Bremerton, Washington, after his triumphant return to the high school football field following his Supreme Court victory in 2022 and his reinstatement to his coaching position earlier this year.
Justice Clarence Thomas reports he took 3 trips on Republican donor's plane last year
The filing comes amid a heightened focus on ethics at the high court that stems from a series of reports revealing that Thomas has for years received undisclosed expensive gifts, including international travel.