Perdomo Ulloa v. Bondi - Immigration Removal Proceedings

The Fourth Circuit denied petitions for review, holding that a conviction for an offense carrying a maximum sentence of twelve months qualifies as a crime for which a sentence of one year or longer may be imposed under immigration law. This renders Oscar Rene Perdomo Ulloa ineligible for cancellation of removal.

United States v. Gary Lee Hodges - Affirmance of Conviction

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed Gary Lee Hodges' conviction and sentence for attempted enticement of a minor. The court ruled that the term "minor" in the relevant sentencing guidelines includes fictitious minors, upholding the district court's application of enhancements and the 324-month sentence.

US v. Marcus Taylor - Affirmation of Post-Conviction Relief Denial

The Fourth Circuit affirmed a district court's denial of Marcus Taylor's motion for post-conviction relief under 28 U.S.C. § 2255. Taylor's convictions stem from his involvement with the Gun Trace Task Force. The appellate court found no error in the district court's procedural or substantive decisions.

AG Tong Criticizes PURA Approval of Aquarion Water Authority Sale

Connecticut Attorney General William Tong criticized the Public Utilities Regulatory Authority's (PURA) approval of the sale of Eversource-owned Aquarion Company to a new nonprofit, Aquarion Water Authority. The AG stated the sale will likely double household bills and reduce public oversight of water utility rates and consumer protections, despite widespread opposition.

Florida AG Warns NFL on Race-Based Hiring

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has issued a warning to the National Football League (NFL) regarding its race-based hiring policies. The AG's office contends these policies violate Florida's Civil Rights Act and has sent a letter to NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell outlining these concerns.

Supreme Judicial Court Rules on Attorney's Fees in Anti-SLAPP Statute Cases

The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court ruled that the Appeals Court erred in reducing an attorney's fee award under the anti-SLAPP statute. The court clarified that fee awards for anti-SLAPP work should not be reduced based on the monetary value of underlying claims for which fees were not sought.

Hyden-Leslie Water District Motion to Close Proceedings

The Kentucky Public Service Commission (PUC) issued an order on March 25, 2026, granting the Hyden-Leslie Water District's motion to close proceedings. The district requested closure after exhausting surcharge proceeds and fulfilling reporting requirements related to water loss reduction efforts.

Hyden-Leslie Water District Surcharge Compliance Order

The Kentucky Public Service Commission has issued an order closing the monitoring proceeding for the Hyden-Leslie Water District's surcharge. The district has completed its surcharge collection and expended all proceeds for authorized purposes, leading to the closure of the docket and relief from reporting requirements.

PSC Requests Information from Kentucky Utilities Company

The Kentucky Public Service Commission (PSC) has issued a second request for information to Kentucky Utilities Company (KU) regarding its Environmental Surcharge Mechanism for the billing period ending October 31, 2025. KU is required to explain discrepancies in reported revenues for June and July 2025.

LG&E Information Request Deadline

The Kentucky Public Service Commission has issued a second request for information to Louisville Gas and Electric Company (LG&E) regarding its environmental surcharge mechanism. LG&E is required to file the requested information electronically by April 13, 2026.