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Wednesday, May 08, 2013  Judge in New York rips government for opposing his order giving broader access to morning-after pill

Wednesday, February 02, 2011  Despite judge's ruling, key players move ahead to put health care overhaul in place.

Tuesday, February 01, 2011  Updated with video. US judge says Obama's entire health plan unconstitutional; case destined for Supreme Court.

Monday, January 24, 2011  The man accused of carrying out a mass shooting in Arizona pleaded not guilty Monday to charges he tried to kill Democratic Rep. Gabrielle Giffords and two of her aides.

Friday, January 14, 2011  John Roll, the federal judge killed in the Arizona shooting rampage, was remembered as man devoted to family, faith and fairness.

Tuesday, January 11, 2011  Updated with more photos of Loughner, related links and video. Suspect in Arizona shooting appears in court to face attempted assassination charge.

Monday, January 10, 2011  Arizona man charged in assassination try, killings may seek Unabomber lawyer; court hearing set

Saturday, January 08, 2011  Updated with new story, video, additional photos. A gunman nearly unloaded a semiautomatic weapon at a busy supermarket Saturday during a public gathering for Rep. Gabrielle Giffords.

Saturday, January 08, 2011  In Tucson, Arizona, Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords (D-AZ) remains heavily sedated and in critical condition at the UMC University Hospital, Sunday. Six people died and 13 others were injured when Loughner allegedly opened fire as Giffords held a meet and greet with constituents outside a Safeway grocery store in Tucson, Saturday.

Saturday, January 08, 2011  Official tells AP that federal judge shot to death in attack in Arizona

Tuesday, December 21, 2010  A federal judge has ruled that former Illinois Gov. George Ryan must remain in prison.

Monday, December 20, 2010  The U.S. Senate has unanimously voted to confirm Chicago federal prosecutor Edmond Chang for a seat on the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Illinois.

Friday, November 19, 2010  Federal judge in Georgia who faces drug, gun charges scheduled to plead guilty to some counts

Friday, October 29, 2010  Religious groups, retirees warn of conflicts for military chaplains if 'don't ask' is repealed

Tuesday, October 19, 2010  Military recruiters told to accept gay applicants, as gov't appeals court decision