Judge keeps Maricopa County sheriff’s office under oversight
A federal judge denied the Maricopa County sheriff’s office bid to end court oversight, citing ongoing gaps in compliance and unresolved bias in traffic-stop data.
Money Team Law Firm launched with Mayweather’s backing
Money Team Law Firm debuts as a 50-state attorney network promoted by Floyd Mayweather Jr., with questions about ownership and his ongoing legal cases.
Lake Mead water level hits all-time low amid river crisis

Lake Mead has fallen to a record low as the Colorado River system faces deepening strain. Federal officials outlined short-term measures and shared water cuts.
USDA to reopen Douglas Arizona port for Mexican cattle

USDA will reopen the Douglas Arizona port on Aug. 24 for live cattle imports from Mexico, with inspections and phased openings at Santa Teresa and Columbus to follow.
Arizona immigration law beats first court challenge

A federal judge declined to block the Arizona immigration law, ruling a migrant legal aid group lacked standing. A preliminary injunction request is still pending.