Trump Tells OPM to Take Direct Role in Disciplining Employees of Other Agencies; Focus on Suitability
WASHINGTON, D.C. (FEDweek) — President Trump has ordered OPM to take a direct role in disciplining employees of other agencies by invoking “suitability” considerations…
Domestic violence survivor speaks in support of proposed changes to state’s Discovery Law
ROCHESTER, NY (WHEC) — Proposed changes to New York’s Discovery Law could help domestic abuse survivors by ensuring alleged abusers face justice. The law, originally…
Teacher arrested on criminal possession of a weapon charges
GUILDERLAND, NY (WTEN) — Two arrests made in two Capital Region cities connected to one teacher. 53-year-old Akili-Abdul Duncan was arrested Thursday by the Guilderland…
Northville coach charged with harassment following hair-pulling video
NORTHVILLE, NY (WRGB) — An investigation is now underway following a now viral moment caught on camera at a girls High School basketball game. Former Northville coach Jim…
Fired Federal Workers Stuck in Limbo After Judges Order Return
WASHINGTON, D.C. (Bloomberg Law) — Thousands of probationary federal employees reinstated to their positions via court orders aren’t back to work, as the administration…
Schenectady SPCA advises public to pet shop responsibly
SCHENECTADY, NY (WTEN) — The Schenectady County SPCA is warning the public to be careful when purchasing a pet. Despite a 2024 law, humane law enforcement says shoppers must…
Domestic violence survivor speaks in support of proposed changes to state’s Discovery Law
ROCHESTER, NY (WHEC) — Proposed changes to New York’s Discovery Law could help domestic abuse survivors by ensuring alleged abusers face justice. The law, originally…
How to handle a layoff (the legal version)
WASHINGTON, D.C. (Tribune Content Agency) — DEAR READER: If you lose your job, what are your rights during layoff conversations and how should you handle a termination…
Revoking Security Clearances: How Bad Could It Get for Lawyers?
WASHINGTON, D.C. (Bloomberg Law) — Washington lawyer Mark Zaid’s security clearance gives him access to information, like whether a client works for the Central…
Trump administration now says it’s up to federal agencies if they want to dismiss probationary employees
WASHINGTON, D.C. (CNN) — In wake of legal pushback, the Trump administration today revised a memo about probationary federal employees, specifying that agencies choose…