Court upholds New York law that says ISPs must offer $15 broadband


by Ars Technica

Ars Technica— New York obtains significant win for states' ability to regulate broadband.

Catholic News Service—New York appeals court rules insurer doesn’t have to pay out for Archdiocese of New York abuse claims. (OSV News) — A New York state appeals court has found that an insurer for the Archdiocese of New York is not required to cover costs for settling hundreds of sex abuse claims — a ruling the archdiocese has called “extremely disappointing” and “wrongly decided.” On April 23, five justices of the First Judicial Department […] The post New York appeals court rules insurer doesn’t have to pay out for Archdiocese of New York abuse claims first appeared on OSV News.

The Independent—New York to require internet providers to charge low-income residents $15 for broadband. A federal appeals court has ruled that New York can move ahead with a law requiring internet service providers to offer heavily discounted rates to low-income residents

KIFI—Advocates say Supreme Court must preserve new, mostly Black US House district for 2024 elections. By KEVIN McGILL Associated Press NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Voting rights advocates say they will go to the Supreme Court in hopes of preserving a new majority Black congressional district in Louisiana for the fall elections. Wednesday’s declaration was the latest step in a complicated legal fight that could determine the fate of political careers