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courthouse

[kawrt-hous, kohrt-] / ˈkɔrtˌhaʊs, ˈkoʊrt- /




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But ardent supporters of Mangione flocked to the Manhattan courthouse to show their support amid heavy security as a helicopter hovered overhead.

From Barron's Aug. 14, 2026

The launch of the Big Crispy sandwich came with a marketing campaign intended to take fast food to “food court,” with a pop-up event in New York featuring a courthouse facade.

From MarketWatch Aug. 12, 2026

If that appeal fails, the case will proceed to trial at the Baker County courthouse in Macclenny, just a few miles from where D.J.

From Slate Aug. 11, 2026

The defendant and his legal team declined to speak with a throng of reporters outside the courthouse.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 7, 2026

My aunt Debbie visited the courthouse and swore an affidavit that I was who I said I was.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover

The judiciary is seeking nearly $921 million for security, including more funding for protection at federal courthouses, while the Supreme Court itself wants $228.4 million -- a $20.5 million on-year increase.

From Barron's Jul. 14, 2026

Earlier this month, the New York state court System sent out a memo, prohibiting anyone in their courthouses from wearing the devices.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 14, 2026

The ruling was issued as part of a class-action lawsuit filed by noncitizens challenging ICE’s recent practice of making arrests at immigration courthouses and detaining people for extended periods in facilities designed for short-term holds.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 24, 2026

Pritzker signed House Bill 1312 into law, extending protections for immigrants in hospitals, schools, and courthouses.

From Slate Jan. 26, 2026

He learned that railroad stations, post offices, courthouses, and churches were places to escape from the cold for a few hours in the late night.

From "Sounder" by William H. Armstrong




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