Future Hearing On Ban ‘Cold Comfort’ To Women Needing Abortions

ACROSS AMERICA — Good morning! It’s Sunday, Oct. 24. As your weekend comes to a close, here’s a look at the stories we’re following today:

• The Supreme Court will hear arguments in November on whether the U.S. has the right to sue Texas over its abortion ban.
• No cause of death could be determined after an autopsy of Brian Laundrie's remains.
• Officials on Saturday found the body of a 5-year- old child in a Massachusetts state park.
• The Go-Go's drummer, Gina Schock, just released a collectible photo account of the band's roller-coaster ride through rock history.

Abortion Ban’s Day In Court

A day after Texas urged the Supreme Court not to block its abortion law, the court agreed to hear arguments in the case in early November. The justices said they will decide at the hearing whether the federal government has the right to sue over Texas' most restrictive abortion law.

The court's action leaves in place for the time being a law that clinics say has led to an 80 percent reduction in abortions in the nation's second-largest state.

Justice Sonia Sotomayor wrote that she would have blocked the law now.

"The promise of future adjudication offers cold comfort, however, for Texas women seeking abortion care, who are entitled to relief now," Sotomayor wrote. »Texas Abortion Ban: US Supreme Court Planning November Hearing, via Austin Patch

Laundrie Death Stymies Coroner

No cause of death could be determined after an autopsy of Brian Laundrie's remains Friday, the attorney for his family told reporters. Steven Bertolino said that since no cause of death could be identified, Laundrie's bones would be sent to an anthropologist for examination.

After more than a month of searching for him, Laundrie's skeletal remains, including a partial skull, were found near some items belonging to him in two Sarasota County parks Wednesday. The FBI Denver's office used dental records to determine they belonged to Laundrie, a person of interest in the strangulation death of his fiancée, Gabby Petito. »Laundrie Cause Of Death Stymies Coroner, Bones To Be Studied, via Sarasota Patch

Baldwin Told Gun Was ‘Cold’

When “Rust” assistant director Dave Hall handed a prop to the film's star, Alec Baldwin, he assured him it was safe to use because it didn't have live ammo. "Cold gun," Halls yelled.

It wasn't, according to court records made public Friday. Instead, when Baldwin pulled the trigger, he killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and wounded director Joel Souza, who was standing behind her. »Alec Baldwin Told Gun Was 'Cold' Before 'Rust' Movie Set Shooting, via Los Angeles Patch

• RELATED: 'Rust' Crew Walked Off Set Hours Before Prop Gun Killed Cinematographer, via Los Angeles Patch

5-Year-Old’s Body Found

Officials on Saturday said the body of a child found in Massachusetts state park is presumed to be missing 5-year-old Elijah Lewis of Merrimack, New Hampshire. The boy was last seen alive over a month ago. »Body Found In Search For Missing New Hampshire Boy, via Merrimack, New Hampshire, Patch

Pfizer Vaccine Effective For Young Kids

Federal health regulators said that kid-size doses of Pfizer's COVID-19 vaccine appear highly effective at preventing symptomatic infections in elementary school children and caused no unexpected safety issues. The agency will ask a panel of outside vaccine experts to vote on whether to grant emergency use authorization for that age group later this week. »FDA Says Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Effective For Young Kids, via Across America Patch

Salmonella-Laced Onions Cause Sickness

People in 37 states who recently bought red, yellow or white onions should throw them away if they're unsure of their origin, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control said in an expanded warning about the Salmonella-contaminated produce. »Salmonella-Contaminated Onions: Hospitalizations, Illnesses Up, via Across America Patch

Your Good News Fix

It’s been a tough week filled with news containing not-so-happy endings. If you’re in need of something to lift your spirits, check out this week’s collection of good news stories. From a devoted dad who donated a kidney to save his daughter to a 4-star female officer making history again, these stories are sure to leave you smiling.

The Week In Photos

Patch chronicles the top stories of the week in pictures as the country continues to struggle with supply chain issues, Gen. Colin Powell died of complications of COVID-19, the Chicago Sky won their first WNBA championship title, and more.

House Hunting

It’s a home that only comes along once in a lifetime. This waterfront home in the Hamptons features panoramic sunset views, an infinity pool with spa, and plenty of access to the beach.

This Day In History

In 1940, the 40-hour workweek went into effect under the U.S. Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938.

Around ‘The Patch’

• ‘Wheel of Fortune’ Host Pat Sajak Will Sell His Annapolis Radio Station For $1,000, via Annapolis Patch
• NJ Capitol Rioter, 'White Supremacist,' Discharged From Military, via Marlboro-Coltsneck Patch
• Go-Go's Lips No Longer Sealed: 'Made In Hollywood' Book Release, via Los Angeles Patch
• Father Sues Over Son's Fiery Death at Leased Malibu Home, via Malibu Patch
• NorCal Braces For 'Bomb Cyclone,' High Winds And Copious Rainfall, via San Francisco Patch
• Haitian Gang Leader Threatens To Kill Kidnapped Missionaries, via Cleveland Patch
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• Timothée Chalamet Is Wondrous In The Visually Stunning 'Dune', via Hollywood Patch

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