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FOX 43
August 10, 2026
Widener University Commonwealth Law School and York College enter new partnership, saving law students time and tuition 
Commonwealth Law School has entered into a new partnership agreement with York College that will allow students the opportunity to earn both a bachelor's degree and a juris doctor in six years. Dean andré douglas pond cummings is quoted sharing his excitement and about the benefits of this partnership.

See also: ABC 27 

The Reload
July 3, 2026
Experts Expect Supreme Court to Strike Down AR-15 Bans 
This article features expert commentary from Commonwealth Law School Assistant Professor F. Lee Francis ahead of an expected Supreme Court ruling in Viramontes v. Cook County, a case involving the private ownership of certain semi-automatic firearms.

Attollo Prep
June 29, 2026
Dean andré douglas pond cummings | Attollo Professional Development Series 
Commonwealth Law School Dean andré douglas pond cummings is the featured guest on this podcast episode as part of the Attollo professional development series. The episode was recorded live during an event at Attollo headquarters on June 26 where cummings joined high school scholars, educators and community members to explore topics including leadership, justice, mentorship and the many ways a legal education can shape lives and communities.

Oregon Live
June 29, 2026
Some states offer domestic violence defenses to parents charged with failing to prevent child abuse. Should Oregon? 
Commonwealth Law School Professor Michal Buchhandler-Raphael offers expert commentary in this article about "failure to protect" laws in Oregon.

The Earth & I
June 22, 2026
Ecology in the Courts 
This article features Commonwealth Law School Emeritus Professor John Dernbach discussing the judicial process, particularly in environmental law cases.

reason
June 19, 2026
Fiddlers, Drunkards, Marijuana, and the Second Amendment 
Commonwealth Law School Assistant Professor F. Lee Francis co-argued in an amicus brief in United States v. Hemani, a case before the U.S. Supreme Court. 

The Regulatory Review
May 22, 2026
Week in Review 
An essay published in 2018 by Commonwealth Law School Professor Jill Family, associate dean for faculty research & development, is the editor's choice pick in this weekly roundup of legal scholarship and news. 

Columbia Law School/Sabin Center for Climate Change Law
May 6, 2026
The Climate Lawyer Within: Mobilising the Legal Community 
Commonwealth Law School Emeritus Professor John Dernbach will be participating in an upcoming climate webinar hosted by Columbia Law School. 

AFP
'Uncharted': US court ruling shakes up battle for Congress
May 1, 2026
Professor Michael Dimino of Widener University Commonwealth Law School is quoted in this AFP article examining the U.S. Supreme Court’s ruling in Louisiana v. Callais and its potential impact on congressional control. Dimino offers insight into how the decision could reshape redistricting battles and influence electoral outcomes nationwide.

Conservative Angle
Supreme Court’s Louisiana redistricting ruling poised to wipe out House Democrats in the South
April 30, 2026
Professor Michael Dimino of Widener University Commonwealth Law School is featured in this Conservative Angle article analyzing the implications of Louisiana v. Callais. Dimino discusses the legal tensions between the Voting Rights Act and constitutional limits on race-based districting, and how the ruling may alter the political landscape in southern states.

GB News
Coverage of U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Louisiana v. Callais
April 29, 2026
Professor Michael Dimino of Widener University Commonwealth Law School appeared on GB News to break down the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Louisiana v. Callais. Dimino explained the longstanding conflict between the Voting Rights Act and constitutional restrictions on race-based government action, offering analysis on how the ruling may affect future redistricting efforts.

Washington Examiner
Supreme Court Louisiana redistricting ruling could reshape political map in the South
April 30, 2026
Professor Michael Dimino of Widener University Commonwealth Law School is quoted in this Washington Examiner article analyzing the Supreme Court’s decision in Louisiana v. Callais. Dimino provides perspective on how the ruling may influence congressional mapping and the balance between statutory voting protections and constitutional principles.

Yahoo News
“Uncharted” US court ruling shakes up battle for Congress
April 30, 2026
Professor Michael Dimino of Widener University Commonwealth Law School is quoted in this Yahoo News article covering the national implications of Louisiana v. Callais. Dimino highlights how the decision could affect redistricting strategies and electoral competition across key regions.

WHYY
How the Pa. Supreme Court Retention Race Could Impact Environmental Protection
October 30, 2025
John Dernbach, emeritus professor of law and founder of the Environmental Law and Sustainability Center at Widener University Commonwealth Law School, is quoted in this WHYY article examining how Pennsylvania Supreme Court retention elections could shape the future of environmental protection. Dernbach discusses the Environmental Rights Amendment and the court’s role in pivotal cases affirming the commonwealth’s duty as trustee of public natural resources.

TIME
Can Marijuana Smokers Legally Own Guns in the U.S.? What to Know as Supreme Court Set to Deliberate
October 27, 2025
Assistant Professor F. Lee Francis of Widener University Commonwealth Law School is quoted in this TIME article discussing United States v. Hemani, a forthcoming U.S. Supreme Court case examining whether federal restrictions on gun ownership for marijuana users violate the Second Amendment. Francis provides insight into how the Court’s interpretation of historical precedent could influence the outcome.

Reuters
U.S. Supreme Court girds for new culture wars with LGBT, guns, race cases
October 6, 2025
Professor Michael Dimino of Widener University Commonwealth Law School is quoted in this Reuters article discussing Louisiana v. Callais, a redistricting case before the U.S. Supreme Court. Dimino provides insight into the constitutional and political dimensions of election law as the Court prepares to hear a new slate of high-profile cases.
 

ABC27
Three Pennsylvania Supreme Court justices facing critical retainment vote
September 23, 2025
Professor Michael Dimino of Widener University Commonwealth Law School was featured in this article examining the unusual attention surrounding the upcoming judicial retention election. Dimino explained how the justices’ rulings on mail-in ballots, redistricting, and COVID policies have made them targets of partisan criticism, and he emphasized both the importance of accountability through elections and the risk of undermining public confidence in the courts.

Denver Gazette
Supreme Court to rehear Louisiana racial redistricting case
June 27, 2025
An article authored by Professor Michael Dimino of Widener University Commonwealth Law School is referenced in this piece examining the Supreme Court’s decision to revisit arguments next term over Louisiana’s congressional maps. Dimino’s scholarship is cited to help explain the legal and constitutional considerations at play in racial redistricting challenges.

NBC10 WCAU
Supreme Court narrows nationwide injunction power
June 27, 2025
Professor Michael Dimino of Widener University Commonwealth Law School offers legal insight into the Supreme Court’s 6–3 decision that limits the scope of nationwide injunctions. Dimino explains how the ruling may reshape the way lower courts issue remedies with national reach and what this means for future constitutional challenges.

Associated Press
Business-friendly states compete to be ‘the next Delaware’
June 23, 2025
Professor Christian Johnson of Widener University Commonwealth Law School is quoted in this article examining how states like Texas, Nevada, and Oklahoma are altering corporate litigation laws to compete with Delaware's dominance as the incorporation capital. Johnson provides insight into how Delaware’s legal infrastructure and business courts offer predictability and efficiency that are hard to replicate elsewhere.
 

Pennsylvania House of Representatives
Finance Committee -- February 26, 2025 
February 26, 2025
Michael Hussey, associate professor at Widener University Commonwealth Law School, spoke at the Finance Committee meeting of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives to discuss how tax credits can benefit working Pennsylvanians, particularly those benefiting from free tax preparation services. The segment featuring Hussey begins at 44:48 and ends at 1:03:45.

ABA Journal
April 1, 2025
How lawyers can embrace sustainability 
Widener University Commonwealth Law School Emeritus Professor John Dernbach is quoted in this article examining how lawyers can practice sustainability and environmentally friendly practices in their fields. 

Go Erie
Erie County has an official Facebook page. Can politicians use it to criticize each other? 
February 21, 2025
Widener University Commonwealth Law School Professor Michael Dimino is quoted in this article discussing politicians' use of social media. Dimino says there are no requirements that government speech remain nonpartisan or nonpolitical. 

The Pennsylvania Record
More than Memorabilia: How Professor Amanda Sholtis Brings Legal History to Life 
February 5, 2025
This article highlights a collection of legal history memorabilia curated by Amanda Sholtis, assistant professor at Widener University Commonwealth Law School. 

USA Today
Supreme Court takes up how to keep kids from lewd content without limiting adults' rights 
January 15, 2025
Professor Michael Dimino is quoted in this article discussing age verification for explicit material online. Dimino shares that the situation is complicated as laws are trying to protect children from viewing explicit material without restricting access for adults. 

Pennsylvania Record
Professor Juliet Moringiello Honored with Prestigious AALS Mentorship Award 
January 14, 2025
Widener University Commonwealth Law School Professor Juliet Moringiello has been named the recipient of the 2025 mentorship award by the Association of American Law Schools in the Commercial and Consumer Law Section. 

WZMQ
Supreme Court Could Soon Decide Fate of TikTok in U.S. 
January 10, 2025
Widener University Commonwealth Law School Professor Michael Dimino discusses the U.S. Supreme Court's hearing or oral arguments in relation to a potential ban of TikTok in the United States. Dimino says the root of the government's argument is national security. 
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