Bookmark CrimeGeneral NewsHomicideLegal proceedingsMinnesotaU.S. News Minnesota judge sets aside murder conviction of man imprisoned as teen for 2004 flower shop killing by Sophia Chen December 11, 2023 December 11, 2023 Minnesota judge overturns murder conviction of teen in 2004 flower shop killing; Hennepin County Attorney acknowledges injustice.
Bookmark Diversityequity and inclusionGeneral NewsGeorge FloydLaw enforcementLouisianaPoliticsRacial injustice AP Exclusive: African American Attorneys General Discuss Race, Politics, and the Justice System by Joshua Brown December 2, 2023 December 2, 2023 Exclusive interviews with African American attorneys general discussing justice, equity, and reform in the US legal system.
Bookmark CrimeDeath of George FloydDerek ChauvinGeneral NewsGeorge FloydLaw enforcementMinneapolisPrisonsRacial injusticeU.S. News Ex-officer Derek Chauvin, convicted in George Floyd’s killing, was stabbed in prison, AP source says by Lucas Garcia November 25, 2023 November 25, 2023 Former officer Derek Chauvin, convicted in George Floyd’s killing, stabbed in prison; prison safety concerns persist.
Bookmark AfricaCape TownCrimeGeneral NewsOscar PistoriusReeva SteenkampSouth AfricaSouth Africa Olympic TeamSports - AfricaTrending NewsWinter Olympics Seeking parole, Pistorius meets with girlfriend’s father by Michael Nguyen November 24, 2023 November 24, 2023 Parole process: Oscar Pistorius meets victim’s father in South Africa; privacy and eligibility for release at stake.
Bookmark AuroraDenverGeneral NewsJuriesLaw enforcementU.S. News 1 officer convicted, 1 acquitted in death of Elijah McClain by Madison Thomas October 12, 2023 October 12, 2023 Trial verdict: Officer convicted in Elijah McClain’s death, another acquitted, highlighting complex challenges in policing.
Bookmark General NewsLaw enforcementPennsylvaniaSan BernardinoU.S. News As National Focus Remains on Pennsylvania Fugitive, Washington DC Murder Suspect Evades Spotlight and Authorities by Joshua Brown September 14, 2023 September 14, 2023 This comprehensive article examines the contrasting media coverage of two ongoing fugitive cases, one in Pennsylvania and another in Washington DC. It delves into the factors influencing public attention, offering …
Bookmark CrimeGeneral NewsLaw enforcementMontgomeryU.S. News Arrest warrants issued for Alabama riverfront brawl by Joshua Brown August 8, 2023 August 8, 2023 Arrest warrants issued for Alabama riverfront brawl; white group attacks Black riverboat worker, sparks massive fight.
Bookmark COVID-19 pandemicCrimeCriminal punishmentGeneral NewsHomicideLos AngelesNew York CityPolice brutalityPolitical and civil unrestTheftU.S. Federal Bureau of InvestigationU.S. News Recent Report Reveals Homicide Rate Declines in U.S. Cities Post-Pandemic Spike by Andrew Wright July 21, 2023 July 21, 2023 Report: Homicides decline in US cities post-pandemic spike but still 24% higher than pre-pandemic levels. Motor vehicle thefts increase.
Bookmark CrimeGeneral NewsLaw enforcementU.S. News Breakthrough in Gilgo Beach Murders Case Leads to Arrest of Suspect by Lucas Garcia July 15, 2023 July 15, 2023 Arrest made in Gilgo Beach murders after years of investigation. Rex A. Heuermann charged with murder in three cases, prime suspect in fourth. Justice on the horizon.
Bookmark CrimeGeneral NewsLarry NassarPrisonsU.S. News Larry Nassar Stabbed in Prison Cell; Attack Unrecorded by Surveillance Cameras, Says AP Source by Lucas Garcia July 12, 2023 July 12, 2023 Disgraced doctor Larry Nassar stabbed in prison cell; surveillance cameras fail to capture the attack, raising concerns over inmate safety.