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fromBoston.com
3 hours ago
US news

3-year-old immigrant suffered alleged sexual abuse during months in federal custody, family says

Chicago
fromTruthout
10 hours ago

ICE Presence Persists in Chicago as Raids Shift to Quieter Tactics

Federal immigration agents continue to operate in Chicago, impacting communities despite a reduction in visible presence since last fall.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

US judge rules against deporting man whose murder conviction was overturned after 44 years in prison

A judge may release Subramanyam Vedam, an Indian citizen, after his murder conviction was overturned, despite potential deportation by ICE.
fromBoston.com
3 hours ago
US news

3-year-old immigrant suffered alleged sexual abuse during months in federal custody, family says

Chicago
fromTruthout
10 hours ago

ICE Presence Persists in Chicago as Raids Shift to Quieter Tactics

Federal immigration agents continue to operate in Chicago, impacting communities despite a reduction in visible presence since last fall.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

US judge rules against deporting man whose murder conviction was overturned after 44 years in prison

A judge may release Subramanyam Vedam, an Indian citizen, after his murder conviction was overturned, despite potential deportation by ICE.
#nypd
New York City
fromHoodline
2 hours ago

Williamsburg Officer Hurt in Hit-and-Run on Broadway

An NYPD officer was injured in a hit-and-run incident involving a white Infiniti in Williamsburg, with the driver fleeing the scene.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
14 hours ago

NYPD officer struck by driver, injured during traffic stop in Brooklyn

A New York City police officer was injured by a driver during a traffic stop in Brooklyn.
New York City
fromFOX 5 New York
1 day ago

Man slashed in face during Queens attack; NYPD searching for 2 suspects

NYPD seeks public assistance to identify two suspects involved in a violent assault in Queens.
NYC politics
fromNewsday
2 days ago

Diller verdict: NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch says she's 'deeply disappointed' in shooter's murder acquittal

NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch expressed deep disappointment over the jury's verdict acquitting the accused of murder in Det. Jonathan Diller's death.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

'Highway Therapy': Lawsuit Reveals Alarming Details Of NYPD's Rampant Car Culture - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD officials allegedly retaliated against an officer for minor infractions, leading to a lawsuit for emotional distress and damages.
Law
fromNew York Post
2 days ago

Murder acquittal in killing of NYPD hero cop Jonathan Diller is 'gut punch' to city, Finest: Commissioner

A jury's not guilty verdict for Guy Rivera in the murder of NYPD Detective Jonathan Diller has left a profound impact on the police community.
New York City
fromHoodline
2 hours ago

Williamsburg Officer Hurt in Hit-and-Run on Broadway

An NYPD officer was injured in a hit-and-run incident involving a white Infiniti in Williamsburg, with the driver fleeing the scene.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
14 hours ago

NYPD officer struck by driver, injured during traffic stop in Brooklyn

A New York City police officer was injured by a driver during a traffic stop in Brooklyn.
New York City
fromFOX 5 New York
1 day ago

Man slashed in face during Queens attack; NYPD searching for 2 suspects

NYPD seeks public assistance to identify two suspects involved in a violent assault in Queens.
NYC politics
fromNewsday
2 days ago

Diller verdict: NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch says she's 'deeply disappointed' in shooter's murder acquittal

NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch expressed deep disappointment over the jury's verdict acquitting the accused of murder in Det. Jonathan Diller's death.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

'Highway Therapy': Lawsuit Reveals Alarming Details Of NYPD's Rampant Car Culture - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD officials allegedly retaliated against an officer for minor infractions, leading to a lawsuit for emotional distress and damages.
Law
fromNew York Post
2 days ago

Murder acquittal in killing of NYPD hero cop Jonathan Diller is 'gut punch' to city, Finest: Commissioner

A jury's not guilty verdict for Guy Rivera in the murder of NYPD Detective Jonathan Diller has left a profound impact on the police community.
#brooklyn
fromNBC New York
3 days ago
Brooklyn

Manhunt for 2nd Brooklyn baby death suspect intensifies as NYC reels from shooting

A 7-month-old girl was tragically killed by a stray bullet in Brooklyn during a shooting incident.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
4 hours ago

Brute chases down senior near Barclays Center in Brooklyn, fractures his jaw with punch

A 68-year-old man was hospitalized after being assaulted by a suspect in Brooklyn during a verbal dispute on March 31.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
22 hours ago

Gunman accused of killing Brooklyn baby girl told cops he was aiming at her dad: documents

A gunman confessed to targeting a baby's father during a shooting that killed the infant, a claim the mother vehemently denied.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

Breaking: Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Woman on Deadly Ocean Avenue - Streetsblog New York City

A hit-and-run driver killed a woman at a dangerous Brooklyn intersection, highlighting ongoing issues with speeding and pedestrian safety.
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
3 days ago

Manhunt for 2nd Brooklyn baby death suspect intensifies as NYC reels from shooting

A 7-month-old girl was tragically killed by a stray bullet in Brooklyn during a shooting incident.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 hours ago

NH suspect who allegedly shot at family members killed in officer-involved shooting

A wanted man was killed in a shootout with police after allegedly wounding an officer during an attempted arrest in New Hampshire.
NYC politics
fromThe Marshall Project
1 day ago

In New York City, Mamdani's New Appointee Talks About Reimagining Public Safety

New York City establishes the Office of Community Safety to enhance crime prevention and support services under Mayor Mamdani's leadership.
#assault
California
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 day ago

Santa Clara County sheriff reports drop in use of force cases - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office reports a year-over-year decline in use of force incidents, with 603 reported in 2025.
#bronx
NYC parents
fromHoodline
23 hours ago

Bronx Video Shows Teen Stomped in Face at Oval Park

A teenage girl was violently attacked by a group of teens in a Bronx park, raising safety concerns in the community.
New York City
fromNew York Daily News
1 day ago

NYPD detectives probing Bronx murder seeking doorbell camera video end up with confession instead

A 21-year-old man was fatally shot in the Bronx, and the suspect confessed to the crime when approached by police.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Two Bronx shootings in one hour leave pair of men dead as borough continues to be rocked by gun violence in 2026 | amNewYork

Two men were shot dead in separate incidents in the Bronx on April 2, 2026.
NYC parents
fromHoodline
23 hours ago

Bronx Video Shows Teen Stomped in Face at Oval Park

A teenage girl was violently attacked by a group of teens in a Bronx park, raising safety concerns in the community.
New York City
fromNew York Daily News
1 day ago

NYPD detectives probing Bronx murder seeking doorbell camera video end up with confession instead

A 21-year-old man was fatally shot in the Bronx, and the suspect confessed to the crime when approached by police.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Two Bronx shootings in one hour leave pair of men dead as borough continues to be rocked by gun violence in 2026 | amNewYork

Two men were shot dead in separate incidents in the Bronx on April 2, 2026.
Miami Marlins
fromKOMO
23 hours ago

Migrant arrested for trying to slash man's throat at Gilgo Beach, prosecutors say

A Venezuelan migrant was indicted for attempted murder after allegedly attacking a man at Gilgo Beach with a knife.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

The loophole that keeps a Trump loyalist serving as L.A.'s top federal prosecutor

Bill Essayli operates as a de facto U.S. attorney in Los Angeles, pursuing aggressive legal actions aligned with Trump's administration despite challenges to his position.
SF politics
fromTruthout
2 days ago

CA Should Send Prisoners Home Instead of Spending Millions on New Facilities

California's prison reform focuses on expensive new facilities rather than effective rehabilitation, with minimal budget allocation for actual rehabilitation programs.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Two dead in Pomona police pursuit stemming from domestic violence call

A domestic violence call in Pomona led to a police pursuit, resulting in two fatalities and the arrest of suspect Marshall Judson.
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

After the release of the Epstein files, why have there been so few arrests?

The more than 3 million pages of documents include accusations by alleged victims of Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell's abuse and thousands of emails and photos showing Epstein associated with prominent figures.
Law
Washington DC
fromSlate Magazine
3 days ago

They Had to Clean Solitary Cells. What They Saw Forced Them to Quit.

Solitary confinement work is demoralizing and involves invasive strip searches, contributing to severe mental health issues among incarcerated individuals.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Boy, 14, shot dead and teens arrested for murder

A 14-year-old boy was fatally shot in Woolwich, prompting a murder investigation and three arrests.
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

Man dies after group fight in Concord elementary school parking lot, police say

A man died following a group fight in a school parking lot during an after school program.
#trans-rights
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

How a 'trans panic' defense changed the outcome of two murders

D. F. McLaughlin's murder in 1986 highlights the dangers of transphobia and remains a significant yet overlooked case in the fight for justice.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Trans activist tests bathroom ban by defying it in front of Capitol Police - LGBTQ Nation

Samantha Boucher tested Kansas' trans bathroom ban on Trans Day of Visibility, highlighting enforcement challenges and advocating for trans rights.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

Ontario announces inquest into death of Regis Korchinski-Paquet | CBC News

An inquest will investigate the circumstances of Regis Korchinski-Paquet's death after she fell from a balcony while police were present.
Social justice
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Op-Ed | Revisiting More Black Male Judges, the Collegial Effect, Public Perceptions and Paths Forward | amNewYork

Increased representation of Black judges leads to fairer judicial outcomes and reduces racial disparities in sentencing.
fromLady Freethinker
4 days ago

Detroit Police Appoint First Officer Dedicated to Animal Cruelty Cases

The new role was prompted in part by a disturbing case last year involving a dog that had been stabbed by her guardian live on social media. The dog's former guardian was ultimately sentenced to two to seven years in prison, and the dog has since been placed with a new family.
Pets
SOMA, SF
fromKqed
5 days ago

Why a Private Company Is Investigating Rapes at an ICE Detention Center Instead of the Sheriff | KQED

CoreCivic does not conduct criminal investigations of sexual abuse allegations at Otay Mesa Detention Center, referring them to law enforcement instead.
Boston
fromBoston.com
37 minutes ago

Boston police fatally shoot suspect allegedly wielding sword near Northeastern University campus

An armed man experiencing a mental health crisis was fatally shot by police after attacking them with a sword near Northeastern University.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

NAACP responds after homeless man 'dumped' in Oakland by San Leandro police

San Leandro officers forcibly transported a homeless man to Oakland and 'dumped' him, prompting outrage from civil rights groups.
#gun-violence
fromNew York Post
20 hours ago
NYC politics

Mamdani under fire for blaming guns - not criminals - for shooting death of 7-month-old Brooklyn girl

Mayor Mamdani faces criticism for blaming guns instead of criminals for the shooting death of a 7-month-old girl in Brooklyn.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago
NYC parents

Second suspect arrested in Brooklyn stray-bullet killing of seven-month-old baby

Two suspects were arrested in the shooting death of a seven-month-old baby in Brooklyn, highlighting ongoing gun violence issues in the US.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
20 hours ago

Mamdani under fire for blaming guns - not criminals - for shooting death of 7-month-old Brooklyn girl

Mayor Mamdani faces criticism for blaming guns instead of criminals for the shooting death of a 7-month-old girl in Brooklyn.
NYC parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Second suspect arrested in Brooklyn stray-bullet killing of seven-month-old baby

Two suspects were arrested in the shooting death of a seven-month-old baby in Brooklyn, highlighting ongoing gun violence issues in the US.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

'Amateur hour at the U.S. attorney's office': L.A. prosecutors face more losses in protest cases

Prosecutors faced significant challenges in two separate trials for assault on federal officers in Los Angeles, with one case potentially dismissed due to discovery issues.
#gang-violence
London politics
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Woman brutally attacked by gang in latest hijacking spree as gardai warn of nationwide surge

There is deep concern regarding gang violence following a controversial court ruling in Dublin.
NYC parents
fromNew York Daily News
2 days ago

Suspect to be charged with murder of Brooklyn infant may have been shooting at her dad

A gunman will be charged with murder for killing a 7-month-old girl during a gang-related shooting in East Williamsburg.
London politics
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Woman brutally attacked by gang in latest hijacking spree as gardai warn of nationwide surge

There is deep concern regarding gang violence following a controversial court ruling in Dublin.
NYC parents
fromNew York Daily News
2 days ago

Suspect to be charged with murder of Brooklyn infant may have been shooting at her dad

A gunman will be charged with murder for killing a 7-month-old girl during a gang-related shooting in East Williamsburg.
#self-defense
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Quadruple amputee cornhole pro says he fatally shot person in self-defense

Dayton Webber, a quadruple amputee, shot and killed Bradrick Wells in self-defense during an argument, according to his attorney.
US news
fromFortune
3 days ago

The quadruple amputee cornholer's shooting was in self-defense, lawyer says | Fortune

A quadruple amputee shot and killed a passenger in self-defense during an argument, facing murder charges and a lengthy trial.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Quadruple amputee cornhole pro says he fatally shot person in self-defense

Dayton Webber, a quadruple amputee, shot and killed Bradrick Wells in self-defense during an argument, according to his attorney.
US news
fromFortune
3 days ago

The quadruple amputee cornholer's shooting was in self-defense, lawyer says | Fortune

A quadruple amputee shot and killed a passenger in self-defense during an argument, facing murder charges and a lengthy trial.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
2 days ago

Opinion: A DA shouldn't be using his office this way

Allegations against DA Jeff Rosen suggest unethical fundraising linked to prosecution of pro-Gaza protesters, raising concerns about political neutrality in law enforcement.
#metropolitan-police
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Five Met officers taken off duty after weapons find

Five Metropolitan Police officers removed from front-line duties after firearms and a Taser were found on a London street.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Black child suffered broken knee during Met police search

Six Metropolitan Police officers are under investigation after a black child suffered a broken knee during a stop and search incident in London.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Five Met officers taken off duty after weapons find

Five Metropolitan Police officers removed from front-line duties after firearms and a Taser were found on a London street.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Black child suffered broken knee during Met police search

Six Metropolitan Police officers are under investigation after a black child suffered a broken knee during a stop and search incident in London.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago

'OPD rendered no aid': Marvin Boomer's loved ones slam police and CHP in legal filing

Oakland police allegedly failed to assist a crash survivor while her boyfriend lay dead, leading to a legal claim of negligence.
Law
fromABA Journal
2 days ago

15 attorney killings remain unsolved, Baja California Bar Association says

Fifteen attorney killings in Baja California remain unsolved, raising concerns about safety and police response.
UK news
fromAol
1 day ago

Man, 35, dies following altercation outside shop

A man died after an altercation outside a shop, leading to a manslaughter charge against one suspect.
fromsfist.com
2 days ago

Homicide Suspect Arrested Five Months After East Bay Jail Released Him By Mistake

Isaiah Jamon Andrews, 20, of Kern, Washington, is suspected of fatally shooting a 20-year-old man at a hotel in Seattle on October 15.
Boston food
SF parents
fromPadailypost
2 days ago

DHS says local mom was killed due to county's sanctuary policy

Homeland Security blames Santa Clara County's sanctuary policy for the murder of Kembery Chirinos-Flores by two undocumented Honduran men.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Woman in critical condition after stabbing in downtown L.A.; suspect arrested

The woman was between 60 and 70 years old. Emergency responders took her to a local hospital, where she remained in critical but stable condition.
Los Angeles
Social justice
fromSlate Magazine
6 days ago

The Horrifying Secret of the Child Detention Center We Shared as Detainee and Warden

The Cheltenham Youth Detention Center has a troubling history of racial segregation and a lack of memorial for children who died in custody.
fromHoodline
2 hours ago

Man Killed in Hit-and-Run in Soundview, Bronx

The victim was found in the roadway with trauma to his body and severe head injuries, and EMS transported him to the hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
New York City
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Santa Monica man charged with kidnapping of UCLA student, rape of a separate woman

A Santa Monica man has been charged with rape and kidnapping related to two separate incidents involving female victims.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

After the Minnesota surge, ICE is moving to a quieter enforcement approach

The federal government is shifting immigration enforcement from aggressive tactics to partnerships with local police.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

North Andover police working to get body cameras after Kelsey Fitzsimmons shooting

North Andover is implementing a body-worn camera program for police to enhance accountability and seek grant funding to reduce taxpayer costs.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Prison guard and gang jailed over contraband plot

Jason Thompson, a guard at HMP Isis, was suspended as the Metropolitan Police investigated his involvement in smuggling drugs and contraband into the prison. He was sentenced to four years and six months for conspiracy and misconduct.
UK news
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

The Price Of Justice And The Promise Of AI - Above the Law

Rising legal service costs and declining access-to-justice funding widen the gap for those needing legal protections, with AI presenting potential solutions.
#murder
Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 New York
1 day ago

Man charged with murder in shooting death of 7-month-old baby

A man has been charged with multiple counts of murder in the fatal shooting of 7-month-old Kaori Patterson-Moore in Brooklyn.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
1 week ago

NYC man is charged with killing his wife. Her family says NYPD failed to protect her.

A Bronx man was arrested for the murder of a woman who had previously reported threats against her life.
Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 New York
1 day ago

Man charged with murder in shooting death of 7-month-old baby

A man has been charged with multiple counts of murder in the fatal shooting of 7-month-old Kaori Patterson-Moore in Brooklyn.
NYC parents
fromGothamist
1 week ago

NYC man is charged with killing his wife. Her family says NYPD failed to protect her.

A Bronx man was arrested for the murder of a woman who had previously reported threats against her life.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
1 day ago

Brooklyn Man Sought After Forcible Touching Near 64th St

Police are searching for a man who groped a woman in Bensonhurst on March 6, 2026.
US politics
fromNew York Daily News
1 week ago

ICE's flawed justification for courthouse arrests sparks demand to free those detained

ICE provided false information to justify mass arrests at immigration courts, leading to demands for the release of those detained.
#bullying
NYC parents
fromCalifornia Post
2 days ago

Child arrested after horrific bullying attack left schoolgirl, 12, dead

A child was arrested for the murder of 12-year-old Khimberly Zavaleta Chuquipa, who died after a bullying incident at school.
NYC parents
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Minor arrested in death of 12-year-old L.A. student hit by water bottle

A juvenile was arrested for the murder of 12-year-old Khimberly Zavaleta Chuquipa after a bullying incident at Reseda Charter High School.
NYC parents
fromCalifornia Post
2 days ago

Child arrested after horrific bullying attack left schoolgirl, 12, dead

A child was arrested for the murder of 12-year-old Khimberly Zavaleta Chuquipa, who died after a bullying incident at school.
NYC parents
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Minor arrested in death of 12-year-old L.A. student hit by water bottle

A juvenile was arrested for the murder of 12-year-old Khimberly Zavaleta Chuquipa after a bullying incident at Reseda Charter High School.
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Embracing the Warrior-Guardian Paradox in Modern Policing

The warrior and guardian are not competing philosophies between which a department must choose. They are complementary capacities every officer needs - and every agency must develop, sustain, and honor equally.
Social justice
fromBronx Times
2 days ago

NYPD officer fatally shoots Mott Haven man during attempted arrest - Bronx Times

Deputy Chief John Wilson stated that Colón had a parole warrant and a bench warrant for failing to register as a level three New York State sex offender, highlighting the seriousness of the situation.
US news
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Boston man charged with sexually assaulting MBTA bus driver

Michael Vandenbroeke faces multiple charges for allegedly sexually assaulting an MBTA bus driver, with a history of violent offenses since 2005.
Law
fromPoynter
4 days ago

Like journalists, prosecutors shaped a distorted view of crime. They can help fix it, too. - Poynter

Prosecutors and journalists both contribute to misleading public perceptions of crime, but prosecutors possess crucial data to tell a more accurate story.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Two teen girls arrested after street disturbance

Officers were called to Clapham High Street on Tuesday evening and put a dispersal order in place to move the young people out of the area.
London politics
UK news
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Man sentenced for raping 2 women in Framingham store in 1989

Stephen Paul Gale was sentenced to at least 50 years in prison for raping two women in 1989, likely resulting in his death behind bars.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Criminal case against man shot by cops during mental health crisis will move forward | amNewYork

A Queens man shot by police during a mental health crisis faces criminal charges despite calls for dismissal from his mother and community members.
#shooting
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
3 days ago

7-month-old girl in stroller fatally shot in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NYPD says

A 7-month-old girl was fatally shot in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn while in a stroller with her mother.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
3 days ago

7-month-old girl in stroller fatally shot in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NYPD says

A 7-month-old girl was fatally shot in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn while in a stroller with her mother.
NYC politics
fromJewish Telegraphic Agency
3 days ago

Lawyers for NYC Palestinian activist targeted in firebomb plot call for broader probe - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

Lawyers for Nerdeen Kiswani seek justice beyond the arrested suspect, highlighting broader threats against her as a pro-Palestinian activist.
fromKqed
4 days ago

Court Orders California Sheriff to Release Personnel Records in Watchdog Investigation | KQED

The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office must comply with subpoenas issued by the county's civilian oversight board as part of a whistleblower investigation into alleged misconduct, a state appeals court ruled Thursday.
California
NYC parents
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

2nd man arrested in drive-by shooting that killed 7-month-old girl

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting and community support for their work.
fromThe Washington Post
2 days ago

Death of refugee left in parking lot by Border Patrol ruled a homicide

Shah Alam was 'a blind man who could not speak English and left outside a closed Tim Hortons coffee shop completely defenseless against the bitter cold February night by Donald Trump's Department of Homeland Security,' New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said. 'Every individual involved in the death of Mr. Shah Alam must be held fully accountable.'
US news
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Suspect arrested in stabbing near Northeastern University

A Boston man was arrested for a stabbing near Northeastern University, with the victim suffering nonlife-threatening injuries.
fromQueens, NY Patch
4 days ago

2 Fatally Shot In The Head Inside NYC Building: NYPD

Officers responding to the scene found a 20-year-old man with a gunshot wound to the head and an 18-year-old woman with gunshot wounds to the head and chest.
New York City
NYC parents
fromPsychology Today
2 days ago

Is Mandated Reporting Racist? What Families Must Know

Low reporting standards and systemic racism lead to unjust CPS reports, disproportionately affecting Black and Brown families.
fromsfist.com
5 days ago

Jogger Sexually Assaulted By Armed Man Near Stanford University Campus

The woman reported the sexual assault around 6 pm Sunday, saying the man grabbed her near Mayfield Avenue and Santa Ynez Street and pulled her into some nearby landscaping.
Boston
Law
fromKqed
1 week ago

Former Antioch Officer Who Bragged About Abuse of Power Gets 4 Years in Prison | KQED

Eric Rombough, a former Antioch police officer, received over four years in prison for corruption and excessive force, showing remorse and cooperating with authorities.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
5 days ago

Judge dismisses charges against two ex-Louisville police officers in Breonna Taylor case

U.S. District Judge Charles Simpson issued a one-page ruling Friday throwing out charges against Joshua Jaynes and Kyle Meany, two former officers involved in crafting the Taylor warrant.
US news
Law
from48 hills
2 weeks ago

Lurie wants to be tough on crime-but won't pay for the impacts on defendants - 48 hills

Increased arrests and prosecutions in San Francisco are costly, leading to understaffed public defense and potential legal ethics violations.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Dozens arrested after authorities fire tear gas at 'No Kings' protesters

Authorities shot tear gas and pepper balls into the crowd, leaving at least one teen with an eye wound and others with skin burns, according to demonstrators and police.
US news
Law
fromHoodline
3 weeks ago

Brooklyn prosecutors say officers violated a victim's civil rights

Federal prosecutors charged law enforcement defendants with committing multiple criminal acts that violated a vulnerable victim's civil rights in response to a 311 prostitution complaint.
US news
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

A Criminal-Justice Activist's Baffling Crime

Prison-reform activist Alexander Friedmann was arrested for secretly smuggling weapons and tools into Nashville's new jail during construction, despite his prominent reputation in criminal-justice reform circles.
New York City
fromYahoo News
1 month ago

NYPD cop arrested after slapping civilian, menacing another filing complaint: D.A.

NYPD officer Quran McPhatter was indicted on assault, official misconduct, menacing, and attempted coercion after on-duty incidents, including a video of him confronting a complainant.
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