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Democratic Senators Ask DOJ If Facial Recognition Tech Violates Civil Rights Act

Democratic senators demand DOJ review police use of facial recognition technology and other biometric tools for potential civil rights violations.
DOJ has awarded $3.2 million to local law enforcement for facial recognition software despite studies showing it is racist and leads to false arrests.

Worcester launched hotline to report police misconduct after scathing DOJ report

Worcester launches hotline for reporting police misconduct after alarming DOJ report on civil rights violations.

DOJ hears from community after scathing Worcester police report

The Worcester Police Department faces allegations of serious civil rights violations, sparking community outrage and calls for reform.

Democratic Senators Ask DOJ If Facial Recognition Tech Violates Civil Rights Act

Democratic senators demand DOJ review police use of facial recognition technology and other biometric tools for potential civil rights violations.
DOJ has awarded $3.2 million to local law enforcement for facial recognition software despite studies showing it is racist and leads to false arrests.

Worcester launched hotline to report police misconduct after scathing DOJ report

Worcester launches hotline for reporting police misconduct after alarming DOJ report on civil rights violations.

DOJ hears from community after scathing Worcester police report

The Worcester Police Department faces allegations of serious civil rights violations, sparking community outrage and calls for reform.
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Memphis police discriminated against Black people and used excessive force, DOJ report finds

Memphis police regularly violate citizens' rights, with excessive force and discrimination against vulnerable populations identified by the DOJ investigation.

Justice Department investigation finds Worcester police officers sexually assaulted suspected sex workers

The DOJ's investigation found Worcester Police Department guilty of excessive force and civil rights violations against Black and Hispanic communities.

Memphis police regularly violate constitution', says justice department

The DOJ found that Memphis police regularly violate constitutional rights and discriminate against Black individuals, revealing systemic issues in law enforcement practices.

Memphis police discriminated against Black people and used excessive force, DOJ report finds

Memphis police regularly violate citizens' rights, with excessive force and discrimination against vulnerable populations identified by the DOJ investigation.

Justice Department investigation finds Worcester police officers sexually assaulted suspected sex workers

The DOJ's investigation found Worcester Police Department guilty of excessive force and civil rights violations against Black and Hispanic communities.

Memphis police regularly violate constitution', says justice department

The DOJ found that Memphis police regularly violate constitutional rights and discriminate against Black individuals, revealing systemic issues in law enforcement practices.
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Second former officer pleads guilty in Tyre Nichols case

Emmitt Martin III's guilty plea marks a significant move towards accountability in Tyre Nichols' fatal beating case.

Jury in New Orleans Awards $1 Million to Teen Raped by Police Officer

The city of New Orleans must pay $1 million for the grooming and rape of a teenager by former police officer Rodney Vicknair.

Goon Squad Violence Leads to Federal Investigation of Mississippi Sheriff's Office

The Justice Department is expanding its investigation into Rankin County Sheriff's Department for a pattern of unconstitutional policing and violence.

Ex-Kansas Police Detective Found Dead on First Day of His Trial

Roger Golubski, facing serious charges of civil rights violations, died on the first day of his trial, impacting the pursuit of justice for his alleged victims.

Warning Signs for Philanthropy: The Authoritarian Crackdown on Social Movements - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Growing authoritarian attacks on freedoms by government officials and the significant impact on social justice movements.

California police pressured him to confess to a murder that never happened

Tom Perez endured a traumatic police interrogation after reporting his father missing; no wrongdoing was acknowledged despite a settlement for false imprisonment.

Second former officer pleads guilty in Tyre Nichols case

Emmitt Martin III's guilty plea marks a significant move towards accountability in Tyre Nichols' fatal beating case.

Jury in New Orleans Awards $1 Million to Teen Raped by Police Officer

The city of New Orleans must pay $1 million for the grooming and rape of a teenager by former police officer Rodney Vicknair.

Goon Squad Violence Leads to Federal Investigation of Mississippi Sheriff's Office

The Justice Department is expanding its investigation into Rankin County Sheriff's Department for a pattern of unconstitutional policing and violence.

Ex-Kansas Police Detective Found Dead on First Day of His Trial

Roger Golubski, facing serious charges of civil rights violations, died on the first day of his trial, impacting the pursuit of justice for his alleged victims.

Warning Signs for Philanthropy: The Authoritarian Crackdown on Social Movements - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Growing authoritarian attacks on freedoms by government officials and the significant impact on social justice movements.

California police pressured him to confess to a murder that never happened

Tom Perez endured a traumatic police interrogation after reporting his father missing; no wrongdoing was acknowledged despite a settlement for false imprisonment.
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Boston man alleged attacked trans woman on MBTA train, charged with civil rights violation

A Boston man faces serious charges for assaulting a transgender woman, highlighting issues of violence against marginalized communities.

Ex-Officer Took Nude Images From Women's Phones in Traffic Stops, U.S. Says

A former Missouri police officer was indicted for unlawfully searching women's cellphones during traffic stops to obtain nude images.

Florida sues FEMA for discrimination accusing it of denying aid to Trump supporters

FEMA is being sued for allegedly discriminating against hurricane victims based on political affiliation.
Florida AG Ashley Moody emphasizes the need for equal treatment among all storm victims, regardless of politics.

Justice Dept. Reports Broad Civil Rights Abuses at Georgia Jail System

The Justice Department reports severe civil rights violations at Fulton County jail due to overcrowding and poor conditions.

US fines Lufthansa $4M for treatment of Orthodox Jewish passengers on a 2022 flight

Lufthansa was fined $4 million for denying boarding to Jewish passengers, the largest fine for civil rights violations by an airline.

Two leaders of US white supremacist group charged over assassination hitlist

A white supremacist group plotted high-profile assassinations and incited hate crimes, revealing severe threats to targeted communities and societal stability.

19 Messed-Up Facts About US History That I'm Almost Positive You Didn't Learn In Grade School

The article highlights overlooked historical injustices in US history, urging readers to confront and challenge what they learned in school.

A Chinese millionaire, a cop for hire and an Irvine family: Inside a twisted global business dispute

Jing Liu turned to illegal methods for resolution after legal avenues failed in her long-standing $100 million dispute.
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A 2nd ex-Memphis officer pleads guilty in Tyre Nichols' death

Federal prosecutors recommend a maximum 40-year prison sentence for former police officer Emmitt Martin in the Tyre Nichols fatal beating case.

Second ex-US police officer pleads guilty in death of Tyre Nichols

A former Memphis police officer pleaded guilty to charges related to the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols, sparking renewed calls for police reform.

Former Tennessee officer accused in Tyre Nichols' death to change plea ahead of trial

Former officer plans to change his plea amid ongoing federal and state charges related to Tyre Nichols' death.

A 2nd ex-Memphis officer pleads guilty in Tyre Nichols' death

Federal prosecutors recommend a maximum 40-year prison sentence for former police officer Emmitt Martin in the Tyre Nichols fatal beating case.

Second ex-US police officer pleads guilty in death of Tyre Nichols

A former Memphis police officer pleaded guilty to charges related to the fatal beating of Tyre Nichols, sparking renewed calls for police reform.

Former Tennessee officer accused in Tyre Nichols' death to change plea ahead of trial

Former officer plans to change his plea amid ongoing federal and state charges related to Tyre Nichols' death.
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Antioch police officers named in racist texting scandal conspired to injure, oppress, threaten and intimidate' residents, lawsuit claims

Allegations of police brutality and systemic racism in Antioch

Protesting closure of Opa-locka Flea Market got vendor tased. Now, she's suing cops.

A woman is suing the city and police officers in federal court for false arrest and civil rights violations after allegedly being unlawfully arrested and mistreated.

The 44 Percent: Overtown exhibit, gentrification in Little Haiti, and Breonna Taylor

Breonna Taylor's family still fighting for justice
Justice Department prepares third trial for Brett Hankison

Antioch police officers named in racist texting scandal conspired to injure, oppress, threaten and intimidate' residents, lawsuit claims

Allegations of police brutality and systemic racism in Antioch

Protesting closure of Opa-locka Flea Market got vendor tased. Now, she's suing cops.

A woman is suing the city and police officers in federal court for false arrest and civil rights violations after allegedly being unlawfully arrested and mistreated.

The 44 Percent: Overtown exhibit, gentrification in Little Haiti, and Breonna Taylor

Breonna Taylor's family still fighting for justice
Justice Department prepares third trial for Brett Hankison
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Man jailed for days after he's mistaken for sex offender during traffic stop, suit says

A man was wrongly arrested and detained in a Los Angeles County jail after a case of mistaken identity, leading to a federal lawsuit alleging civil rights violations.

California farmworkers allege civil rights violations. Why this company says they're false

Workers at Wonderful Nurseries allege civil rights violations including lack of sexual harassment training.
Wonderful Nurseries denies the allegations and asserts compliance with training requirements.
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Torture Accusations Could Lead to Civil Rights Case in Mississippi

Federal prosecutors may sue Rankin County sheriff's department for civil rights violations, leading to potential federal monitoring.

Police Failure to Investigate Sexual Assault Is Endemic. Where Is DOJ?

Police delayed processing a Black woman's rape kit while swiftly handling a white woman's case, leading to tragic consequences.
Memphis Police Department faces accusations of mishandling rape cases, prompting a federal investigation for civil rights violations.

Torture Accusations Could Lead to Civil Rights Case in Mississippi

Federal prosecutors may sue Rankin County sheriff's department for civil rights violations, leading to potential federal monitoring.

Police Failure to Investigate Sexual Assault Is Endemic. Where Is DOJ?

Police delayed processing a Black woman's rape kit while swiftly handling a white woman's case, leading to tragic consequences.
Memphis Police Department faces accusations of mishandling rape cases, prompting a federal investigation for civil rights violations.
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DOJ demands Tennessee repeal its discriminatory HIV criminalization law

The Department of Justice has informed Tennessee that its HIV criminalization law violates the Americans with Disabilities Act.
The DOJ outlined minimum remedial measures necessary to address the law's civil rights violations.

Rep. Malliotakis' bill to fine schools for violating civil rights advances from House Ways and Means Committee

A bill proposing fines for tax-exempt schools violating students' civil rights under Title VI is advancing through Congress.

This will not be 1968.' Chicago police prepare for DNC as whole world watches once again.

The article highlights concerns about potential unrest and protests at the upcoming Democratic National Convention in Chicago, drawing parallels to the chaos of the 1968 convention.
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