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California

California's Prop. 36 promised to get tough on crime. Republicans demand funding for it

California Republicans demand funding for Proposition 36 despite Democratic lawmakers' silence on the issue.

fromSan Jose Inside

6 hours ago

SF politics

CA Democrats in Sacramento Backed into a Corner over Teen Sex Solicitation Bill

California Republicans leverage legislation on sex crimes to expose Democratic divides and garner media attention.

fromSacramento Bee

California

California's Prop. 36 promised to get tough on crime. Republicans demand funding for it

California Republicans demand funding for Proposition 36 despite Democratic lawmakers' silence on the issue.

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#trump-administration

10 hours ago

US politics

Commentary: The real threat behind reopening Alcatraz

Trump is reversing criminal justice reforms, increasing police power, and undermining judicial decisions concerning excessive force.

fromwww.mediaite.com

Social justice

The Weaponization Will Be Gone!' Trump's AG Pick Pam Bondi Vows Not to Weaponize the DOJ

Pam Bondi promises to end partisanship and restore integrity in the Department of Justice under the Trump administration.

US politics

10 hours ago

Commentary: The real threat behind reopening Alcatraz

Trump is reversing criminal justice reforms, increasing police power, and undermining judicial decisions concerning excessive force.

fromwww.mediaite.com

more#trump-administration

Social justice

The Weaponization Will Be Gone!' Trump's AG Pick Pam Bondi Vows Not to Weaponize the DOJ

Pam Bondi promises to end partisanship and restore integrity in the Department of Justice under the Trump administration.

NYPD commish Jessica Tisch has 'very direct' meeting with soft-on-crime Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie

NYPD Commissioner Tisch emphasizes the urgent need for criminal justice reform due to soaring recidivism rates in New York City.

Exclusive | How new NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch is tackling recidivism and re-shaping the nation's largest police department

Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch is committed to addressing recidivism and seeks reforms to the criminal justice system following the tragic stabbing of 14-year-old Caleb Rios.

fromStreetsblog

23 hours ago

NYC politics

NYPD's Red Light Criminalization Marks 'Obscene' Escalation: Advocates - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD's new policy criminalizes cyclists for low-level infractions, reversing decriminalization efforts.

NYPD commish Jessica Tisch has 'very direct' meeting with soft-on-crime Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie

NYPD Commissioner Tisch emphasizes the urgent need for criminal justice reform due to soaring recidivism rates in New York City.

Exclusive | How new NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch is tackling recidivism and re-shaping the nation's largest police department

Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch is committed to addressing recidivism and seeks reforms to the criminal justice system following the tragic stabbing of 14-year-old Caleb Rios.

fromStreetsblog

23 hours ago

NYC politics

NYPD's Red Light Criminalization Marks 'Obscene' Escalation: Advocates - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD's new policy criminalizes cyclists for low-level infractions, reversing decriminalization efforts.

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fromMedium

3 years ago

NYC music

So You Want to Win Back Your Ex...

Performative actions in celebrity culture must yield to genuine efforts for social change.

Here's where Gov. Hochul and lawmakers still don't agree on NY state budget

New York's budget negotiations remain stalled over criminal discovery law changes essential to Governor Hochul's policy priorities.

Hochul, NY lawmakers to blow past budget deadline in 'standstill' over discovery law reforms

New York's budget negotiations are stalled due to disagreement over proposed changes to discovery laws.

Governor Hochul's proposed changes seek to address issues with evidence sharing in criminal trials.

fromIntelligencer

Why Hochul Is Picking a Fight Over Criminal-Justice Reform

Governor Hochul is committed to reforming New York's criminal justice to better protect domestic violence victims, drawing from her personal experiences.

3 days ago

How a $254 Billion Budget Deal Might Become a Battle Plan for Democrats

Gov. Hochul's budget proposal emphasizes family support and criminal justice reform as key elements in her strategy ahead of the re-election campaign.

fromGothamist

Here's where Gov. Hochul and lawmakers still don't agree on NY state budget

New York's budget negotiations remain stalled over criminal discovery law changes essential to Governor Hochul's policy priorities.

Hochul, NY lawmakers to blow past budget deadline in 'standstill' over discovery law reforms

New York's budget negotiations are stalled due to disagreement over proposed changes to discovery laws.

Governor Hochul's proposed changes seek to address issues with evidence sharing in criminal trials.

fromIntelligencer

Why Hochul Is Picking a Fight Over Criminal-Justice Reform

Governor Hochul is committed to reforming New York's criminal justice to better protect domestic violence victims, drawing from her personal experiences.

fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

3 days ago

How a $254 Billion Budget Deal Might Become a Battle Plan for Democrats

Gov. Hochul's budget proposal emphasizes family support and criminal justice reform as key elements in her strategy ahead of the re-election campaign.

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Non-profit organizations

Trump's "Opening Salvo" in His War Against Criminal Justice Reform Starts With This Nonprofit - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

The Vera Institute of Justice had its federal grants canceled, jeopardizing key justice and safety programs.

Non-profit organizations

Doge tried to embed staffers in criminal justice non-profit, says group

Doge's staff demanded a meeting with the Vera Institute to discuss embedding within their organization, threatening non-compliance repercussions regarding Trump's executive order.

fromBrooklyn Eagle

City Council sets policy brief on steps for closure of Rikers Island

City Council calls for urgent actions to permanently close Rikers Island and transition to a borough-based jail system.

Mayor Adams calls on Albany to act as budget stalls: Some lawmakers 'don't believe' NYC has 'recidivism problem'

Mayor Adams urges for urgent reforms in discovery laws and mental health policies amid growing recidivism concerns.

If NY doesn't amend discovery laws, proverbial 'broken windows' will remain broken

Public safety is the top concern for New Yorkers, with crime rates significantly above pre-pandemic levels.

Defund the Police? Mayoral Candidates Now Want to Hire More Officers.

Zellnor Myrie balances support for criminal justice reform with a strong emphasis on public safety in his mayoral campaign.

Top Judge Favors a Second Chance for Those Languishing in Prison

Prolonged incarceration doesn't improve safety; a new bill could allow prisoners to seek reduced sentences.

New York City

NYC sees 'staggering' 146.5% spike in felony assaults by repeat offenders as top cops 'broken' system that keeps putting criminals back on street

New York City experienced a 146.5% rise in felony assault re-offenders over six years, indicating serious issues within the justice system.

NYC politics

Nassau DA Anne Donnelly heads to Albany to demand changes to 'pro-criminal' discovery law: 'Victims continue to suffer'

D.A. Anne Donnelly emphasizes the need to reform New York's discovery laws to enhance public safety and reduce crime.

Mayor Adams calls on Albany to act as budget stalls: Some lawmakers 'don't believe' NYC has 'recidivism problem'

Mayor Adams urges for urgent reforms in discovery laws and mental health policies amid growing recidivism concerns.

If NY doesn't amend discovery laws, proverbial 'broken windows' will remain broken

Public safety is the top concern for New Yorkers, with crime rates significantly above pre-pandemic levels.

Defund the Police? Mayoral Candidates Now Want to Hire More Officers.

Zellnor Myrie balances support for criminal justice reform with a strong emphasis on public safety in his mayoral campaign.

Top Judge Favors a Second Chance for Those Languishing in Prison

Prolonged incarceration doesn't improve safety; a new bill could allow prisoners to seek reduced sentences.

New York City

NYC sees 'staggering' 146.5% spike in felony assaults by repeat offenders as top cops 'broken' system that keeps putting criminals back on street

New York City experienced a 146.5% rise in felony assault re-offenders over six years, indicating serious issues within the justice system.

NYC politics

Nassau DA Anne Donnelly heads to Albany to demand changes to 'pro-criminal' discovery law: 'Victims continue to suffer'

D.A. Anne Donnelly emphasizes the need to reform New York's discovery laws to enhance public safety and reduce crime.

NY's discovery laws harm domestic violence victims, Gov. Hochul argues: 'No longer turn a blind eye'

New York's criminal justice laws have caused a significant drop in domestic violence convictions, leading to serious concerns for victim safety and justice.

Dialing in: Brooklyn-based start-up Good Call uses tech to ensure legal support at arrest * Brooklyn Paper

Jelani Anglin founded Good Call NYC to provide immediate legal representation for individuals facing arrest, particularly young Black men.

California

Kim Kardashian wants higher pay rate for inmate firefighters: 'I see them as heroes'

Kim Kardashian advocates for higher wages for incarcerated firefighters in California, recognizing their vital contributions during wildfires.

Brooklyn

fromBrooklyn Paper

Dialing in: Brooklyn-based start-up Good Call uses tech to ensure legal support at arrest * Brooklyn Paper

Jelani Anglin founded Good Call NYC to provide immediate legal representation for individuals facing arrest, particularly young Black men.

California

Kim Kardashian wants higher pay rate for inmate firefighters: 'I see them as heroes'

Kim Kardashian advocates for higher wages for incarcerated firefighters in California, recognizing their vital contributions during wildfires.

Harm reduction advocates worry the state wants to ramp up drug criminalization Bronx Times

Advocates urge rejection of drug criminalization expansion in favor of community solutions in the Bronx.

NYC kingpin nicknamed 'Ghost' who ran $10K-a-week Times Square drug ring had sentence tossed by Joe Biden

Former President Biden's commutation of sentences led to the release of drug dealer Johnny Perez, reigniting concerns about criminal justice reforms.

fromwww.aljazeera.com

Left-wing politics

Biden grants clemency to 2,500 people convicted of nonviolent drug crimes

Biden commuted sentences for nearly 2,500 nonviolent drug offenders, highlighting efforts to correct historic sentencing disparities.

fromwww.bxtimes.com

Harm reduction advocates worry the state wants to ramp up drug criminalization Bronx Times

Advocates urge rejection of drug criminalization expansion in favor of community solutions in the Bronx.

NYC kingpin nicknamed 'Ghost' who ran $10K-a-week Times Square drug ring had sentence tossed by Joe Biden

Former President Biden's commutation of sentences led to the release of drug dealer Johnny Perez, reigniting concerns about criminal justice reforms.

fromwww.aljazeera.com

Biden grants clemency to 2,500 people convicted of nonviolent drug crimes

Biden commuted sentences for nearly 2,500 nonviolent drug offenders, highlighting efforts to correct historic sentencing disparities.

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#alameda-county

Social justice

Ursula Jones Dickson sworn in as Alameda County's new top prosecutor, succeeding recalled DA Pamela Price

Ursula Jones Dickson vowed to implement significant changes as Alameda County's new district attorney following the recall of her predecessor.

fromThe Oaklandside

East Bay (California)

What's ousted DA Pamela Price up to now? Making a podcast

Pamela Price launches podcast to discuss criminal justice reform and her experiences after being recalled as Alameda County's District Attorney.

Medicine

Letters: Next Alameda County DA must embrace Care First

The next DA in Alameda County must commit to the Care First initiative to improve public safety and community care.

Social justice

Ursula Jones Dickson sworn in as Alameda County's new top prosecutor, succeeding recalled DA Pamela Price

Ursula Jones Dickson vowed to implement significant changes as Alameda County's new district attorney following the recall of her predecessor.

fromThe Oaklandside

East Bay (California)

What's ousted DA Pamela Price up to now? Making a podcast

Pamela Price launches podcast to discuss criminal justice reform and her experiences after being recalled as Alameda County's District Attorney.

Medicine

Letters: Next Alameda County DA must embrace Care First

The next DA in Alameda County must commit to the Care First initiative to improve public safety and community care.

President Trump: Why Releasing Cannabis Prisoners and Legalizing Weed Benefits America | stupidDOPE

The U.S. must address cannabis-related incarceration disparity while embracing legalization for economic and social benefits.

fromABC7 San Francisco

SF politics

Santa Clara Co. Sheriff's Office redesigns daily jail population dashboard in push for transparency

Santa Clara County's Sheriff's office launched a new interactive jail population dashboard to enhance data transparency and accessibility.

Law

Kim Kardashian called him a Texas death row inmate on Instagram. He wasn't, and he's suing

Kim Kardashian faces a defamation lawsuit for mistakenly identifying an innocent man as a death row inmate, causing him emotional distress.

#recidivism

UK politics

The Guardian view on the Gauke review: prison isn't working | Editorial

Prison overcrowding in England and Wales is a critical issue requiring urgent reform, focusing on prevention and rehabilitation alongside punishment.

Miscellaneous

Death by 'diversion' - victim count of NYC's 'justice reforms' keep rising

Two criminals avoided jail through a diversion program and were later charged with murder, raising concerns about criminal justice reforms.

UK politics

The Guardian view on the Gauke review: prison isn't working | Editorial

Prison overcrowding in England and Wales is a critical issue requiring urgent reform, focusing on prevention and rehabilitation alongside punishment.

Miscellaneous

Death by 'diversion' - victim count of NYC's 'justice reforms' keep rising

Two criminals avoided jail through a diversion program and were later charged with murder, raising concerns about criminal justice reforms.

Leonard Peltier Is Released After Nearly 50 Years in Prison

Leonard Peltier, who maintained his innocence, is released to home confinement after nearly 50 years in prison, celebrated by Indigenous rights activists.

UK politics

fromwww.bbc.com

'Tough on crime' policies behind prison crisis, says review

Current crime policies haven't decreased reoffending rates but have increased prison overcrowding.

Radical reforms are needed to prevent capacity issues in prisons by 2026.

#elizabeth-holmes

fromSFGATE

Medicine

Elizabeth Holmes still isn't sorry

Elizabeth Holmes denies wrongdoing in Theranos fraud despite her conviction.

fromABC7 San Francisco

Medicine

Convicted Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes opens up from prison: Here's what she's up to

Elizabeth Holmes plans to return to health care technology after prison, while advocating for criminal justice reform.

fromSFGATE

Medicine

Elizabeth Holmes still isn't sorry

Elizabeth Holmes denies wrongdoing in Theranos fraud despite her conviction.

fromABC7 San Francisco

Medicine

Convicted Theranos founder Elizabeth Holmes opens up from prison: Here's what she's up to

Elizabeth Holmes plans to return to health care technology after prison, while advocating for criminal justice reform.

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#clemency

Joe Biden commutes sentences of nearly 2,500 non-violent drug offenders

Biden commuted nearly 2,500 sentences for non-violent drug offenses, emphasizing a shift in sentencing standards and reforms in criminal justice.

fromTruthout

Left-wing politics

Biden Should Go Beyond Commutations for Death Row and Commute Life Sentences Too

Biden's presidency has seen record clemencies aimed at correcting injustices related to nonviolent crimes and capital punishment.

New York City

Virginia Governor Criticizes Biden for Commuting Sentences of 2 Men

Governor Youngkin criticized President Biden for commuting life sentences of two men involved in a police officer's death, disregarding advice from federal prosecutors.

Joe Biden commutes sentences of nearly 2,500 non-violent drug offenders

Biden commuted nearly 2,500 sentences for non-violent drug offenses, emphasizing a shift in sentencing standards and reforms in criminal justice.

fromTruthout

Left-wing politics

Biden Should Go Beyond Commutations for Death Row and Commute Life Sentences Too

Biden's presidency has seen record clemencies aimed at correcting injustices related to nonviolent crimes and capital punishment.

New York City

Virginia Governor Criticizes Biden for Commuting Sentences of 2 Men

Governor Youngkin criticized President Biden for commuting life sentences of two men involved in a police officer's death, disregarding advice from federal prosecutors.

Prison abuse, deaths and escapes prompt calls for more oversight

Inadequate oversight in U.S. prisons is leading to worsening conditions and calls for reform as legislators seek to improve accountability.

fromBKReader

Brooklyn

Flatbush Assemblymember to Focus on Criminal Justice Reforms, Workers' Rights And Tax Cuts in 2025

Rodneyse Bichotte-Hermelyn emphasizes housing, criminal justice reform, and maternal health as key priorities in her 2025 State of the District Address.

US news

A Georgia Prosecutor Has Long Regretted Sending a Man Away for Life. Can He Fix It?

Kelly Burke acknowledged sentencing Jessie Askew Jr. to life without parole was the biggest mistake of his career.

Los Angeles

Dist. Atty. Nathan Hochman hires new special prosecutor for police misconduct

L.A. County hired special prosecutor Michael Gennaco to investigate police misconduct after firing predecessor Lawrence Middleton.

fromBoston.com

Miscellaneous

8 convicted of murder while young adults become first to be paroled under new SJC decision

The Massachusetts Supreme Court ruling allows youthful offenders sentenced to life without parole to become eligible for parole, impacting over 200 individuals.

#retail-theft

Miscellaneous

New California crime laws seek to deter retail theft, property crimes

California is introducing new laws to address rising social anxiety over property crimes without reverting to harsh historical punishments.

fromSan Jose Inside

California

California Stiffens Penalties for Theft, and More Changes Are Coming

California enacts tougher penalties for retail theft and drug offenses, aiming to increase prosecution effectiveness and accountability.

Miscellaneous

New California crime laws seek to deter retail theft, property crimes

California is introducing new laws to address rising social anxiety over property crimes without reverting to harsh historical punishments.

fromSan Jose Inside