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fromABA Journal
3 days ago

Domestic abuse survivor who was inspiration for new reduced-sentencing law loses bid for release

The law requires survivors such as Wilkens to prove by clear and convincing evidence that their abuse was related to their offense and a substantial contributing factor to the crime. She said she killed her former fiance, Terry Carlton, after being handcuffed and sexually assaulted, KOCO previously reported. Wilkens' attorney Colleen McCarty introduced evidence that her client killed Carlton because of a pattern of abuse that included beatings, rapes, financial extortion, psychological abuse and forced drug use. McCarty is the executive director of the Oklahoma Appleseed Center for Law & Justice.
Law
#murder
fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago
US news

Woman who allegedly murdered NYC girlfriend, cut her body into 13 pieces and took on her identity arrested 18 years later

fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago
US news

Woman who allegedly murdered NYC girlfriend, cut her body into 13 pieces and took on her identity arrested 18 years later

US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Trump apparently thinks domestic violence is not a crime. That makes sense | Moira Donegan

Trump falsely claimed National Guard deployment eliminated Washington crime while dismissing domestic violence statistics and the administration cut funding for domestic violence services.
Public health
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Trump downplays domestic violence in speech about religious freedom

President Donald Trump minimized domestic violence severity as household disputes while the administration reduced funding, restricted grant access, and cut staff for anti-domestic-violence efforts.
Law
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 days ago

Richmond: Man charged with human trafficking after domestic violence report

A 33-year-old man, Jamon Ward, was arrested and charged with human trafficking, pimping, trafficking a minor, and pandering in relation to multiple alleged victims.
fromJezebel
6 days ago

Big Win! Pam Bondi Slams the Gates on Asylum-Seekers Fleeing Domestic Violence

"When I began as a prosecutor, I started in the domestic violence unit," she stressed. "You have my word that we will do everything in our power to fight for victims of domestic violence throughout this country, as I have done my entire career."
US politics
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

That was hella stupid': Man charged after gun goes off at Oakland motel

A 26-year-old man was charged with possessing an allegedly stolen pistol after a motel shooting during a domestic dispute; only he faces charges.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Husband pleaded for help to find his missing wife. Now he faces murder charges in her death

Tyler McCain pleaded not guilty to murder charges in the disappearance and presumed death of his wife, Nikki Saelee McCain, despite no body being found.
Women
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

An Answer in the Wound: What Escaping Abuse Can Teach Us

Survivors transform trauma into powerful gifts that advance justice and offer essential insights for societal and environmental restoration.
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Former Biglaw Partner Pleads No Contest To Domestic Abuse Charges Against Dead Wife - Above the Law

Former Duane Morris partner Adam P. Beckerink pleaded no contest to charges he abused his late wife, Caitlin Tracey, and interfered with a call she made to 911. Additionally, Beckerink entered a guilty plea to a contempt of court charge for violating a no contact order. The charges stem from a 2024 incident two months before Tracey was found dead in the stairwell of Beckerink's apartment building in Chicago's South Loop, with her severed foot nearby.
Law
Women
fromLos Angeles Times
1 week ago

Domestic abuse victim uses hand signal to escape convicted felon at SoCal 7-Eleven, police say

A TikTok-popularized hand signal enabled a woman to silently request help, leading to the arrest of a suspect at a 7-Eleven in Alhambra.
#rudy-giuliani
fromAxios
1 week ago
US politics

Giuliani hurt in crash after helping domestic violence victim, spokesperson says

fromAxios
1 week ago
US politics

Giuliani hurt in crash after helping domestic violence victim, spokesperson says

UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Husband, 88, asked for forgiveness after killing wonderful' wife

An 88-year-old man unlawfully killed his 85-year-old wife of 62 years, was deemed unfit for trial, and a jury found he did the acts charged.
#femicide
Miami
fromSun Sentinel
1 week ago

Dolphins' McDaniel addresses Ryan Crow's arrest, names replacement while assistant on leave

Assistant coach Ryan Crow has been placed on indefinite administrative leave following a domestic violence battery charge; Sean Ryan will serve as interim outside linebackers coach.
#homicide
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
US politics

Fitness model busted after influencer hubby Jacob Zieben-Hood found stabbed to death on the toilet in their NYC home

fromNew York Post
1 month ago
US politics

Fitness model busted after influencer hubby Jacob Zieben-Hood found stabbed to death on the toilet in their NYC home

#stalking
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago
France news

Family of French woman killed by ex-partner to go to court to find out why she was not protected

French authorities failed to protect Sandra Pla despite repeated warnings, enabling her ex-partner to stalk and murder her.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
US news

NJ state trooper kills ex-girlfriend, her new boyfriend in murder-suicide after months of stalking her: 'She deserved so much better'

A New Jersey state trooper killed his ex-girlfriend and her boyfriend before taking his own life, following a period of stalking.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
US news

NJ state trooper kills ex-girlfriend, her new boyfriend in murder-suicide after months of stalking her: 'She deserved so much better'

US news
fromABC7 Chicago
1 week ago

Crime-busting sheriff Buford Pusser inspired Hollywood. Investigators say he killed his wife

Authorities concluded Buford Pusser killed his wife in 1967 and misrepresented the circumstances.
National Football League
fromSun Sentinel
1 week ago

Miami Dolphins outside linebackers coach Ryan Crow released on bond

Ryan Crow was arrested on a domestic violence battery charge after allegedly slapping his live-in girlfriend and was released on a $1,000 bond.
Public health
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

How Domestic Abusers Win Back Their Victims

Victim intention to recant is most influenced by perpetrator appeals to sympathy, with tactics including minimization of abuse and few direct threats.
US news
fromFortune
1 week ago

Buford Pusser, famous Tennessee sheriff who inspired Hollywood in the 1970s, may have killed his wife in 1967, authorities say

Retired Tennessee sheriff Buford Pusser killed his wife in 1967 and misled others to believe enemies murdered her.
#police-shooting
Relationships
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Asking Eric: Our children had to stop my wife from attacking me, and I don't know what to do

A spouse's escalating physical and verbal aggression creates an unsafe, abusive marriage that requires prioritizing the victim's health and safety and contacting support.
Public health
fromFast Company
1 week ago

Think twice before you step over your fellow human

People often blame individuals for homelessness despite evidence showing factors like domestic violence, evictions, unemployment, lack of support networks, and PTSD contribute.
#attempted-murder
National Football League
fromESPN.com
2 weeks ago

Texans' Ward put on commissioner exempt list

Jimmie Ward was placed on the NFL's exempt list after arrests and a lawsuit alleging family violence and sexual assault, barring him from team activities.
Public health
fromKqed
2 weeks ago

In the Face of Abuse, She Chose Survival - and Now Helps Others Do the Same | KQED

Survivors of domestic violence in Asian communities face stigma, cultural pressures, immigration-related barriers, and underreporting, while advocates and organizations provide culturally responsive support and services.
San Francisco
fromMission Local
2 weeks ago

S.F. is taking lots of misdemeanor cases to trial. But not winning them.

Eric Yuen was acquitted of six misdemeanor domestic-violence-related charges after jurors witnessed his wife chase him into San Francisco City Hall.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Kataraina by Becky Manawatu review thrilling follow-up to a hit Maori novel

Becky Manawatu described her debut, 2022's Aue, as a breath in. Its follow-up, Kataraina, she has called a breath out. It continues that first novel's themes of intergenerational trauma and violence within a largely Maori community based around the town of Kaikoura, on the east coast of New Zealand's South Island. Aue won multiple awards in New Zealand and became an international bestseller; while Kataraina fleshes out its backstory, it can also be read as a thrillingly immersive standalone.
Books
#murder-suicide
fromCbsnews
1 month ago
US politics

New Jersey murder-suicide victim's texts show suspect harassed her for months, family says

fromCbsnews
1 month ago
US politics

New Jersey murder-suicide victim's texts show suspect harassed her for months, family says

National Football League
fromESPN.com
3 weeks ago

Texans' Ward facing domestic violence civil suit

Jimmie Ward faces a civil lawsuit alleging multiple sexual and physical assaults, emotional and financial abuse, and threats, with the plaintiff seeking over $20 million.
fromwww.pressenterprise.com
3 weeks ago

California cop abused his position,' sexually assaulted women, investigator says

An investigation revealed that Officer Juan Jose Pesina Jr. abused his position by reportedly sexually assaulting multiple women while failing to activate his body-worn camera.
Social justice
fromsportslens.com
3 weeks ago

Browns' rookie Quinshon Judkins avoided a formal misdemeanor battery charge

Judkins was arrested on July 12 for a misdemeanor domestic violence and battery charge in Fort Lauderdale. Arrest reports say that Judkins grew angry after reading a text message from a family member.
Cars
fromESPN.com
4 weeks ago

Browns' Judkins won't face charge for July arrest

"This incident was not captured on any video surveillance. There are no independent witnesses to the incident. Although the victim had photos showing injuries sustained, there were also videos in that same time frame where no injuries were observed to the victim."
US news
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

Santa Rosa Police Officers Shoot and Kill Domestic Violence Suspect After Hours-Long Standoff

A seven-hour standoff in Santa Rosa ended around 5 am when police shot and killed an allegedly armed suspect during a domestic violence incident involving an ex-lover.
California
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
4 weeks ago

Man guilty of killing caring' mother as brother slept in next room

Donald Yeboah was convicted of manslaughter for fatally assaulting his mother, Leticia Brobbey, in their home.
fromBuzzFeed
4 weeks ago

Matt Rife's Makeup Ad Is Facing Major Backlash Because Of His Past Jokes About Domestic Abuse

The ad campaign by e.l.f. featuring comedian Matt Rife faced backlash due to his past jokes about domestic violence, prompting critical comments from viewers, including beauty influencers.
Women
fromConsequence
4 weeks ago

Drake Sought Details on Kendrick Lamar's Alleged Domestic Violence, Children's Paternity in UMG Lawsuit

Drake's ongoing lawsuit against UMG includes requests for documents related to allegations of domestic violence against Kendrick Lamar and communications about Lamar's children.
Music
US politics
fromemptywheel
1 month ago

"Strap Up, Cowboy:" Will Donald Trump Oust Cory Mills? - emptywheel

Donald Trump announces intentions to jail criminals in D.C. and evict unhoused individuals.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Suspect arrested after Oakland police officers come under fire

"The shooting happened about 1:30 a.m. Friday in the 1000 block of West Grand Avenue. Officers identified themselves as police and moments later at least one shot was fired at them."
California
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Diddy's bid to avoid prison: He'll become a domestic abuse counselor

Sean 'Diddy' Combs intends to become an anti-domestic violence advocate as part of his efforts to avoid prison time following his conviction for prostitution-related offenses.
Social justice
Social justice
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Livermore man agrees to 4-year prison term for brutal encampment assault

Terry Pugh accepted a four-year prison sentence for assault, following a brutal attack on his girlfriend, reduced by half with good behavior.
#crime
Film
fromPitchfork
1 month ago

Weapons Review: Fear Thy Neighbor

Harmless objects can be weaponized, as shown in Zach Cregger's horror film Weapons.
US news
fromwww.dailynews.com
1 month ago

California man on trial for murder claimed BDSM lifestyle as mask for domestic abuse, prosecutor says

Anthony Turner is accused of murdering Michelle Avan, revealing a violent side behind a charming facade.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Released violent offenders to be locked' in restriction zones in England and Wales

The plans are designed to restrict the movements of the most serious sexual and violent offenders. Technology, such as electronic tags, would be used to ensure compliance and manage risk.
UK news
#homicide-investigation
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

A New Era of Reproductive Coercion: A Conversation With Kylie Cheung

Cheung defines reproductive coercion as acts to punish or control someone's reproductive decisions, which can come from abusive partners or restrictive abortion laws.
Women
Public health
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

San Leandro couple dead in suspected murder/suicide after wife sought restraining order

A man fatally shot his wife and then himself, following her attempts to secure a restraining order against him.
Video games
fromInverse
1 month ago

Steam Banned A Horror Game Before It Could Launch, So Now It's Free

Steam and Itch.io removed many games due to vague standards from payment processors targeting sexual content, affecting developer Cara Cadaver's horror game.
NYC politics
fromwww.brooklynpaper.com
1 month ago

Crown Heights man sentenced for brutal Bed-Stuy break-in and stabbing: DA Brooklyn Paper

Clifton Turner was sentenced to 12 years in prison for breaking into his ex-girlfriend's apartment and violently stabbing her new partner.
Law
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

What to Expect During Your First Consultation with a Domestic Violence Lawyer

Consulting a competent domestic violence defense lawyer is crucial for determining legal strategy and understanding expectations.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'Tighter gun restrictions make me feel hopeful'

Stricter controls on firearms licensing come into law following a campaign prompted by tragic domestic violence.
fromVulture
1 month ago

Diddy's Ex-Girlfriend Says He Should Get Bail Before Sentencing

Virginia Huynh wrote to Judge Arun Subramanian, emphasizing her long-term association with Sean Combs and her perception of him as a family man and businessman, despite acknowledging the criminal accusations against him.
US news
Music
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Judge says Bruce Springsteen 'wouldn't be too happy' to hear his music was used to breach safety order

Springsteen's music was used by a man breaching a safety order, resulting in distress for the victim.
US politics
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 month ago

San Jose congressman wants to protect undocumented crime victims - San Jose Spotlight

Increase protections for undocumented immigrants assisting law enforcement with the Immigrant Witness and Victim Protection Act.
#shacarri-richardson
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Jobless, homeless and helpless without a man: Afghan women expelled by Iran into hands of the Taliban

Safia faced deportation back to Afghanistan after finding temporary refuge in Iran, putting her and her children at risk once again.
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Germany updates: Domestic violence at all-time high report DW 08/02/2025

Over 250,000 people suffered domestic violence in Germany last year, indicating a significant increase in such incidents.
#lgbtq
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago
SF LGBT

Court blocks Trump admin's anti-LGBTQ+ restrictions on grants for domestic violence and homeless shelters

fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago
LGBT

Court blocks Trump admin's anti-LGBTQ+ restrictions on grants for domestic violence and homeless shelters

fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago
SF LGBT

Court blocks Trump admin's anti-LGBTQ+ restrictions on grants for domestic violence and homeless shelters

fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago
LGBT

Court blocks Trump admin's anti-LGBTQ+ restrictions on grants for domestic violence and homeless shelters

fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Hayward woman who fatally stabbed boyfriend says he was beating her

Police responded to a domestic violence call where a 30-year-old man was fatally stabbed by his 25-year-old girlfriend, who claimed it was self-defense.
US news
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Strangling in Intimate Partner Violence, and What Could Help

Many women find themselves in toxic relationships due to a lack of financial independence and may stay with partners who mistreat them because of this vulnerability.
Mental health
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Husband suspected in stabbing death of 78-year-old Carmel woman

A deputy spokesperson reported that a 78-year-old woman was found with multiple stab wounds and pronounced deceased at the scene, following a call from the male suspect.
Miscellaneous
Parenting
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

My Son Overheard His Neighbor Assaulting His Girlfriend. I Can't Believe How Badly He Botched His Response.

Police involvement in domestic violence situations often leads to worse outcomes.
Support should focus on providing resources directly to the victim, rather than calling the police.
Social justice
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Orange County man gets 26-years-to-life sentence for murder of estranged girlfriend

Laura Sardinha was murdered by Craig J. Charron shortly after changing her apartment locks to escape his abuse.
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