Other suspects named in Michael Francke killingOregon leaders are demanding the FBI investigate the 1989 murder of Michael Francke after the convicted killer was declared innocent.
Brooklyn Man's Murder Conviction OverturnedBrooklyn man's murder conviction vacated after re-evaluation reveals unreliable eyewitness testimony and inadequate police investigation.
Exonerated man reaches $7 million settlement after 48 years in prisonGlynn Simmons was exonerated in 2023 after nearly 50 years in prison, and has reached a $7.2 million settlement against Edmond, Oklahoma.
Lowell man proven innocent of 1986 murder awarded $13 million, but state law caps payout at $1 millionMichael Sullivan was exonerated after 26 years in prison, but a state law limits his compensation to $1 million instead of the awarded $13 million.
Trump sued for defamation by 'Central Park Five'The Central Park Five sued Trump for defamation over false claims regarding their guilt made during a presidential debate.
Exonerated prisoner awarded $1.4m after 46 years spent on death row in JapanIwao Hakamada, the longest-serving death row inmate, awarded $1.4 million after wrongful conviction and exoneration in 2024.
Sing Sing actor JJ Velazquez exonerated after wrongful convictionJon-Adrian JJ Velazquez's homicide conviction was vacated after 24 years, highlighting the impact of rehabilitation and justice reform.
Brooklyn Man's Murder Conviction OverturnedBrooklyn man's murder conviction vacated after re-evaluation reveals unreliable eyewitness testimony and inadequate police investigation.
Exonerated man reaches $7 million settlement after 48 years in prisonGlynn Simmons was exonerated in 2023 after nearly 50 years in prison, and has reached a $7.2 million settlement against Edmond, Oklahoma.
Lowell man proven innocent of 1986 murder awarded $13 million, but state law caps payout at $1 millionMichael Sullivan was exonerated after 26 years in prison, but a state law limits his compensation to $1 million instead of the awarded $13 million.
Trump sued for defamation by 'Central Park Five'The Central Park Five sued Trump for defamation over false claims regarding their guilt made during a presidential debate.
Exonerated prisoner awarded $1.4m after 46 years spent on death row in JapanIwao Hakamada, the longest-serving death row inmate, awarded $1.4 million after wrongful conviction and exoneration in 2024.
Sing Sing actor JJ Velazquez exonerated after wrongful convictionJon-Adrian JJ Velazquez's homicide conviction was vacated after 24 years, highlighting the impact of rehabilitation and justice reform.
East Bay caretaker was accused of pimping and raping dependent woman. Then the paternity test came backDNA evidence exonerated a caretaker accused of rape after he was falsely implicated based on the claims of a woman with mental health issues.
Hawaii Man Wrongfully Convicted of Murder Is Freed After 30 YearsGordon Cordeiro was exonerated after 30 years due to new DNA evidence proving his innocence.
East Bay caretaker was accused of pimping and raping dependent woman. Then the paternity test came backDNA evidence exonerated a caretaker accused of rape after he was falsely implicated based on the claims of a woman with mental health issues.
Hawaii Man Wrongfully Convicted of Murder Is Freed After 30 YearsGordon Cordeiro was exonerated after 30 years due to new DNA evidence proving his innocence.
Brussels human rights NGO welcomes Gabriel Popoviciu's court winGabriel Popoviciu was fully exonerated by Romania's High Court after nearly 19 years of legal battles, highlighting serious judicial impartiality concerns.
Central Park Five Sues Trump for Defamatory' Remarks Made at Presidential DebateThe Central Park Five have filed a defamation lawsuit against Donald Trump for false statements made during a debate.
Final chapter of the special counsel's Jan. 6 case against Trump is now public. Here's what to knowSmith's report emphasizes that Trump's claim of exoneration is false, indicating the complex judicial and political ramifications of prosecuting a former president.
The Central Park 5 are exonerated. Trump doesn't seem to think soDonald Trump continues to assert that the Central Park Five were guilty despite their exoneration, reflecting persistent racial tensions and biases.
Trump Seeks Dismissal of Central Park Five Defamation LawsuitTrump petitions to dismiss a defamation lawsuit from the Central Park Five, claiming First Amendment protections for his statements.
Chabria: Exonerated Five remind us Trump has never cared about justiceThe Central Park Five case illustrates systemic racism in the criminal justice system, compounded by Trump's refusal to acknowledge their innocence despite conclusive evidence.
Central Park Five Sues Trump for Defamatory' Remarks Made at Presidential DebateThe Central Park Five have filed a defamation lawsuit against Donald Trump for false statements made during a debate.
Final chapter of the special counsel's Jan. 6 case against Trump is now public. Here's what to knowSmith's report emphasizes that Trump's claim of exoneration is false, indicating the complex judicial and political ramifications of prosecuting a former president.
The Central Park 5 are exonerated. Trump doesn't seem to think soDonald Trump continues to assert that the Central Park Five were guilty despite their exoneration, reflecting persistent racial tensions and biases.
Trump Seeks Dismissal of Central Park Five Defamation LawsuitTrump petitions to dismiss a defamation lawsuit from the Central Park Five, claiming First Amendment protections for his statements.
Chabria: Exonerated Five remind us Trump has never cared about justiceThe Central Park Five case illustrates systemic racism in the criminal justice system, compounded by Trump's refusal to acknowledge their innocence despite conclusive evidence.
Brooklyn DA's Conviction Review Unit fights to right past wrongsBrooklyn's Conviction Review Unit works to overturn wrongful convictions through careful review of past cases, showing the system's flaws and dedication to justice.
Criminal Law Professors Help Exonerate Falsely Convicted ManCheryl Wattley's work in exonerating a falsely convicted man exemplifies the critical intersection of law education and social justice advocacy.
Man exonerated of one murder pleads guilty to anotherShaurn Thomas, exonerated in 2017, pleaded guilty to another murder, exposing challenges of reintegration after wrongful imprisonment.
Witness who failed to attend murder trial sues law professor cleared of murderDiarmuid Phelan, though exonerated from murder charges, is still dealing with ongoing personal injury cases.
Brooklyn DA's Conviction Review Unit fights to right past wrongsBrooklyn's Conviction Review Unit works to overturn wrongful convictions through careful review of past cases, showing the system's flaws and dedication to justice.
Criminal Law Professors Help Exonerate Falsely Convicted ManCheryl Wattley's work in exonerating a falsely convicted man exemplifies the critical intersection of law education and social justice advocacy.
Man exonerated of one murder pleads guilty to anotherShaurn Thomas, exonerated in 2017, pleaded guilty to another murder, exposing challenges of reintegration after wrongful imprisonment.
Witness who failed to attend murder trial sues law professor cleared of murderDiarmuid Phelan, though exonerated from murder charges, is still dealing with ongoing personal injury cases.
Trump sued by Central Park Five for defamation over claims made during Harris debateDonald Trump faces a defamation lawsuit from the Central Park Five over false claims made during a debate about their convictions.
Central Park 5 Sue Trump Over Debate Comments Wrongly Calling Them GuiltyFive men formerly known as the 'Central Park Five' sued Trump for falsely asserting their guilt, causing emotional distress and reputational damage.
Trump sued by Central Park Five for defamation over claims made during Harris debateDonald Trump faces a defamation lawsuit from the Central Park Five over false claims made during a debate about their convictions.
Central Park 5 Sue Trump Over Debate Comments Wrongly Calling Them GuiltyFive men formerly known as the 'Central Park Five' sued Trump for falsely asserting their guilt, causing emotional distress and reputational damage.
True crime drama at Supreme Court pits Oklahoma against its top criminal courtRichard Glossip's potential exoneration highlights issues of prosecutorial misconduct and calls into question the integrity of death penalty cases.
Convicted Long Island killer John Bittrolff calls on DA to review case after Rex Heuermann charged in 'eerily similar' killingJohn Bittrolff seeks exoneration after similarities found between his case and recent charges against Rex Heuermann for a 1993 murder.
Court clears man with severe learning difficulties of 1990 London murderOliver Campbell's exoneration highlights the longstanding issues of police interrogation tactics and the need for a more nuanced understanding of cognitive disabilities in legal contexts.
Navy Exonerates Black Sailors Unfairly Convicted After World War II DisasterThe Port Chicago explosion in 1944 led to the unjust conviction of 258 Black sailors, known as the Port Chicago 50, which later contributed to the civil rights movement.
Families look back on legacy of Port Chicago and the fight for exoneration at Concord commemorationThe Navy recently exonerated all men involved in the Port Chicago disaster, highlighting the injustice faced by Black sailors during World War II.
Navy Exonerates Black Sailors Unfairly Convicted After World War II DisasterThe Port Chicago explosion in 1944 led to the unjust conviction of 258 Black sailors, known as the Port Chicago 50, which later contributed to the civil rights movement.
Families look back on legacy of Port Chicago and the fight for exoneration at Concord commemorationThe Navy recently exonerated all men involved in the Port Chicago disaster, highlighting the injustice faced by Black sailors during World War II.
Exonerated: Bay Area leaders react after Navy clears Black sailors convicted in World War II Port Chicago explosionBlack sailors charged with mutiny in 1944 Port Chicago explosion exonerated after 80 years, addressing historic injustice and segregation issues.