CRIMINAL JUSTICE

Oct 18 2024CRIME

Drug Boss 'Big Meech' Starts Fresh in Miami

Big Meech, real name Demetrius Flenory, is trading his cell for a Miami residential program. He was once a powerful drug trafficker who co-founded the Black Mafia Family. At 56, he's now focusing on a new chapter after spending 20 years behind bars. In 2008, he was sentenced to 30 years for dru

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Oct 15 2024CRIME

The First U. S. Shaken Baby Syndrome Execution: What You Need to Know

This week, a Texas man might become the first person in the U.S. to be executed for a murder tied to shaken baby syndrome. Robert Roberson, 57, is set to receive a lethal injection on Thursday for the death of his 2-year-old daughter, Nikki Curtis, back in 2002. He has maintained his innocence, and

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Oct 14 2024POLITICS

Kamala Harris: Shifting Stances on Criminal Justice

Kamala Harris has always been a figure of interest, particularly due to her evolving views on crucial topics like the death penalty and criminal justice reforms. Starting her career as a young prosecutor, Harris firmly opposed capital punishment. However, when she ran for California attorney general

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Oct 05 2024CELEBRITIES

Kim Kardashian Wants New Look at Menendez Brothers' Case

You might know Kim Kardashian from her reality shows, but she's also been speaking up about something serious: the case of Lyle and Erik Menendez. These brothers were convicted for killing their parents back in 1989 and have been in prison ever since. Kim thinks it's time to reconsider their life se

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Oct 04 2024OPINION

The Great Reckoning: California's Experiment in Soft Justice

California's Proposition 47, passed in 2014, aimed to reduce mass incarceration and create a more equitable justice system. However, the well-intentioned reform has led to unintended consequences that are now fueling voter frustration. The state is grappling with an increase in property crimes and h

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Sep 23 2024LIFESTYLE

Breaking Chains: The Power of Education in Prison

As the prison gates swing open, a new generation of scholars is emerging. For the past decade, Boston College has been at the forefront of this movement, offering a liberal arts education to inmates behind bars. On September 23, the university will host its first-ever graduation ceremony, marking a

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Sep 15 2024OPINION

The Silent War on Black Women Prosecutors: A Threat to Justice and Equality

The recent attacks on Black women prosecutors are not only a personal affront but also a threat to the future of the criminal justice system. As a society, we are complicit in allowing these attacks to persist, and it's time we take a closer look at the harm they cause. The language used to describe

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Sep 15 2024LIFESTYLE

Behind the Scenes of Migrant Crime: A Story of Stonewalling and Sanctuary

The recent allegations of "stonewalling" by Rep. Nicole Malliotakis against the NYPD and Mayor Eric Adams regarding the release of data on crimes committed by migrants in or around taxpayer-funded shelters have sparked a heated debate. Malliotakis, a Republican from Staten Island, claimed that the a

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Sep 15 2024LIFESTYLE

Gaslighting New York: The Unseen Consequences of the Migrant Crisis

The migrant crisis in New York has been shrouded in controversy, with many claiming that crime is not a significant issue. However, a recent Post exclusive has blown the lid off the truth: "asylum-seeking" criminals are clogging the city's courts. But what does this really mean? Let's dive deeper.

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Sep 15 2024POLITICS

The Great Cannabis Conundrum: Is the Industry Liberal or Conservative?

The question of whether the cannabis industry is liberal or conservative has long been a topic of debate. On one hand, the industry's early days were marked by a strong liberal presence, with Democrats leading the charge for legalization. However, as the industry has grown and evolved, a new reality

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