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Published on 14:23 GMT

Incarcerated women learn to braid hair at Santa Rita Jail

Roqel Connors of the Freedom Braiders teaches at Santa Rita Jail. May 12, 2025 DUBLIN, Calif. - Nikki Tims was busy learning to braid an intricate dollar sign design on the back of a mannequin's head at Santa Rita Jail in a pioneering program that she …

Source: KTVU - California - Indeterminate
Published on 16:54 GMT

Arkansas prison board chooses contractor to build new 3,000-bed penitentiary

From the Arkansas Advocate: The Arkansas Board of Corrections on Thursday chose a partnership between Arkansas and Kansas City-based firms to build a proposed new 3,000-bed prison. In a special-called meeting via videoconference, the seven-member board …

Source: Little Rock Public Radio - Arkansas - Public Broadcaster
Published on 13:02 GMT

California Sheriff’s Department errors led to slaying of inmate, grand jury says

A report by the Riverside County civil grand jury says errors by the Sheriff’s Department’s inmate screeners and flaws in the booking process resulted in a felon with a violent past mistakenly being placed with low-risk inmates in a vocational program at …

Source: East Bay Times - California - Neutral
Published on 11:28 GMT

Tory Lanez Feeling Much Better After Prison Stabbing

Published May 16, 2025 3:00 AM PDT Tory Lanez is on the mend and feeling much better after getting stabbed 14 times in a California state prison, TMZ has learned. Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ ... the rapper was transferred back to the prison …

Source: TMZ - Indeterminate
Published on 00:59 GMT

Convicted rapist from Sonora gets 7 years in California state prison

A Sonora man convicted of forcible rape, attempted forced oral copulation and assault by means of force likely to produce great bodily injury in connection with a November 2022 attack was sentenced last week to a total of seven years in California state …

Source: The Union Democrat - California - Pending
Published on 09:49 GMT

California may close another prison by October of 2026, saving $150 million annually for the state

The State of California could shut down another prison by October of 2026, which could save the state around $150 million dollars annually. The prison that could be shut down was not named in Newsom's revised budget proposal. SACRAMENTO, Calif. - …

Source: KNVN - California - Pending
Published on 18:09 GMT

DA highlights Prop 36 success as Kern County sees prison sentences for serial thefts

BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK/KBFX) — The Kern County District Attorney's Office announced that a man has been sentenced to two years and eight months in prison for petty theft with two prior convictions, marking the second prison sentence under …

Source: BakersfieldNow - California - Center-right
Published on 14:04 GMT

Point Buckler Island: Rescuing a keystone of the California Delta

Point Buckler lies in an area where the fresh water of the Sacramento River and its tributaries surrender to the salty water of the Bay and the Pacific Ocean. This mostly flat, mostly barren dollop of marshland perched on the edge of Suisun Bay might not …

Source: East Bay Times - California - Neutral
Published on 15:24 GMT

Last defendant in Polar Air Cargo fraud case sentenced to jail

Polar Air Cargo no longer exists, but the people involved in a scheme to defraud the airline of $32 million are still paying the price. The U.S. government on Thursday announced the latest sentencing in the case. Skye Xu was sentenced to two years in …

Source: FreightWaves - Pending
Published on 14:28 GMT

Shock update in Tory Lanez's health after he was stabbed 14 times in jail

Tory Lanez is recovering well and has been transferred back to prison, days after a shock attack that left him in critical condition. The musician, 32, suffered severe injuries after he was stabbed 14 times in a Tehachapi-based California Correctional …

Source: Daily Mail - Right-wing
Published on 08:58 GMT

California officer's gun stolen by half-naked suspect who was later shot dead by another officer: bodycam

An officer in Fountain Valley, California, was seen on bodycam footage begging a half-naked man who stole her gun to not shoot her before another officer shot and killed him. (Credit: Fountain Valley Police Department) A California police officer shot and …

Source: Fox News - Right-wing
Published on 17:00 GMT

Kristi Noem refuses to say if gay hairdresser deported to notorious prison is still alive

South Dakota governor Kristi Noem. (Getty/Brandon Bell) Secretary of homeland security Kristi Noem has refused to discuss the fate of a gay hairdresser with no criminal record, who was deported to a brutal mega prison in El Salvador under the US …

Source: Pink News - Left-wing
Published on 15:40 GMT

Forced into Decency: California Democrats’ Political Pivot on Sex Trafficking 16-17 Year Olds

In perhaps one of the most disgusting displays of gruesome politics, California Democrats recently blocked a bill to make purchasing sex from 16-17-year-olds a felony, the Globe reported in “California Democrats Reach New Lows Supporting Sex Trafficking, …

Source: California Globe - Pending
Published on 16:15 GMT

Suspect starts brush fire in California state park while fleeing sheriff's deputies

A man with a sword fleeing Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s deputies started a brush fire during his attempt to get away, authorities said. The wild sequence of events started when deputies received a report of a “suspect exhibiting odd behavior” on …

Source: The Daily Pilot - Calfornia - Pending
Published on 07:02 GMT

Fresno man sentenced to 15 years in prison for DUI crash that killed a young girl in 2022

FRESNO, Calif. (FOX26) — A man will now spend 15 years to life in state prison for murder and gross vehicular manslaughter while intoxicated. Thursday, 28-year-old Michael Mendoza, was sentenced for a 2022 crash that killed a 17-year-old girl. Mendoza …

Source: KMPH - California - Center-right
Published on 05:51 GMT

Shasta County man faces 20 years in prison for $35 million investment fraud scheme

SHASTA COUNTY, Calif. — Federal prosecutors announced Thursday that a man from Palo Cedro pleaded guilty to all 27 counts in a $35 million investment fraud case, admitting to wire fraud, money laundering and witness tampering. The US Department of Justice …

Source: KRCR - California - Center-right
Published on 04:25 GMT

30 indicted in federal crackdown on violent gang tied to Georgia prison system

Authorities indicted 30 suspects linked to the alleged Sex Money Murder gang on violent and financial crime charges in Georgia. SAVANNAH, Ga. — Thirty people believed to be members or associates of the gang Sex Money Murder (SMM) have been indicted in the …

Source: 11 Alive - Georgia - Pending
Published on 00:08 GMT

California man who used underwater scooter in lake to try to evade arrest pleads guilty to fraud

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — A California man who tried to evade arrest by jumping into a lake with an underwater scooter pleaded guilty Thursday to fraud, money laundering and witness tampering in connection with a $35 million investment fraud scheme, …

Source: Associated Press - Neutral
Published on 02:45 GMT

Bill requiring air conditioning in all Texas prisons wins House approval

Sign up for The Brief, The Texas Tribune’s daily newsletter that keeps readers up to speed on the most essential Texas news. The Texas House passed Friday a bill requiring prisons to have air conditioning by the end of 2032. Lawmakers passed 79-39 House …

Source: KSAT - Texas - Neutral

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 02:43 GMT

Former West Virginia Supervisory Correctional Officer Sentenced to more than 17 Years in Prison on Conspiracy and ...

Chad Lester, a former Lieutenant at the Southern Regional Jail in Beaver, West Virginia, was sentenced today for his role in covering up an assault by correctional officers that resulted in the death of inmate Quantez Burks on March 1, 2022. Lester, 35, of …

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Published on May 15, 2025 - 08:06 GMT

Correctional Services alerts public about Krugersdorp Correctional Facility job scam

Krugersdorp Correctional Facility wishes to alert the public to a fraudulent job scam currently circulating in the West Rand Region, Gauteng Province. Unsuspecting individuals are being targeted and asked to pay money in exchange for supposed employment …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 16:33 GMT

Rockville Man Held Without Bond After Alleged Road Rage Incident in Montgomery County

May 16, 2025 (ROCKVILLE, MD) – A Rockville man is facing felony charges after allegedly brandishing a firearm during a road-rage dispute on I-270 in Montgomery County. The accused is identified as Joshua Johnson, 43, of Rockville, Maryland. Johnson is …

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Published on May 15, 2025 - 16:56 GMT

National Park Service Lists Port Orford City Jail in Port Orford, Curry County in the National Register of Historic ...

The Port Orford City Jail is among Oregon’s latest entries in the National Register of Historic Places. Oregon’s State Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation (SACHP) recommended the nomination at their February 2025 meeting for its significant …

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Published on May 15, 2025 - 13:30 GMT

Attorney General Jackley Announces Plankinton Man Sentenced To Prison on First Degree Rape of a Minor

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Wednesday, May 14, 2025 Contact: Tony Mangan, Communications Director, 605-773-6878 PIERRE, S.D. – South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announces that a Plankinton man has been sentenced to 55 years in prison after earlier …

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Published on May 15, 2025 - 13:25 GMT

Ukrainian agent gets imprisoned over trying to jail Russian army pilots

(MENAFN) A Russian court has sentenced Yegor Semyonov to 27 years in prison for attempting to poison former graduates of a military aviation school, according to multiple reports. The Southern District Military Court found him guilty of treason and …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 10:24 GMT

Correctional Services on South Africa elected as Chairperson of African Correctional Services Association

The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) is honoured to announce that South Africa has been elected as the new Chairperson of the African Correctional Services Association (ACSA) at the 7th ACSA Biennial Conference, currently underway in the Kingdom …

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Published on May 14, 2025 - 18:14 GMT

Nevada Man Sentenced to 46 Months in Prison for Threatening U.S. Senators

A Las Vegas man who pleaded guilty to threatening a U.S. Senator from Nevada and threatening family members of two United States Senators was sentenced today to over three years in prison followed by three years of supervised release. “The threats against …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 18:02 GMT

FLEOA Members Rally to Support Law Enforcement Legislation and Defend Pay and Benefits During National Police Week

WASHINGTON, CT, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Members of the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA) gathered in the nation’s capital during National Police Week to honor our fallen brothers and sisters and their …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 18:00 GMT

Tax Network USA Reviews Internal Financial Disclosures to Build Case Strategies

Tax Network USA reviews financial disclosures early to ensure accuracy, protect clients, and improve resolution success. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Before any IRS document is prepared or submitted, the Tax …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on May 16, 2025 - 17:38 GMT

Branch Cuts Letter Cycle Time by 5x With Kyber

Branch now completes the full letter lifecycle 5x faster with Kyber, turning steady adoption into a major efficiency win across its claims team. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Branch has unlocked a new level of …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 17:07 GMT

Tax Network USA Outlines Ethical Protocols in Case Handling Process

Tax Network USA follows a strict, ethical process—verifying data, applying law, and ensuring compliance from intake to resolution. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Tax Network USA has adopted a structured case …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 15:47 GMT

Jeff Wenninger Launches New Website to Foster Dialogue on Law Enforcement Accountability and Reform

CLEVELAND, OH, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jeff Wenninger, retired LAPD Lieutenant, author, speaker, and CEO of Law Enforcement Consultants, LLC, is excited to announce the launch of his newly designed website, jeffwenninger …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

Rising Inflation Leads to Contract Trouble for Business Owners

RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As inflation continues to rise and resources become more scarce, there has been an increase in contract-related disputes. The rising costs of goods, labor, and services are disrupting …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on May 16, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Coach and Healer Sir James Gray Robinson Recently Featured on Close Up Radio

FERNANDINA BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- James Gray Robinson has two titles in his name, Sir and Esquire. The first tells you he received a special honor for his humanitarianism and philanthropy, the second tells …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Attorney and Author Cheryl R. Lee of BayVista Recently Featured on Close Up Radio

SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the heart of San Diego, one woman’s dedication to affordable housing and community development is making a significant impact. Cheryl R. Lee, renowned attorney and CEO of …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

Exit Planning Institute® Launches Chapters in San Francisco and Sarasota

CLEVELAND, OH, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cleveland-based Exit Planning Institute® (EPI) has launched two additional chapters in San Francisco, CA, and Sarasota, FL, bringing its total chapters globally to 29. Chapters provide a …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 11:00 GMT

Why Protection Tax Complaints Are Used Internally for Case Protection

Protection Tax uses internal complaints to trigger reviews, escalate filings, and update hardship statuses, ensuring a proactive approach to IRS developments. LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Within the firm’s internal …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 10:25 GMT

Officer Next Door vs. Firefighter Next Door: Friendly Rivalry Lights Up Vegas for Charity

First Responders Unite to Raise Nearly $200,000 at Annual George Maloof Police vs. Fire Football Game LAS VEGAS, NV, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a powerful show of unity, the Officer Next Door (OND) and Firefighter Next …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 10:00 GMT

New Book Reframes Legal as a Startup Growth Enabler, Not a Barrier

“Startup Legal from the Inside Out” offers founders a clear, practical guide to building scalable legal infrastructure from day one SãO PAULO, BRAZIL, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Legal strategy is often an afterthought in the fast-moving world of …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 09:21 GMT

Men lean on divorce lawyers for support due to lack of network, says expert

Divorce specialist is calling attention to the quiet burden many men carry when going through divorce, often turning to their solicitor for emotional support. UNITED KINGDOM, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With Mental Health Awareness Week 2025 fast …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 06:02 GMT

Nerdy South Inc. Partners with Palm Bay Police Foundation to Launch New Website to Enhance Community Engagement

Nerdy South Inc., an award-winning web design and digital marketing company, has announced the launch of a new website for the Palm Bay Police Foundation. PALM BAY, FL, UNITED STATES, May 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nerdy South Inc., an award …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 17:59 GMT

INVESTOR ALERT: Investigation of UroGen Pharma Ltd. (URGN) Announced by Holzer & Holzer, LLC

ATLANTA, May 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Holzer & Holzer, LLC is investigating whether UroGen Pharma Ltd. (“UroGen” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: URGN) complied with federal securities laws. On May 16, 2025, the FDA stated: “Given that ENVISION lacked a …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 17:46 GMT

DEADLINE ALERT for SOUN, ECG, VTRS: Law Offices of Howard G. Smith Reminds Investors of Opportunity to Lead Securities ...

BENSALEM, Pa., May 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Law Offices of Howard G. Smith reminds investors that class action lawsuits have been filed on behalf of shareholders of the following publicly-traded companies. Investors have until the deadlines listed …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 17:33 GMT

Deadline Alert: Napco Security Technologies, Inc. (NSSC) Investors Who Lost Money Urged To Contact Glancy Prongay & ...

LOS ANGELES, May 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP reminds investors of the upcoming June 24, 2025 deadline to file a lead plaintiff motion in the class action filed on behalf of investors who purchased or otherwise acquired …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 17:31 GMT

Deadline Alert: Avis Budget Group, Inc. (CAR) Investors Who Lost Money Urged To Contact Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP ...

LOS ANGELES, May 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP reminds investors of the upcoming June 24, 2025 deadline to file a lead plaintiff motion in the class action filed on behalf of investors who purchased or otherwise acquired Avis …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 17:23 GMT

Deadline Alert: Compass Group Diversified Holdings (CODI) Investors Who Lost Money Urged To Contact Glancy Prongay & ...

LOS ANGELES, May 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Glancy Prongay & Murray LLP reminds investors of the upcoming July 8, 2025 deadline to file a lead plaintiff motion in the class action filed on behalf of investors who purchased or otherwise acquired …

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Published on May 16, 2025 - 17:19 GMT

Levi & Korsinsky Reminds Shareholders of a Lead Plaintiff Deadline of June 3, 2025 in Cerevel Therapeutics Holdings, Inc....

NEW YORK, May 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Levi & Korsinsky, LLP notifies investors in Cerevel Therapeutics Holdings, Inc. ("Cerevel Therapeutics Holdings, Inc." or the "Company") (NYSE: ABBV) of a class action securities lawsuit. …

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