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Published on 04:51 GMT

Bipartisan coalition calls for legislation to curb contraband cell phones in prisons

Alaska Attorney General Treg Taylor joined a bipartisan coalition of 30 attorneys general, calling on Congress to pass federal legislation allowing states to deploy cell phone jamming systems in prisons. The bill aims to disrupt inmates’ ability to …

Source: The Delta Discovery - Alaska - Neutral
Published on 04:31 GMT

Vineland Elementary School Teacher Arrested On Child Porn Charges

A third-grade teacher at Dr. William Mennies Elementary School in Vineland has been arrested after an investigation linked him to disturbing online activity involving child exploitation materials. Gloucester County Man Behind Bars James Adams, who lives in …

Source: Cat Country 107.3 - New Jersey - Pending
Published on 04:17 GMT

Arizona Senators Want Answers After Latest Inmate Death at Arizona’s State Prison System

(Photo by Jenn Vargas/Creative Commons) Arizona State Senators Kevin Payne, David Gowan, Janae Shamp, and Frank Carroll are calling on Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation, & Reentry (ADCRR) Director Ryan Thornell and Governor Katie …

Source: Arizona Daily Independent - Pending
Published on 00:16 GMT

Kosovo Prepares For Deportees From US Amid Warnings Balkans Becoming A Migrant 'Warehouse'

With illegal immigration a fraught issue in Europe and the United States, Western countries are increasingly kicking the political football over to the Balkans. But questions are building over whether the countries of the region are ready to catch it. Take …

Source: Radio Free Europe - Radio Liberty - Neutral
Published on 03:44 GMT

Lockdown lifted at some California prisons; others remain restricted because of violence

Authorities on Thursday rolled back restrictions at nine California prisons where privileges had been suspended and inmate movements restricted because of a statewide surge in violence. Twelve other prisons remain under lockdown conditions, California …

Source: Los Angeles Times - Center-left
Published on Jun 22, 2025

Man accused of trying to smuggle $100,000 of contraband into Raleigh correctional facility

RALEIGH COUNTY, W.Va. (WCHS) — A man has been charged after deputies said they caught him trying to smuggle more than $100,000 worth of contraband into a federal correctional facility in Raleigh County. Julius Covington, 48, faces charges of conspiracy to …

Source: WCHS - West Virginia - Center-right
Published on 01:40 GMT

Governor Kotek Cuts Ribbon at 16-Bed Mental Health Treatment Facility

Salem, OR — Today, Governor Tina Kotek joined Polk and Marion County elected officials, mental health providers, judges, attorneys, and city officials for the grand opening of a new secure residential 16-bed treatment facility that was fully funded by …

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Published on 01:37 GMT

Minnesota DOC outlines plans to move inmates from Stillwater prison ahead of closure

The State of Minnesota will be closing the aging prison in Stillwater in phases, with a full closure expected by the end of June 2029. FOX 9's Mary McGuire has the story. STILLWATER, Minn. (FOX 9) - A memo from the Minnesota Department of Corrections ( …

Source: FOX 9 - Minnesota - Indeterminate
Published on 01:32 GMT

RFK Jr. and Gov. Kevin Stitt announce Make Oklahoma Healthy Again initiative

Summary: – Stitt’s executive order bans Red Dye 40 in state food programs. – SNAP restrictions and fluoride guidance are part of initiative. – Health groups urge science-backed care over political theater. OKLAHOMA CITY — Gov. Kevin Stitt signed an …

Source: The Journal Record - Oklahoma - Pending
Published on 00:40 GMT

Drugs and Drones: Kansas prison locked down over drug smuggling

WICHITA, Kan. (KWCH) - The Hutchinson Correctional Facility has been put on lockdown in May and June multiple times, for drug use, according to a Kansas state representative. Rep. Bob Lewis (R), from Garden City, chairs the House Corrections and Juvenile …

Source: KWCH 12 - Kansas - Neutral
Published on 00:13 GMT

Jail garden tended by inmates helps feed Canton community

CANTON, New York (WWNY) - When you think of a jail, you probably don’t expect to find a garden tended by inmates. But that’s exactly what you’ll find at the St. Lawrence County Correctional Facility in Canton. Behind the jail, 5 inmates look after a garden …

Source: WWNY - New York - Indeterminate
Published on 00:12 GMT

Quilt Honors Survivors of Forced Sterilization in California Prisons: ‘Together We Rise’

(California Coalition for Women Prisoners / Facebook)Six women unveiled a quilt earlier this year they called “Together We Rise! Together We Heal!” honoring the nearly 600 survivors of forced sterilization in California state prisons. One of those …

Source: Ms. Magazine - Left-wing
Published on 00:09 GMT

Police Blotter: June 27, 2025

by Andrew Alonzo | aalonzo@claremont-courier.com Tuesday, June 10 Claremont Police were called to the Claremont Lodge, 736 S. Indian Hill Blvd., at 9:44 a.m. on reports of a person attempting to kick in a room door. Arriving officers spoke with a 24-year- …

Source: The Claremont Courier - California - Neutral
Published on 00:00 GMT

Burlington man found guilty of killing wife with meat cleaver appeals his convictions to Vermont Supreme Court

Aita Gurung appears in Vermont Superior Court in Burlington on Dec. 20, 2019. File photo by Glenn Russell/VTDigger The attorney for a Burlington man sentenced to serve at least 27 years in prison for killing his wife and seriously injuring her mother …

Source: VTDigger - Vermont - Center-left
Published on Jun 26, 2025

N.J. Teacher Accused of Sexually Assaulting Student at 11, Then Having His Baby at 13, Indicted by Grand Jury

NEED TO KNOW A grand jury in New Jersey indicted Laura Caron on sexual assault charges and a single count of endangering the welfare of a child The former fifth-grade teacher is accused of sexually assaulting a former student from 2016 through 2020, …

Source: People - New York - Indeterminate
Published on Jun 26, 2025

August trial vacated in double-murder case; new date pending

A Solano County Superior Court judge vacated an August jury trial in the double-murder case against a 54-year-old Martinez man and ordered a new trial-setting in the coming weeks. During a Monday morning proceeding in Department 23, Judge John B. Ellis …

Source: The Reporter - California - Pending
Published on Jun 26, 2025

Man, 32, charged with sexually assaulting elderly woman in Camden County

STRATFORD, N.J. - A Camden County man is behind bars after officials say he sexually assaulted an elderly woman. Details in this story may be disturbing to some. What we know: A Hi-Nella man has been arrested and charged with breaking into an elderly …

Source: FOX 29 Philadelphia - Pennsylvania - Indeterminate
Published on Jun 26, 2025

How the Joint Venture Behind Indiana’s Largest Correctional Project Proves That Culture, Trust and Shared Goals Make All ...

Photo: Build Westville team members from the joint venture companies of Garmong, Granger and F.A. Wilhelm worked together on every aspect of the project from the executive level down to the field. | PHOTO CREDIT: Granger By Kat Balster Three general …

Source: Correctional News - Pending
Published on Jun 26, 2025

State FY 2026 budget, one-time supplement pass Senate; bond bill fails

Delaware's 2026 fiscal year operating budget and one-time supplement budget are waiting for Gov. Matt Meyer’s signature. Both budget bills passed the Senate floor on June 26, two days following passage in the House and four days before the deadline. …

Source: The News Journal - Delaware - Pending

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Published on June 24, 2025 - 15:08 GMT

Willo Products Launches the LatchGuard™: A New Security Innovation that Addresses a Widespread Vulnerability and Pain ...

DECATUR, Ala., June 24, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Willo Products Company LLC, the trusted leader in the design, engineering, and sale of innovative detention locking systems, today announced the launch of the LatchGuard™, an enhancement to the company's …

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Published on June 24, 2025 - 12:39 GMT

Federal Funds Support Florida’s Immigration Detention Center Initiative

(MENAFN) On Monday, U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced that the federal government will provide financial support for Florida’s initiative to open immigration detention centers, including the proposed facility dubbed “ …

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Published on June 25, 2025 - 16:54 GMT

France accuses Israel of endangering French citizens held in Tehran’s prison

(MENAFN) France has strongly criticized Israel for its recent airstrike on Evin Prison in Tehran, expressing concerns that the attack endangered French citizens held there. Iranian authorities reported damage to parts of the prison following the Monday …

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Published on June 27, 2025 - 01:40 GMT

Governor Kotek Cuts Ribbon at 16-Bed Mental Health Treatment Facility

Salem, OR — Today, Governor Tina Kotek joined Polk and Marion County elected officials, mental health providers, judges, attorneys, and city officials for the grand opening of a new secure residential 16-bed treatment facility that was fully funded by …

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Published on June 24, 2025 - 16:52 GMT

Attorney General Jackley Announces Charges in Prison Inmate Deaths

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, June 24, 2025 Contact: Tony Mangan, Communications Director, 605-773-6878 PIERRE, S.D. – South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announces two individuals have been indicted on charges related to the drug overdose …

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Published on June 24, 2025 - 16:52 GMT

Attorney General Jackley Announces 24 Prison Inmates Indicted on Charges in May Penitentiary Disturbance

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, June 24, 2025 Contact: Tony Mangan, Communications Director, 605-773-6878 PIERRE, S.D. – South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announces 24 inmates have been indicted on charges in connection to the May 27 …

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Published on June 26, 2025 - 23:58 GMT

AIDA Country Report on Ukraine – Update on 2024

|Published on: 26th June 2025|Categories: News| The updated AIDA Country Report on Ukraine provides a detailed overview on legislative and practice-related developments in asylum procedures, reception conditions, detention of asylum applicants and content …

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Published on June 24, 2025 - 12:38 GMT

France Condemns Israeli Attack on Tehran Prison

(MENAFN) France has accused Israel of putting its citizens at risk by carrying out an attack on Evin Prison in Tehran on Monday. Iranian authorities reported that parts of the prison sustained damage during the strike. A video shared on social media seems …

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Published on June 27, 2025 - 16:05 GMT

SCOTUS in support of age verification for online pornography

Institute for Family Studies Research Backs the Win CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA, UNITED STATES, June 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Free Speech, Inc. Coalition v. Paxton, 606 U.S 2 (2025) Today the United States Supreme Court published an opinion in …

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Published on June 27, 2025 - 15:15 GMT

Don Fountain Featured in CNET on National Recall of Fire-Prone Power Banks

Civil trial attorney and author of Defect Safety issues consumer warning after 1.1 million Anker chargers pulled for overheating risks BEVERLY HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, June 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National consumer safety advocate and civil …

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Published on June 27, 2025 - 14:11 GMT

HiHello Recognized in 67 G2 Reports with 24 Badges, Reinforcing Leadership as the Professional Presence Platform

PALO ALTO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- HiHello, the leading Professional Presence Platform, has been recognized across 67 G2 Summer 2025 Reports, earning 24 individual badges for category leadership, customer satisfaction, ROI, …

Distribution channels: Banking, Finance & Investment Industry, Building & Construction Industry ...
Published on June 27, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

Small Business Owners Urged to Seek Legal Counsel Before Considering Bankruptcy

RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, June 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- It's no secret that the economy is challenging, especially right now. Lately, small businesses, in particular, are really struggling to make ends meet and avoid bankruptcy. There …

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Published on June 27, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

Dmitry Shubov Attends Echelon Singapore 2025, Connecting With Southeast Asia's Top Innovators

SINGAPORE, SINGAPORE, June 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dmitry Shubov, founder of Dmitry Shubov Consulting, attended the Echelon Singapore Conference on June 10th and 11th, 2025. This tech conference is dedicated to empowering startups and …

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Published on June 27, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

AMMWEC to Honor Dr. Katrina Lantos Swett at Women Changemakers Conference in Washington, D.C.

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Muslim and Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) is proud to recognize Dr. Katrina Lantos Swett, President of the Lantos Foundation for Human Rights and …

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Published on June 27, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Gordon Law Launches New Website to Enhance Criminal Defense Services in Central Texas

Gordon Law PLLC launches new site to offer easier access to criminal defense for DWI, assault, drug charges, and more across Central Texas. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, June 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Austin Criminal Defense Firm Gordon Law PLLC has …

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Published on June 27, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

ROSALYN SIA BAKER-BARNES TO BE SWORN IN AS THE 77th PRESIDENT OF THE FLORIDA BAR

Trailblazing Attorney Becomes the First African American Woman President in Organization History WEST PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, June 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Leading Florida law firm Searcy Denney Scarola Barnhart & Shipley proudly …

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Published on June 27, 2025 - 12:45 GMT

Savannah’s Legal Titan: Stacey M. Goad Earns Fourth Consecutive ThreeBestRated® Award in 2025

SAVANNAH, GA, UNITED STATES, June 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “An average citizen cannot take on the complex field of criminal law alone. Without the help of a skilled legal advocate, the balance of power would be tipped overwhelmingly in favor of the …

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Published on June 27, 2025 - 11:11 GMT

Litigation Funding from a European Perspective

In a recent report on litigation funding, Deminor CEO Erik Bomans examines key insights on how the litigation funding market has developed since 2023. BRUSSELS, BELGIUM, June 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- International courts and media coverage …

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Published on June 26, 2025 - 20:37 GMT

Introducing Tap2Read Christian Bracelet: An Innovative Bracelet for Daily Inspirations

Introducing Tap2Read Christian Bracelet: An Innovative Bracelet for Daily Inspirations LAGOS, LAGOS, NIGERIA, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a world filled with uncertainty, stress, anxiety, depression, and distractions, a constant …

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Published on June 26, 2025 - 20:24 GMT

Lock Search Group Marks 42 Years of Executive Search Excellence and Highlights AI-Enablement at Its Toronto Practice

Lock Search Group celebrates 42 years, spotlighting its Toronto office, national expansion to 13 sites, global alliance ties, and AI-powered Lockin platform. TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Lock Search Group, the …

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Published on June 26, 2025 - 20:02 GMT

Fireworks-Related Accidents Could Bring Legal Trouble

RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Independence Day, also known as the 4th of July, is famously known as “the fireworks holiday.” Though professional fireworks displays are beautiful and festive, fireworks themselves can …

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Published on June 26, 2025 - 19:43 GMT

Basswood Counsel Partner Brings Legal Expertise to DC Youth Orchestra Program

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Basswood Counsel Partner and Co-Founder, Jephte Lanthia has been appointed to the board of directors of DC Youth Orchestra Program (DCYOP), a nonprofit organization dedicated to …

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Published on June 26, 2025 - 19:28 GMT

Texas Supreme Court Victory: Van Wey, Metzler & Williams Wins Major Decision Holding Hospitals Accountable

In a landmark 7-2 decision, the Texas Supreme Court delivered a major victory for patient safety in Jared Bush, Jr. v. Medical City Arlington DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a landmark 7-2 decision, the Texas …

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Published on June 26, 2025 - 19:17 GMT

California DUI Lawyers Association Names LifeSafer as Exclusive Ignition Interlock Partner

SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The California DUI Lawyers Association (CDLA) is proud to announce an exclusive partnership with LifeSafer Ignition Interlock, a nationally recognized leader in ignition interlock …

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Published on June 26, 2025 - 19:06 GMT

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO EMERSON EQUITY CUSTOMERS WHO SUFFERED LOSSES IN GWG L BONDS

If You Suffered Losses in GWG L Bonds at Emerson Equity Please Contact the Law Firm of KlaymanToskes IRVINE, CA, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National investment loss and securities law firm KlaymanToskes continues …

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Published on June 26, 2025 - 18:58 GMT

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO SPRING HILLS HOLDINGS & GWG INVESTORS WHO SUFFERED INVESTMENT LOSSES

If You Suffered Losses With Financial Advisor Will Young at Kingswood Capital, Please Contact the Law Firm of KlaymanToskes ANNAPOLIS, MD, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National investment loss and securities law firm KlaymanToskes …

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Published on June 26, 2025 - 18:55 GMT

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO CUSTOMERS OF DAVID GEAKE WHO SUFFERED LOSSES IN MCLOUD, GWG L BONDS AND OTHER INVESTMENTS

If You Suffered Losses With David Geake at Ausdal Financial Partners or American Trust Investment Services, Please Contact the Law Firm of KlaymanToskes NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National investment loss …

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Published on June 26, 2025 - 18:52 GMT

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO MADISON REALTY ASPEN HOUSE DST INVESTORS WHO SUFFERED LOSSES

If You Suffered Losses in Aspen House DST due to Recommendations by Your Financial Advisor, Please Contact the Law Firm of KlaymanToskes SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, June 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National investment loss and securities …

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