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Published on Feb 26, 2025

Why these fifth graders are advocating for prison reform

Supplied with crayons, a megaphone, and hand-painted cardboard signs, close to a dozen fifth graders formed a picket line in front of the State House Sunday, Feb. 23, in support of a five-year jail moratorium. “Hey hey, ho ho, building prisons has got to …

Source: The Berkeley Beacon - Massachusetts - Neutral
Published on Feb 26, 2025

New York lawmakers call for prison reform amid correction officer strikes

Albany, NY — Assemblymembers Dana Levenberg and Chris Burdick have issued a joint statement addressing the ongoing strikes by corrections officers across New York State, emphasizing the urgent need for reform within the prison system, saying, We are …

Source: WRGB CBS 6 Albany - New York - Label Pending
Published on Feb 25, 2025

'We want him to come out better': WI families hope prison reform plan leads to better conditions

Posted: Feb 24, 2025 9:24 PM CST GREEN BAY, Wis. (CBS 58) -- With Governor Tony Evers' plan to shut down Green Bay and make major changes to Waupun Correctional Institution, families who've long anguished over deplorable conditions are finding hope …

Source: CBS 58 - Wisconsin - Label Pending
Published on Feb 24, 2025

Enacting prison reform in Wisconsin will ‘take a village’

Enacting prison reform in Wisconsin will ‘take a village’ The sweeping plan of Democratic Gov. Tony Evers to tear down the Green Bay prison built in 1898, turn the Waupun prison built in 1858 into a vocational training center, and move prisoners to several …

Source: Isthmus - Left-wing
Published on Feb 24, 2025

Prosecutor earns MSc in Criminology with distinction, plans prison reform

- Advertisement - By Latrishka Thomas Antigua and Barbuda’s sole recipient of the 2023 Chevening Scholarship, has returned home with distinction-level credentials and plans to revolutionise the country’s correctional facilities. Crown Counsel, Curtis …

Source: The Antigua Observer - Neutral
Published on 09:31 GMT

India’s death-row dilemma: Growing numbers, delayed justice, and shift to life imprisonment

“Death-row” or ‘condemned prisoners’ are prisoners who have been sentenced to death by a competent court. In 2024, 564 prisoners were on death row in Indian prisons. This is the highest number recorded since the turn of this century, with Uttar Pradesh …

Source: The Indian Express - Center-left
Published on 04:18 GMT

18 Black Artists Who Are Shaping the Future

Art has always been a battleground. In a moment when the arts are under siege—state-sanctioned censorship, gutted funding, and anti-DEI mandates threatening to erase marginalized voices—Black creation refuses to be silenced. President Trump’s overhaul of …

Source: Harper's Bazaar - Center-left
Published on Feb 26, 2025

Savannah Chrisley Whoops It Up Over White House Visit

Savannah Chrisley went to the White House and there, she saw Donald Trump at CPAC. The Chrisley Knows Best alum shared some photos of her trip on social media, and in her caption, she sounded excited. “If you had told me years ago that I would be here, I …

Source: Celebrating The Soaps - Label Pending
Published on Feb 26, 2025

Enrique Tarrio Opens Up About the Events of January 6, 2021 for the First Time… And He Does Not Hold Back (VIDEO)

Enrique Tarrio opens up about January 6, 2021 – with The Gateway Pundit’s Jim Hoft. On Monday, The Gateway Pundit’s Jim Hoft interviewed former Proud Boys Chairman and J6 Political prisoner Enrique Tarrio. This was Enrique’s first major interview since …

Source: The Gateway Pundit - Right-wing
Published on Feb 26, 2025

Prisoner released early under Labour's scheme 'groped woman' within 15 minutes of being freed

A man has been accused of groping a woman within 15 minutes of being freed under Labour’s early release scheme. Amari Ward is accused of sexually assaulting the woman as she gave him a lift to Sittingbourne railway station in Kent. Jurors at Maidstone …

Source: GB News - Right-wing
Published on Feb 26, 2025

Trump Names Alice Johnson, The Black Woman He Pardoned For Drug Offenses, First-Term New “Pardon Czar”

MadameNoire Featured Video Trump granted Johnson, a criminal justice reform advocate and former federal prisoner, a full pardon after commuting her sentence in 2018. Source: NICHOLAS KAMM / Getty At this point, President Donald Trump’s administration …

Source: MadameNoire - Uncategorized
Published on Feb 26, 2025

Assembly Speaker Robin Vos seeking broad tax cuts in upcoming budget

Assembly Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) speaks at a WisPolitics event. Photo by Baylor Spears/Wisconsin Examiner. Assembly Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester) criticized much of Gov. Tony Evers’ budget proposal on Tuesday, saying Republicans wouldn’t get …

Source: Bloomer Advance - Wisconsin - Neutral
Published on Feb 26, 2025

Cruel and Unusual? The Legal Battle Over Sex-Segregated Prisons and the Eighth

Editor's note: This piece was co-authored by Riley Gaines and Jack Casali. “Kamala is for they/them.” That line, part of an ad by President Trump’s campaign during the 2024 campaign, was viral in its reach and brutally effective in framing and …

Source: Townhall - Right-wing
Published on Feb 26, 2025

WNY Republicans call for repeal of HALT Act amid correctional officer strikes

The Town of Marilla passed a resolution Tuesday urging the state legislature to repeal the prison reform. MARILLA, N.Y. — New York State’s HALT Act has been the center of attention at almost every prison across the state for a week now, as correctional …

Source: WGRZ - New York - Neutral
Published on Feb 26, 2025

Judicial Activism

While Pakistan has seen its fair share of activist judges elevated to the position of Chief Justice and using their authority to interfere in the country’s political affairs, it is refreshing to see that the current Chief Justice of Pakistan, Justice Yahya …

Source: The Nation - Label Pending
Published on Feb 25, 2025

Federal lawsuit coming against GBCI concerning inmate’s death

GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) - The attorney representing the family of an inmate who died at Green Bay Correctional Institution tells Action 2 News, he’s filing a federal lawsuit against the Department of Corrections, the warden, and five other John Does. This …

Source: WBAY - Wisconsin - Label Pending
Published on Feb 25, 2025

Released hostage says Ben Gvir’s comments worsened conditions in captivity

Comments made by far-right MK Itamar Ben Gvir about Palestinian prisoners during his tenure as national security minister led Hamas to worsen the conditions of the hostages in Gaza, according to reported comments by a recently released captive. The …

Source: The Times of Israel - Neutral
Published on Feb 25, 2025

Everything You Need To Know About The Corrections Officers Strike In NY

New York corrections officers and sergeants statewide have entered their second week of protesting and striking over unsafe working conditions, which they say have been caused by Democrat prison reform legislation and an unresponsive governor. Here’s …

Source: Daily Wire - Right-wing
Published on Feb 25, 2025

Amesbury under pressure to quit

PRESSURE mounted today on brawling MP Mike Amesbury to quit the Commons as he began his jail sentence. Mr Amesbury, MP for Runcorn and Helsby, was sentenced to 10 weeks in prison on Monday after pleading guilty to punching a constituent in an alcohol- …

Source: Morning Star - Left-wing

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Published on February 26, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

AFGE Local 4070 Commends Senator Grassley for Prison Safety Legislation

THOMSON, IL, UNITED STATES, February 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- AFGE Local 4070, representing federal law enforcement officers at Thomson Federal Prison, expresses deep gratitude to Senator Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) for his attentive leadership …

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Published on February 27, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

CoreCivic Announces Four New Contract Modifications to Add Capacity for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement

BRENTWOOD, Tenn., Feb. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CoreCivic, Inc. (NYSE: CXW) ("CoreCivic") announced today that it has entered into contract modifications to add capacity for up to a total of 784 detainees from U.S. Immigration and Customs …

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Published on February 25, 2025 - 20:07 GMT

Video, Audio, Photos & Rush Transcript: Governor Hochul Updates New Yorkers on Public Safety During Illegal Walkouts at ...

Earlier today, Governor Kathy Hochul addressed the correction officer strikes across the State of New York. VIDEO: The event is available to stream on YouTube here and TV quality video is available here (h.264, mp4). AUDIO: The Governor’s remarks are …

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Published on February 25, 2025 - 23:31 GMT

Valley State Prison Hosts Historic Walkathon, Showcasing Rehabilitation and Redemption Behind Bars

Valley State Prison’s Walkathon Unites 700+ in Service and Redemption, Raising Funds for Shriners Children’s Hospital and Highlighting LWOP Resilience. CHOWCHILLA, CA, UNITED STATES, February 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Valley State Prison (VSP) made …

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Published on February 25, 2025 - 17:23 GMT

AFGE Local 4070 Condemns Dangerous Staffing Cuts at Thomson Federal Prison

THOMSON, IL, UNITED STATES, February 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) Local 4070 strongly opposes the Bureau of Prisons' recent decision to eliminate recruitment incentives and slash retention …

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Published on February 26, 2025 - 00:03 GMT

Alabama Man Sentenced to Five Years in Prison for Violating U.S. Sanctions on Iran

Ray Hunt, also known as Abdolrahman Hantoosh, Rahman Hantoosh, and Rahman Natooshas, 71, of Owens Cross Roads, Alabama, has been sentenced to five years in prison for violating the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. In July 2024, Hunt pleaded …

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Published on February 27, 2025 - 05:50 GMT

Derby Barracks/ Domestic Assault/ Conditions of Release

VSP News Release-Incident STATE OF VERMONT DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY VERMONT STATE POLICE NEWS RELEASE CASE#: 25A5001054 RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Trooper Ian Alford STATION: Derby Barracks …

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Published on February 25, 2025 - 15:47 GMT

Prison System Must Pay Inmate $1,000 for Not Giving Him Copy of Inmate Handbook

Court orders prison officials to pay inmate $1,000 for withholding requested records. Court orders prison officials to pay inmate $1,000 for withholding requested records. The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction must pay an inmate $1,000 for …

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Published on February 27, 2025 - 15:17 GMT

Chopin Law Firm Celebrates Mardi Gras with Exciting Giveaway

NEW ORLEANS , LA, UNITED STATES, February 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This Mardi Gras season, Chopin Law Firm is adding to the festive spirit with a special giveaway that combines New Orleans' vibrant parade culture with a chance to win …

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Published on February 27, 2025 - 13:15 GMT

Boston Estate Planning Council to Honor Sarah M. Allen with its 2025 Excellence Award at May 21st Annual Gala

This award recognizes professional excellence in estate planning and significant contributions to the community. WESTFORD, MA, UNITED STATES, February 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Boston Estate Planning Council (BEPC), the definitive …

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Published on February 27, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

EDRM Announces Discover Beagle, Inc. as Newest Trusted Partner

MINNEAPOLIS, MN, UNITED STATES, February 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Leading the way for global best practices in eDiscovery, the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM) is pleased to announce that Discover Beagle, Inc. (Beagle) has joined …

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Published on February 27, 2025 - 10:45 GMT

Louisiana Mesothelioma Victims Center Urges a Plumber with Recently Diagnosed Mesothelioma or Lung Cancer in Louisiana ...

NEW ORLEANS , LA, UNITED STATES, February 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Louisiana Mesothelioma Victims Center says, "If you are a current or former plumber anywhere in Louisiana who has just received news of a diagnosis of mesothelioma …

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Published on February 27, 2025 - 05:12 GMT

ICAIE New Infographic: War Against the Illegal Fentanyl Trade and Canada’s Role in Expanding Global Illicit Economies

ICAIE Calls on Canada to Safeguard its National Security by Robustly Combating Cross-Border Illicit Economies, Money Laundering, and Strategic Corruption WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, February 27, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ICAIE releases new …

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Published on February 27, 2025 - 14:12 GMT

Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP Reminds Venture Global, Inc. Investors of Important Deadline in Securities Fraud ...

RADNOR, Pa., Feb. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The law firm of Kessler Topaz Meltzer & Check, LLP (www.ktmc.com) informs investors that a securities class action lawsuit has been filed in the United States District Court for the Southern District of …

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Published on February 27, 2025 - 01:47 GMT

Hernia Mesh: General Surgeons Slow to Move on from Synthetic Mesh

P4HB mesh is a safe and effective alternative to synthetic mesh for ventral hernia repairs, offering low recurrence and complication rates SANTA BARBARA, CA, UNITED STATES, February 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “Our study demonstrates that the …

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Published on February 27, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Recce Pharmaceuticals Granted Japanese Patent for RECCE® Anti-Infectives

SYDNEY, Feb. 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Recce Pharmaceuticals Ltd (ASX: RCE, FSE: R9Q), (Recce or the Company) the Company developing a new class of synthetic anti-infectives, today announced it was granted a Family 4 patent by the Japan Patent Office …

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Published on February 26, 2025 - 23:54 GMT

Kindred, Vibra, and Cornerstone Wound Care; Flaps Availability

Flap coverage for pressure ulcers is safe and effective in properly selected patients, despite complications, as supported by recent studies SANTA BARBARA, CA, UNITED STATES, February 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “Despite patients with poor …

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Published on February 26, 2025 - 19:34 GMT

Rebecca L. Melone of Melone Hatley, P.C. Named to 2024 Top Forty Under 40 List

Rebecca L. Melone of Melone Hatley, P.C. earns the 2024 Top Forty Under 40 honor for innovative legal leadership and impactful community work. VA, UNITED STATES, February 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rebecca L. Melone of Melone Hatley, P.C. …

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Published on February 26, 2025 - 19:26 GMT

A Project Management Agent Using Box Enterprise Advanced & mxHERO’s Mail2Cloud

A lightweight assistant experience when using Box AI and mxHERO, facilitating seamless interaction with content and related communications context. ORLANDO, FL, UNITED STATES, February 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bubo Defense Unveils …

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Published on February 26, 2025 - 19:16 GMT

Secure Her Brand Social 2.0: The Ultimate Women’s Business Event Returns to Atlanta

ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, February 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Secure Her Brand Social 2.0: The Ultimate Women’s Business Event Returns to Atlanta Rosezena J. Pierce “The Biz Lawyer” Hosts 2nd Summit in Celebration of Women’s History Month …

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Published on February 26, 2025 - 18:12 GMT

New York Collaborative Divorce Professionals Featured On The Respectful Divorce Podcast

Collaborative Divorce professionals in New York are offering 30 minute virtual divorce consultations for free from March 3 through 9. NY, UNITED STATES, February 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New York Association of Collaborative Professionals Ellen …

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Published on February 26, 2025 - 18:02 GMT

Global Immigration Partners Analyzes E-2 Visa Business Investment Choices

In-depth analysis on the advantages and disadvantages of starting a new business versus purchasing an existing one under the E-2 visa program WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, February 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE …

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Published on February 27, 2025 - 04:58 GMT

SQ, XYZ DEADLINE: ROSEN, LEADING INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages Block, Inc. Investors with Losses in Excess of $100K to ...

NEW YORK, Feb. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHY: New York, N.Y., February 26, 2025. Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of Class A common stock of Block, Inc. (NYSE: SQ, XYZ) between February 26, 2020 and April 30, 2024, …

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Published on February 27, 2025 - 04:52 GMT

BIOA DEADLINE: ROSEN, TOP-RANKED INVESTOR COUNSEL, Encourages BioAge Labs, Inc. Investors with Losses in Excess of $100K ...

NEW YORK, Feb. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, reminds purchasers of stock of BioAge Labs, Inc. (NASDAQ: BIOA) pursuant and/or traceable to BioAge’s registration statement for the initial public …

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Published on February 27, 2025 - 02:10 GMT

TRANSMEDICS INVESTOR ALERT: Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP Announces that TransMedics Group, Inc. Investors with ...

SAN DIEGO, Feb. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Robbins Geller Rudman & Dowd LLP announces that purchasers or acquirers of TransMedics Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: TMDX) publicly traded securities between February 28, 2023 and January 10, 2025, inclusive (the “ …

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Published on February 26, 2025 - 13:45 GMT

ANNUAL EXIT PLANNING SUMMIT FEATURES WORKSHOPS ON THE TRIGGERING EVENT, WOMEN’S SYMPOSIUM, AND ADVANCED TAX PLANNING

Business Advisors Can Still Register for Florida Summit, May 4-6 CLEVELAND, OH, UNITED STATES, February 26, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Exit Planning Institute® (EPI) announced its workshop offerings for the upcoming Exit Planning Summit in …

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Published on February 27, 2025 - 01:00 GMT

Kirby McInerney LLP Announces Investigation Against Maravai Lifesciences Holdings, Inc. (MRVI) on Behalf of Investors

NEW YORK, Feb. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The law firm of Kirby McInerney LLP is investigating potential claims against Maravai Lifesciences Holdings, Inc. (“Maravai” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ:MRVI). The investigation concerns whether Maravai and/or …

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Published on February 27, 2025 - 01:00 GMT

QUBT ALERT: Kirby McInerney LLP Announces the Filing of a Securities Class Action on Behalf of Quantum Computing Inc. ...

NEW YORK, Feb. 26, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The law firm of Kirby McInerney LLP announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey on behalf of those who acquired Quantum Computing Inc. (“Quantum” …

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