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Published on May 2, 2025

KP prisons go digital; inmates to connect with visitors online

PESHAWAR - Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister’s Advisor for Prisons, Humayun Khan, on Thursday, said that the prison system has been fully digitalized across the province. Not only have in-person meetings been streamlined, but an online visitation system …

Source: The Nation - Pro-Government
Published on May 2, 2025

George Santos Turns Up Pressure on Bureau of Prisons, Lots of Enemies Behind Bars

Published May 1, 2025 3:45 PM PDT THERE WILL BE CONSEQUENCES TMZ.com George Santos says there's a lot of bad hombres behind bars who want to rough him up for one reason or another ... and he's again turning up the pressure on the Federal Bureau of …

Source: TMZ - Indeterminate
Published on May 2, 2025

State legislators meet in Laurel to discuss this year’s legislative session

LAUREL, Miss. (WDAM) - Five state legislators were in Laurel Thursday discussing this year’s 2025 legislative session. First on the list was House Bill 1, set to eventually cut out the state’s income tax over a four-year period. The bill would also lower …

Source: WDAM - Mississippi - Pending
Published on May 1, 2025

ConCourt rules prison laptop ban unconstitutional in win for inmates’ education

ConCourt rules prison laptop ban unconstitutional in win for inmates’ education South Africa’s Constitutional Court has ruled that banning personal laptops in prison cells is unconstitutional, affirming inmates’ right to further education. The case, …

Source: Zambian Observer - Indeterminate
Published on Apr 30, 2025

Inside the CDC's measles task force at the outbreak epicenter in Texas

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. UP NEXT Kangaroo hopping along Alabama highway causes crash, roadway closure 00:37 Measles cases spread in Texas 01:47 How abortion laws impact women experiencing …

Source: NBC News - Center-left
Published on May 1, 2025

Life after California’s death row: What happens when condemned inmates get a second chance

A condemned inmate is led to his cell on San Quentin’s death row. (Robert Gauthier / Los Angeles Times) SAN FRANCISCO — By age 46, Bob Williams had spent more than half his life in isolation, waiting to die on San Quentin’s death row. Williams was 18 …

Source: Los Angeles Times - Center-left
Published on Apr 30, 2025

Kangaroo hopping along Alabama highway causes crash, roadway closure

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Now Playing Kangaroo hopping along Alabama highway causes crash, roadway closure 00:37 UP NEXT Measles cases spread in Texas 01:47 How abortion laws impact women …

Source: NBC News - Center-left
Published on Apr 30, 2025

Hungry Families in Deep South Find Food Bank Boxes Reduced by USAID Cutbacks

Image: Shutterstock Greetings, MindSite News Readers. In today’s Daily, families in Tennessee are distressed and hungry as USAID cutbacks reduce allotments to food banks. A California police force stops attending many mental health calls. One Pennsylvania …

Source: MindSite News - Pending
Published on Apr 29, 2025

Texas family demands answers over 2022 disputed police shooting

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. High-speed boat going over 200 mph crashes, drivers survive with minor injuries 02:39 Now Playing Texas family demands answers over 2022 disputed police shooting 06:07 UP …

Source: NBC News - Center-left
Published on Apr 30, 2025

India Justice Report 2025 shows how the system is failing the common citizen

]The fourth edition of the India Justice Report (IJR) 2025, released this month, flags critical issues across the four pillars of the justice system – judiciary, police, prisons and legal aid. It exposes systemic gaps that have rendered India’s justice …

Source: The Indian Express - Center-left
Published on Apr 29, 2025

Is a Pritzker Endorsement Enough?

Juliana Stratton is first out of the gate in the race to succeed Dick Durbin as U.S. senator. She was first to announce, and she already has two of the three biggest endorsements, from Governor JB Pritzker and Senator Tammy Duckworth. Only a nod from …

Source: Chicago Magazine - Illinois - Neutral
Published on Apr 29, 2025

Trump’s first 100 days ‘worst in history’ despite crypto promises

The first 100 days of the administration of US President Donald Trump have deeply impacted the crypto industry, starting with his own memecoin and culminating in a Bitcoin reserve and a spate of blockchain policymaking. Trump’s trade war with the entire …

Source: Coin Telegraph - Neutral
Published on Apr 29, 2025

New paperbacks arrive in time for outdoor reading season

There’s no guarantee that Seattle’s weather will always be pleasant in May. In fact, atmospheric conditions can get downright feral this month, with chilly cold fronts whipping through and the occasional moody downpour ruining your afternoon. But when it …

Source: Yakima Herald-Republic - Washington State - Pending

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 05:40 GMT

Where Faith Refuses to Die: Rev. Bolívar Flores Publishes Faith Alive Behind the Wall,a Multifaith Prison Ministry Guide

Rev. Bolívar Flores offers a profound, interfaith vision of prison ministry rooted in dignity, redemption, and restorative justice. NEWARK, NJ, UNITED STATES, May 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the silent corridors of prison life—where names …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 09:48 GMT

Trump Orders Revival of Alcatraz Prison

(MENAFN) In a recent declaration, U.S. Leader Donald Trump announced on Sunday that he has ordered the reconstruction and reopening of Alcatraz prison, located in San Francisco Bay, to incarcerate what he described as "America’s most ruthless and …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 18:19 GMT

Harold E. Long's New Book On Alcoholism and Addiction Hits Amazon’s Best Seller List

Groundbreaking new book, "The Big Delusion: Shattering the Delusions of Alcoholism and Addiction," has achieved New Release Best Seller status on Amazon. ST. LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This faith-based …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 23:01 GMT

GBI Arrests Former Murray County School Bus Driver for Grooming a Minor

Whitfield County, GA (May 5, 2025) - The GBI has arrested and charged former Murray County school bus driver Kenneth Knight, age 55, of Dalton, GA, with one felony count of grooming a minor. On Thursday, April 24, 2025, the Murray County Sheriff’s Office …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 21:53 GMT

Royalton Barracks / Search warrant execution in Bethel

STATE OF VERMONT DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY VERMONT STATE POLICE CASE#: 25B2002181 TROOPER: Trooper Ray Domingus & Sgt. Austin Soule STATION: Royalton Barracks CONTACT#: 802-234-9933 DATE/TIME: …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 02:34 GMT

Hālawa Correctional Facility Hosts First Keiki Day for Incarcerated Fathers

Posted on Apr 30, 2025 in Main A father and his child participate in the Easter egg hunt. Photo courtesy: DCR. The Department of Correction and Rehabilitation (DCR) continues its efforts to transform Hawaiʻi’s unified correctional system into a …

Distribution channels: U.S. Politics
Published on May 2, 2025 - 17:29 GMT

France proposes to charge inmates for time in prison

(MENAFN) French Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin has proposed reinstating a policy requiring prisoners to help cover the costs of their incarceration, as part of broader efforts to address rising violence across the country. This initiative follows a …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 03:14 GMT

California Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison for Sexually Exploiting a Minor

A California man was sentenced in the Eastern District of Virginia today to 10 years in prison and 30 years supervised release for enticing a 12-year-old child from Prince William County to engage in unlawful sexual activity. He was also ordered to pay $10 …

Distribution channels: U.S. Politics

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 23:05 GMT

Remarkable Resilience of Human Rights Defenders a Source of Hope Amid Global Rollback on Rights

At least 324 defenders killed in 32 countries for their peaceful work in 2024 DUBLIN, IRELAND, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Despite an increasingly hostile world with expanded threats to their work, human rights defenders (HRDs) everywhere …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 21:54 GMT

Kimbrough Legal, PLLC names Anuj Tiwari as Director of Operations

The new Director of Operations brings over 16 years of experience to strengthen internal systems and client services at the Austin-based family law firm AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Kimbrough Legal, PLLC has …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 18:55 GMT

Understanding Louisiana’s Laws on Defective Household Appliances and Consumer Injuries

OPELOUSAS, LA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Malfunctioning household appliances can pose serious risks to consumers. From electric stoves and space heaters to refrigerators and washing machines, defective products have the …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 18:39 GMT

Filing a Claim for Injuries Caused by Contaminated Food in Louisiana

OPELOUSAS, LA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Contaminated food continues to pose a serious risk to public health. Incidents involving foodborne illnesses often result in medical complications, hospitalization, or long-term …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle, Food & Beverage Industry ...
Published on May 5, 2025 - 17:58 GMT

Strategic Recruitment Solutions (SRS) Supports Take Paws Rescue with Fundraiser for GiveNOLA Day, May 6, 2025

SRS, a legal recruiting firm who matches top-tier job applicants with premier law firms, set up the GiveNOLA Day fundraiser to help Take Paws Rescue's mission. NEW ORLEANS, LA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Strategic …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 17:46 GMT

Keith Landry, Award-Winning Canadian Author, Makes Waves with Thrilling Political Fiction and Compelling Crime Stories

From compelling true-crime fiction to political upheaval, Keith Landry's work is a page-turning journey through the undercurrents of the human condition. LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Canadian author Keith …

Distribution channels: Book Publishing Industry, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...
Published on May 5, 2025 - 16:00 GMT

Stephen J. Donell appointed Partition Referee in Joe Polk Trust v. Emil Hightower, Case #22STPB00556 (CA Superior Court)

On 04/11/25, LA Superior Court appointed Stephen J. Donell as Partition Referee in Joe Polk Trust v. Emil Hightower, Case No. 22STPB00556. LOS ANGELES, TX, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- LOS ANGELES, Calif. (April 11, …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 15:40 GMT

Tuesdays Were the Deadliest Day on Denver Roads in 2024, New Data Shows

New crash data reveals Tuesdays saw the most collisions in Denver last year, with clear weather and city streets posing the highest risks to drivers. DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A comprehensive analysis by Fuller …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 15:39 GMT

AMMWEC to Host Capitol Hill Event: "Towards a Broader Abraham Accords: Embracing Asia's Potential"

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Muslim & Multifaith Women’s Empowerment Council (AMMWEC) will be hosting an upcoming Capitol Hill event titled "Towards a Broader Abraham Accords: Embracing …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

Legal Automation Group, LLC Launches MyLegal™ Version 3.0

EL DORADO HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Legal Automation Group, LLC (LAGL), the developers of MyLegal™, announced today the release of version 3.0 of MyLegal’s Legal Front Door™ and Gen AI & Automation Platform. …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 14:07 GMT

Cloudwick Hires Natasha Nicolai as Chief Technology Officer

Ex-AWS leader and former CDO for the California Department of Social Services tapped to accelerate public sector and enterprise data transformation initiatives NEWARK, CA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cloudwick, a leading …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

Proposed 2025 HIPAA Updates: How Employers Could Be Affected

RENO, NV, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As mentioned at the beginning of January by The HIPAA Journal, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) has proposed long-awaited policy updates focused on its " …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

The Law Office of Gary A. Farrell Recently Featured on Close Up Radio

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gary Farrell, Esq. is a respected and honored criminal defense attorney handling everything from misdemeanors like shoplifting to serial murders. He did not start out to be this kind …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

First 5 California Welcomes Anthony Pane as New Chief Counsel

First 5 California proudly announces the appointment of Anthony Pane as its new Chief Counsel. SACRAMENTO, CA, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- First 5 California proudly announces the appointment of Anthony Pane as its new Chief …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 01:00 GMT

CIVITAS RESOURCES ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Announces that a Class Action Lawsuit Has Been Filed Against ...

NEW YORK, May 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., a nationally recognized stockholder rights law firm, announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Civitas Resources, Inc. (“Civitas Resources” or the “Company”) ( …

Distribution channels: Consumer Goods, Law ...
Published on May 6, 2025 - 01:00 GMT

SELECTQUOTE ALERT: Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. is Investigating SelectQuote, Inc. on Behalf of SelectQuote Stockholders ...

NEW YORK, May 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., a nationally recognized stockholder rights law firm, is investigating potential claims against SelectQuote, Inc. (“SelectQuote” or the “Company”) (NYSE: SLQT) on behalf of …

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Published on May 5, 2025 - 12:45 GMT

Veteran M&A Attorney Joins Spiro Harrison & Nelson to Lead Corporate Business Transactions Practice Group

Spiro Harrison & Nelson Continues Strategic Growth with Addition of Industry Leader RED BANK, NJ, UNITED STATES, May 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bringing its headcount to 25 attorneys, Spiro Harrison & Nelson is pleased to announce …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 00:12 GMT

IBTA Stock Notice: Ibotta, Inc. Stockholders are Encouraged to Contact Shareholder Rights Law Firm Robbins LLP for ...

SAN DIEGO, May 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Robbins LLP reminds stockholders that a class action was filed on behalf of all persons or entities that purchased or otherwise acquired Ibotta, Inc. (NYSE: IBTA) common stock pursuant and/or traceable to the …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 00:06 GMT

ZBIO Stock Notice: Zenas BioPharma, Inc. Stockholders are Encouraged to Contact Shareholder Rights Law Firm Robbins LLP ...

SAN DIEGO, May 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Robbins LLP reminds stockholders that a class action was filed on behalf of all persons who purchased or otherwise acquired Zenas BioPharma, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZBIO) securities pursuant and/or traceable to the …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 00:01 GMT

NSSC Stock News: Stockholders with Large Losses Should Contact Robbins LLP for Information on the Class Action Lawsuit ...

SAN DIEGO, May 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Robbins LLP reminds stockholders that a class action was filed on behalf of all investors who purchased or otherwise acquired Napco Security Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: NSSC) securities between February 5, 2024 …

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