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Published on 19:18 GMT

Lawsuit claims Lancaster County Prison unlawfully blocked publications sent to inmates

A Florida-based nonprofit has filed a federal lawsuit against Lancaster County Prison officials, alleging they are unconstitutionally blocking the group’s magazines, books and letters from reaching prisoners. In a legal complaint filed Thursday in the …

Source: Lancaster Online - Pennsylvania - Neutral
Published on 18:23 GMT

Florida’s 17th execution of this year is scheduled for Tuesday

The state of Florida is set to execute 62-year-old James Robertson by lethal injection at noon Tuesday at Florida State Prison in Bradford County. It would be the 17th carried out in Florida this year. The 16 executions to date in Florida are more than all …

Source: Florida Phoenix - Florida - Left-wing
Published on 13:30 GMT

A Murder To Escape Prison Life: Florida Execution Sparks Renewed Deterrence Debate

Florida is scheduled to execute 63-year-old James Robertson at noon on Tuesday at Florida State Prison in Starke, carrying out a sentence that advocacy groups and legal observers note directly intersects with the debate over whether capital punishment acts …

Source: The Free Press - Tampa - Florida - Neutral
Published on 12:13 GMT

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis Cancels Execution of Death Row Inmate

FLORIDA - Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has canceled the scheduled execution of a convicted murderer who has spent nearly 50 years on death row. William Lee Thompson, 74, was scheduled to be executed by lethal injection on October 13th at Florida State Prison …

Source: WIOD - Florida - Pending
Published on 10:57 GMT

'More power, more money': Inside the economic clash over Florida's free-market boom

Sen. Ashley Moody, R-Fla., speaks to Fox News Digital about how democratic socialist policies, government overreach and taxpayer waste threaten Florida's booming free-enterprise economy. "Give us more power, or give us more money." That, …

Source: FOX Business - Right-wing
Published on 19:49 GMT

Naples man gets five years in prison, to repay $308K for Ian-related repair fraud case

Christopher Edward Kane of Naples was adjudicated guilty Monday of Money Laundering Over $100,000 and Scheme to Defraud. The 60-year-old was sentenced to more than 5 years in prison, followed by 10 years of probation. He was also ordered to pay over $308, …

Source: WGCU - Florida - Pending
Published on 12:25 GMT

Ex-Olympic swimming coach sentenced to 16 years in jail over assault on four girls and rape attempt

Gibney has lived in the US for years and was arrested on foot in Florida on an Irish extradition warrant. Judge Michael O'Higgins sentenced him to 16 years and eight months, with the final 14 months suspended, at the Central Criminal Court in Dublin. …

Source: GB News - Right-wing
Published on 09:12 GMT

Jimmy Dimora requests end to federal supervision, or move to Florida

CLEVELAND — Former Cuyahoga County Commissioner Jimmy Dimora wants out of his federal supervision early—or at least a transfer to Florida to live with his family. Dimora was convicted of 32 corruption-related federal charges in 2012, which at the time was …

Source: ABC 5 Cleveland - Ohio - Neutral
Published on 19:06 GMT

Paedo swimming coach George Gibney emotionless as judge hands down jail sentence

(Image: Unknown) Former Irish Olympic swimming coach George Gibney has today been sentenced to 16 years and eight months after being found guilty of the indecent assault of four girls and the attempted rape of one of them. Gibney, 78, pleaded guilty to …

Source: Cork Beo - Pending
Published on 07:14 GMT

A man from Miami was arrested in the Florida Keys for carrying four fish of illegal size

A 34-year-old man residing in Miami was arrested on Saturday, October 10, in the Florida Keys after a deputy from the Monroe County Sheriff's Office found four undersized fish during an inspection. The detained individual was identified as Yankiel …

Source: CiberCuba - Indeterminate
Published on 02:27 GMT

Cooler Check In The Florida Keys Lands Miami Man In Jail Over Illegal Fish

MONROE COUNTY, Fla. – A Miami man was booked into jail Saturday afternoon after a marine deputy caught him with several undersized fish in the Florida Keys. Yankiel Garcia Rodriguez, 34, was arrested around 4 p.m. on Oct. 10 near Mile Marker 40, according …

Source: The Free Press - Tampa - Florida - Neutral
Published on 01:53 GMT

Florida men had over 300 kilograms of cocaine at Plainview hotel, DA says

Two people were indicted as major traffickers after police recovered more than 300 kilograms of cocaine from a parked car at the Holiday Inn in Plainview. Casey Fahrer Two Florida men who were arrested for allegedly having more than 300 kilograms of …

Source: Long Island Press - New York - Neutral
Published on Oct 11, 2026

It’s Time to Allow Marijuana Use in Prison (Op-Ed)

“The K2 crisis in prisons has made me realize it is not realistic to eradicate all illegal drug usage behind bars. Instead, we should find strategies for safe and responsible harm reduction.” By Derek Jason LeCompte, Prison Journalism Project This story …

Source: Marijuana Moment - Neutral
Published on Oct 11, 2026

Central Florida Man Sentenced for Shooting Law Enforcement Drone

A Central Florida man was sentenced for shooting a law enforcement drone. 34-year-old Justin Tyler Kress, of Eustis in Lake County, was sentenced by United States District Judge Thomas P. Barber to 15 months in federal prison for the attempted destruction …

Source: West Orlando News - Florida - Neutral
Published on Oct 11, 2026

Florida anglers are now going fishing for bricks of cocaine dropped by drug smugglers... and many are keeping the ...

Some fishermen in the Florida Keys are hoping to net more than just their dinner off the coast. When they anchor their boats, most are hoping to catch a red or black grouper fish, but some are finding a completely different kind of prize: a plastic-wrapped …

Source: Daily Mail - Right-wing
Published on Oct 11, 2026

Influencer Pleads Internet for Help in Search for Missing Mother, Following Release From Jail

The influencer took to social media to explain what happens. This comes after she had been arrested after they had an alleged altercation. Popular influencer Woah Vicky has made a heartbreaking plea in search of her missing mother. As reported by Dexerto, …

Source: Wide Open Country - Pending
Published on 18:41 GMT

Jacksonville nursing assistant accused of abusing disabled adult at Riverside care facility

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A Jacksonville nursing assistant was arrested after a co-worker reported seeing him repeatedly push a disabled patient’s thigh at a Riverside care facility, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office said. Stephen Dale Jones, 60, was charged …

Source: News4Jax - Florida - Neutral
Published on 18:41 GMT

Jury selection begins for Putnam County woman accused of killing on-again, off-again boyfriend

PUTNAM COUNTY, Fla. – Jury selection began Monday for a Putnam County woman who is accused of killing her on-again, off-again boyfriend. Caylen Deller was arrested in October 2024 after deputies found the body of her on-again, off-again boyfriend Chad …

Source: News4Jax - Florida - Neutral
Published on 15:06 GMT

What happened to Christa Pike, the death row inmate who survived her execution in the U.S.?

Christa Pike, the 50-year-old woman who survived a lethal injection in Tennessee after receiving two doses of pentobarbital, was discharged from the hospital this Saturday and returned to prison. Her recovery, after being unconscious for several days and …

Source: CiberCuba - Indeterminate

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Published on October 12, 2026 - 13:55 GMT

Christa Pike Back in Prison After Botched Tennessee Execution

(MENAFN) Christa Pike, the Tennessee inmate who survived a botched lethal injection last month, has been released from the hospital and returned to prison, her attorneys confirmed Saturday. She was taken back to the Deborah K. Johnson Rehabilitation Center …

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Published on October 12, 2026 - 18:26 GMT

New Employee- Latasha Chavis

Please join us in welcoming Officer Latasha Chavis to the Fairfield County Detention Center team! Officer Chavis graduated from Basic Detention on Thursday, October 8, 2026, and we are excited to welcome her to our staff. We congratulate Officer Chavis on …

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Published on October 12, 2026 - 16:00 GMT

MedWand Selected for Breakthroughs™ PSA on Expanding Access to Healthcare

Compact, FDA-cleared multi-sensor technology gives clinicians access to clinical-grade examination findings remotely, helping healthcare org's extend care RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA, CA, UNITED STATES, October 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

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Published on October 12, 2026 - 17:37 GMT

Curt Gowdy State Park Seeks Next Round of Feedback on Future Improvements to Trails and Facilities

CHEYENNE, Wyo. – Oct. 9, 2026 - Wyoming State Parks is developing a Curt Gowdy State Park Master Plan to guide recreation, management, and investment decisions for the next 10 to 15 years. As one of the system’s most visited recreation destinations, the …

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Published on October 8, 2026 - 19:01 GMT

Citizens’ Academy Goes Behind the Scenes at Campbell County Detention Center

Citizens’ Academy Goes Behind the Scenes at Campbell County Detention Center Week 5 of the Campbell County Citizens’ Academy gave participants a rare opportunity to go inside the Campbell County Detention Center and learn about the people, technology and …

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Published on October 10, 2026 - 21:37 GMT

Physical health of people in prison - NICE guideline

Bradshaw R, Pordes BAJ, Trippier H, Kosky N, Pilling S, O’Brien F. The health of prisoners: summary of NICE guidance. BMJ. 2017; 356

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Published on October 12, 2026 - 13:59 GMT

Governor Signs Bill to Protect Utility Workers After Surge in Assaults

Sacramento, CA – Last night, Governor Gavin Newsom signed Senate Bill 1330, a bipartisan bill authored by State Senator Jesse Arreguín (D-Oakland), which increases criminal penalties for assault or battery against a utility worker. This bill is in response …

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Published on October 12, 2026 - 05:27 GMT

Bureau of Criminal Investigation - Troop A West / Assault and Robbery / Reckless Endangerment

STATE OF VERMONT DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY VERMONT STATE POLICE NEWS RELEASE CASE#: 26A2006751 RANK/TROOPER FULL NAME: Detective Trooper Robert Lemnah STATION: Berlin Barracks CONTACT#: 802- …

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Published on October 12, 2026 - 19:23 GMT

Forbes Names Atlanta Attorney Allegra Lawrence-Hardy Among Nation’s Top Lawyers

ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, October 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Krevolin Horst proudly announces that Co-Managing Partner Allegra Lawrence-Hardy has been named to the Forbes 2026 America’s Top Lawyers list. This recognition follows Allegra's …

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Published on October 12, 2026 - 16:18 GMT

Research Shows Many Men Do Look for Help When a Marriage Ends and Go Through the Pain Alone

A study of 47 men found three ways they seek support after a break-up. A coach says the problem is not effort, it is the absence of feedback BOULDER , CO, UNITED STATES, October 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The assumption that men do not seek …

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Published on October 12, 2026 - 16:01 GMT

Readers' Choice Best Attorney for the 3rd year in a row

James Rush of Rush Injury Law took home the award for the third consecutive year NOVATO, CA, UNITED STATES, October 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- James Rush of Rush Injury Law, a plaintiff's personal injury and wrongful death law firm based …

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Published on October 12, 2026 - 15:32 GMT

Scott DeSalvo's Chicago Law Firm Named a 2026 Top 10 Personal Injury Law Firm

America's Best Advocates names the Law Office of Scott D. DeSalvo, LLC its 2026 choice for dedication to justice, joining honors from BusinessRate and AIPA. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, October 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Law Office of Scott D …

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Published on October 12, 2026 - 15:15 GMT

Centre Technologies Welcomes New Director of AI to Lead Responsible AI Adoption and Innovation

Centre Technologies, an expanding Texas-based Managed Services Provider (MSP), announces Dean Wheeler as Director of AI. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, October 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With more than 20 years of experience leading data, cloud, …

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Published on October 12, 2026 - 15:08 GMT

HILL FARRER & BURRILL CONTINUES STRATEGIC GROWTH WITH THREE ATTORNEY ADDITIONS

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, October 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hill, Farrer & Burrill LLP, a Los Angeles-based law firm serving businesses and individuals in complex litigation and transactional matters, is pleased to announce the addition of …

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Published on October 12, 2026 - 15:00 GMT

Karns & Karns Personal Injury and Accident Attorneys Opens New Office Location in San Francisco

The personal injury law firm establishes an office at 95 Third Street to serve clients across San Francisco and Northern California. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, October 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Karns & Karns Personal Injury and …

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Published on October 12, 2026 - 14:52 GMT

Soberlink to Join the 2026 AFCC Indiana Annual Conference as a Premier Platinum Sponsor

INDIANAPOLIS, IN, UNITED STATES, October 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Indiana Chapter of the Association of Family and Conciliation Courts (AFCC Indiana) will host its 2026 Annual Conference, “The ABCs of PCCPs: Parent-child Contact …

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Published on October 12, 2026 - 14:11 GMT

Pattern of Misrepresentation Discovered in DOJ Funded Research

Building Shooters Technology LLC (BST) completed a six month audit which found a pattern of misrepresentation in DOJ funded research. SILVER POINT, TN, UNITED STATES, October 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Building Shooters Technology LLC (BST) …

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Published on October 12, 2026 - 14:10 GMT

Complete Discovery Source Honored in Best Innovation: Beyond at 2026 Relativity Innovation Awards

AI-Empowered Forensic Triage recognized for transforming complex forensic data into review-ready insight through Relativity aiR and CDS proprietary technology. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, October 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Complete …

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Published on October 12, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Chopin Law Firm Celebrates 2026 Cure Gala in Support of the New Orleans Hope Lodge

Attorney Philip D. Lorio IV Co-Chairs the Event; Managing Partner Justin Chopin Honored as 2026 Cure Champion NEW ORLEANS, LA, UNITED STATES, October 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Chopin Law Firm celebrates the success of the 2026 Cure Gala, …

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Published on October 12, 2026 - 13:28 GMT

Confidencial Named a 2026 SINET16 Honoree for Its Innovative Approach to Sensitive Data Protection

Patented selective protection adds a persistent layer of cyber defense that travels with sensitive information while keeping documents usable MENLO PARK, CA, UNITED STATES, October 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Confidencial, the data security …

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Published on October 12, 2026 - 13:21 GMT

JR Wealth Management Founder Jonathane Ricci Publishes Article on Cross-Disciplinary Coordination in Wealth Planning

Why correct advice from several specialists can still produce an outcome none of them would recommend, and what a coordinated view catches. TORONTO, ON, CANADA, October 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- JR Wealth Management today announced the …

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Published on October 12, 2026 - 12:54 GMT

Herrera PLLC Launches in Houston: Former Claims Adjuster Opens Injury and Insurance Practice

With over a decade of insurance claims experience, Jonathan Herrera launches Herrera PLLC in Houston, focusing on personal injury and insurance. HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, October 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Herrera PLLC, a Texas law firm …

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Published on October 12, 2026 - 12:53 GMT

MONDO.NYC 2026 CONFERENCE STARTS TOMORROW: FOUR DAYS OF MUSIC’S LEADING BUSINESS VOICES IN TECHNOLOGY, INVESTMENT & LAW

For four immersive days, industry leaders in music and the creative communities come together to examine where the business is headed and what comes next. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, October 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- MONDO.NYC 2026 STARTS …

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Published on October 12, 2026 - 12:52 GMT

Kentucky Truck Accident Lawyers at Dolt, Thompson, Shepherd, Conway & Stanton PSC Represent Serious Truck Crash Victims

Led by a Top 100 Trial Lawyer and 2026 ABOTA Kentucky Trial Attorney of the Year, the firm brings 30+ years of experience to truck accident cases statewide. LOUISVILLE, KY, UNITED STATES, October 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Attorney Tyler Thompson is …

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Published on October 12, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

New Agency RecognizedFirm Offers Law Firms a Clearer Path Through Legal Directories and Rankings

Founded by rankings strategist Evyan O'Keefe, RecognizedFirm helps firms move from maintaining their rankings to improving them. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, October 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- For law firms and legal marketers, few …

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Published on October 12, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

Tyson & Mendes Expands Texas Footprint with New Austin Office, New Partners, and Elevations

New Austin office led by Jennifer Akre, joined by Barrie Beer and Allison Vann; Thera Cooper and Brennon Gamblin are elevated to lead Dallas and Lubbock offices AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, October 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- National insurance …

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Published on October 12, 2026 - 11:48 GMT

Cambre & Associates Injury & Accident Lawyers Urges Atlanta Holiday Shoppers to Document Slip and Fall Injuries

Atlanta injury attorneys explain what shoppers and visitors can do after a fall at a store, parking lot, or other business during the busy holiday season. ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, October 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the holiday shopping …

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Published on October 12, 2026 - 09:00 GMT

National Survey Asks Mediators Where AI Helps, Where It Creates Risk and What Comes Next

Mediate Lawsuit launches 2026 study examining AI use, confidentiality concerns, professional standards and changing mediator discovery across the United States FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, UNITED STATES, October 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As …

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