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Published on Sep 15, 2026

Winnebago County guards fire pepperballs more than any other Illinois jail — often on people with mental illnesses

Rockford, Ill. — A 28-year-old woman on suicide watch in the mental-health unit of Winnebago County Jail refused to surrender her clothing and hid in the corner of her cell. In response, an officer fired a pepperball launcher into the cell: a high-pressure …

Source: NPR Illinois - Pending
Published on Sep 15, 2026

Convicted Seattle mass shooter recently released booked on new charges

BELLEVUE, Wash. - A convicted felon who served nearly seven years in prison for shooting five people at a Seattle bus stop in 2016 is back behind bars after Bellevue police say officers found a loaded .45-caliber handgun in his pocket — and Federal Way …

Source: FOX 13 Seattle - Washington State - Indeterminate
Published on Sep 15, 2026

Child rapist and two drug traffickers among four convicted felons ICE Seattle arrested in just three days

ICE Seattle announced four felony arrests over three days in Washington, including a man convicted twice of raping a child and two women with federal drug trafficking convictions. Every one of them was in the country illegally and had already been …

Source: AM 770 KTTH - Washington State - Pending
Published on Sep 15, 2026

Seattle man gets 17 years for recruiting minors to carry out armed robbery spree that left dispensary worker dead

Michael Keylon Miller-Jimerson recruited and armed juveniles to carry out robberies across the Puget Sound region, including one in which a 15-year-old accomplice shot and killed a dispensary worker. A Seattle man who recruited and armed juveniles to carry …

Source: The Post Millenial - Right-wing
Published on Sep 14, 2026

Congress spends $100 MILLION on Washington state crime-diversion program based on false data: report

LEAD advocates spent more than a decade overstating the results of the program's initial evaluation, helping persuade lawmakers to change policy. A criminal justice diversion program that was created in Seattle received nearly $100 million in federal …

Source: The Post Millenial - Right-wing
Published on Sep 14, 2026

Yakima tops list for recent immigration arrests in Washington state

Over the last few months, cities across Washington state have seen a surge in Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrests. Yakima is at the top of the list, recent data show. Between March 11 and Aug. 5 of this year, ICE arrested more than 2,500 people in …

Source: Yakima Herald-Republic - Washington State - Pending
Published on Sep 14, 2026

New Deputy Warden of Security at Washington State Prison

Tiauna Powell Promoted FORSYTH, Ga. – The Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) Commissioner Tyrone Oliver announced the promotion of Tiauna Powell, Unit Manager at Washington State Prison (SP), to Deputy Warden of Security at Washington SP, effective …

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Published on Sep 15, 2026

Seattle man connected to dispensary, bank robberies gets 17-year sentence

SEATTLE - A Seattle man who was linked to a series of marijuana dispensary and bank robberies between December 2021 and June 2022 has been sentenced to 17 years in prison, the Department of Justice announced on Monday. In one of the dispensary robberies …

Source: FOX 13 Seattle - Washington State - Indeterminate
Published on Sep 15, 2026

Seattle police arrest man in Belltown shooting that killed woman

SEATTLE - Seattle police announced they have made an arrest in a deadly shooting in the Belltown neighborhood that killed a 23-year-old woman. What we know: The shooting happened shortly before 2 a.m. near 3rd and Blanchard Street on Sept. 6. Officers …

Source: FOX 13 Seattle - Washington State - Indeterminate
Published on Sep 15, 2026

Seattle man who recruited teens for dispensary and bank robbery spree sentenced to 17 years

A Seattle man who recruited a crew of teenagers to carry out a string of armed robberies at marijuana dispensaries and banks across the Puget Sound region has been sentenced to 17 years in federal prison. Michael Keylon Miller-Jimerson, 26, pleaded guilty …

Source: KIRO 7 - Washington State - Neutral
Published on Sep 13, 2026

Romanian fugitive caught in Washington state after year on the run, will be sent back to Georgia

A foreign national who fled federal prosecution in Georgia has been arrested in Washington state after more than a year on the run. Bogdan Alexandru Gherghevici, 27, a Romanian fugitive, was apprehended near Seattle on Sept. 4, 2026, in connection with a …

Source: WSBTV - Georgia - Neutral
Published on Sep 14, 2026

After Dem Running in Midterms Backed Trans Prison Policy, a Female Inmate Said a Killer Threatened to Rape Her

Democratic Maine Senate nominee Troy Jackson voted for a state policy to allow trans-identifying men into women’s prisons prior to a male inmate allegedly threatening to rape a female prisoner. As Maine Senate president in 2021, Jackson voted for state …

Source: The Western Journal - Right-wing
Published on Sep 15, 2026

Man who strangled wife during argument accepts plea deal

An Easton man has been sentenced to six months in jail for strangling his wife during an argument about their divorce. Humberto Diaz Acosta, 31, accepted a plea deal with prosecutors and pleaded guilty to second-degree domestic violence assault late last …

Source: Daily Record - Washington State - Pending
Published on Sep 15, 2026

Man charged with DUI, felony eluding after Upper County chase

An Issaquah man pleaded not guilty to felony eluding Thursday in Kittitas County Superior Court after prosecutors alleged he crashed his car while trying to outrun the Washington State Patrol. Ciaran Ultan Seamus Veal, 30, was also charged with driving …

Source: Daily Record - Washington State - Pending
Published on Sep 15, 2026

Pierce County Man, 58, Nabbed After Granddaughter's Shouts Foil Jewelry Heist

A 58-year-old man is in custody after deputies said he entered a Pierce County home while residents were inside, took jewelry from upstairs bedrooms and fled through the surrounding neighborhood. The homeowner was working in the yard, and the suspect left …

Source: Hoodline - California - Center-left
Published on Sep 14, 2026

‘Vindictive predator’ Archer gets up to life in prison

Trigger Warning: This article contains information regarding sexual assault and predatory behavior that is disturbing, even though we are not reporting graphic details contained in the court filing. Reader discretion is advised. SOUTH BEND — The pre- …

Source: Chinook Observer - Washington State - Neutral
Published on Sep 15, 2026

Bombshell DHS report shows inhumane conditions at 'Alligator Alcatraz'

A bombshell 33-page report from the Department of Homeland Security's Inspector General confirmed long-standing allegations of "deplorable" and "inhumane" conditions at the now-shuttered immigration detention facility in Florida …

Source: KXLH 9 Helena - Montana - Neutral
Published on Sep 15, 2026

WA lawmakers face another $1B decision on lawsuit payouts

Washington needs to spend another $1.3 billion over the next two years to address skyrocketing lawsuit payouts due to state government misconduct, according to a recently filed budget request from a state agency. This comes after the Legislature this year …

Source: Washington State Standard - Left-wing
Published on Sep 15, 2026

Everett Police officers injured after stolen tractor-trailer hits 5 cruisers

Catalina Gaitán The Seattle Times EVERETT, Wash. — Four Everett police officers were hospitalized with minor injuries Thursday morning after a man driving a stolen semitruck allegedly rammed into patrol cars while being chased by police, according to the …

Source: Sacramento Sun - California - Pending

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 17:52 GMT

4Sight Labs Calls for U.S.-Based Standards to Protect Biometric Data in Correctional Facilities

Correctional technology providers should meet higher standards for data residency, access, ownership and security. TEMPE, AZ, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As correctional agencies increasingly adopt biometric sensors, …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 16:58 GMT

Building Maintenance Worker – Youth Complex / Juvenile Detention Center – Division of Family Guidance – Department of ...

Building Maintenance Worker – Youth Complex / Juvenile Detention Center – Division of Family Guidance – Department of Human Services Organizational Overview: The Bergen County Division of Family Guidance provides clinical, residential, educational, …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 22:15 GMT

Wyoming County Doctor Sentenced to State Prison for Illegally Prescribing Medications to Patients

HARRISBURG — Attorney General Dave Sunday announced that a Wyoming County doctor has been sentenced to state prison for prescribing controlled substances which placed his patients in danger. Dr. Raphael Benjamin Kon, 62, of Noxen, was sentenced Monday to …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 23:02 GMT

Career offender sentenced to over 21 years in prison for federal drug and firearms crimes

Alonzo Lee Bonner Jr., 39, of Petersburg, was sentenced to 21 years and 10 months in prison for possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 21:34 GMT

Governor Hochul Celebrates Official Groundbreaking of $167 Millio...

Governor Kathy Hochul today celebrated the official groundbreaking of Chelsea Beacon, a more than $167 million redevelopment that will transform the long-vacant, State-owned former Bayview Correctional Facility at 550 West 20th Street in Manhattan's …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 18:17 GMT

Chelsea Beacon Groundbreaking Celebrated

Governor Kathy Hochul today celebrated the official groundbreaking of Chelsea Beacon, a more than $167 million redevelopment that will transform the long-vacant, State-owned former Bayview Correctional Facility at 550 West 20th Street in Manhattan's …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 18:44 GMT

Governor Hochul Celebrates Official Groundbreaking of $167 Million Chelsea Beacon Redevelopment in Manhattan

Transformation of Long-Vacant Former Bayview Correctional Facility Will Create Over 130 Permanently Affordable Homes, Supportive Housing and Community Space in West Chelsea Project Will Provide Supportive Housing for Formerly Incarcerated New Yorkers and …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 16:00 GMT

ACTALL Appoints Barry Prestage as Business Development Director to Support Growth in Secure Location Solutions

Industry veteran brings three decades of integration, technical sales and business development experience as ACTALL expands in secure and complex environments DENVER, CO, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Actall Corporation …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 23:00 GMT

Institute of the Americas Opens Applications for Inaugural CaliBaja North American Leadership Academy

Selective 11-month program will bring together 20 emerging leaders from San Diego and Imperial Counties and Baja California. LA JOLLA, CA, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Institute of the Americas today opened …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 20:57 GMT

75 Years After a Police Corruption Investigation Captivated Cincinnati, One Family Tells The Story History Left Behind

Tracy Tanner's nonfiction memoir uncovers the lasting human cost of one man's decision to expose corruption and the resilience that shaped generations ORANGE COUNTY, CA, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In 1951, …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 20:26 GMT

Helen Thompson Media Builds Momentum with Growing Roster of Leading Texas Brands.

San Antonio agency expands its work with WB Liquors, La Panadería, Morgan’s Wonderland and Hemisfair SA with an integrated modern marketing approach. SAN ANTONIO, TX, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Helen Thompson Media ( …

Distribution channels: Automotive Industry, Companies ...
Published on September 15, 2026 - 20:02 GMT

H.E. Mohammed Al-Jadaan, Saudi Arabia's Minister of Finance, Opens Money20/20 Middle East in Riyadh

• Minister of Finance and Chairman of FSDP underlines Kingdom's financial sector resilience and ability to support new markets RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, September 16, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- • Minister of Finance and Chairman of FSDP …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 19:29 GMT

EJLPC Urges New York to Fully Evaluate Bulk Transmission Before Committing Ratepayers to Costly Grid Investments

Filing warns inadequate transmission planning could increase electricity costs and keep aging, polluting downstate power plants online longer NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- NEW YORK - September 15, 2026 - The …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 19:28 GMT

Legal Professionals Volunteer Their Skills Toward Affordable Housing

Attorney Gita Sankano is asking lawyers and legal professionals to put their skills to use through pro bono and volunteer work connected to affordable housing. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Affordable housing …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 19:17 GMT

Murtaugh LLP’s Robert Lemen, Devin Murtaugh and Lauren Saint Named to 2027 Lawdragon 500 Leading Litigators in America

Murtaugh attorneys recognized for practices spanning trust and estate disputes, business litigation, design professional defense and complex civil matters. IRVINE, CA, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Southern California law firm …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 18:52 GMT

PointClick Named 2026 Best SEO Company for Family Law Firms Nationwide

Top Business Awards US recognizes PointClick for its specialization in legal marketing and work with family law firms. TEHACHAPI, CA, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PointClick, a digital marketing agency that works …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 18:23 GMT

Dordick Law Corporation Earns 14 Spots in 2027 Super Lawyers Lists

The firm's attorneys are recognized across the Super Lawyers and Rising Stars 2027 editions, led by founder Gary A. Dordick's 17th consecutive Top 100 honor. BEVERLY HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dordick …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 18:16 GMT

Litix Legal Invites Arizona Business Community to Free 'A Lawyer Walks Into a Bar' Phoenix Legal Q&A & Networking Event

Sept. 29 event at Linger Longer Lounge offers informal conversations and networking with attorney Ryan Hurley for Arizona’s business community. PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Phoenix attorney and CEO of …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 18:04 GMT

Al Dawson’s 'Borderlines' Examines Cartel Power as U.S. Intensifies Crackdown on Mexican Cartels

As the U.S. escalates its fight against Mexican drug cartels, Dawson’s book examines the growing challenge of corruption and organized crime LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mexican drug cartels have …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 17:52 GMT

4Sight Labs Calls for U.S.-Based Standards to Protect Biometric Data in Correctional Facilities

Correctional technology providers should meet higher standards for data residency, access, ownership and security. TEMPE, AZ, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As correctional agencies increasingly adopt biometric sensors, …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 17:20 GMT

United Debt Relief Publishes the Federal Debt Rights Consumers Rarely Use as Collection Complaints Hit 387,400

Federal law gives consumers 30 days to demand written verification of any collection account, and bars debt relief fees before a debt is actually settled. SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Consumers carrying …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 17:19 GMT

Four Resmini Law Attorneys Named to 2027 Best Lawyers List in Personal Injury Litigation

Four attorneys at a Providence law firm earn spots on the 2027 Best Lawyers list for personal injury litigation, one for the first time. PROVIDENCE, RI, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Four attorneys with the Law Offices …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 17:14 GMT

Jacqueline Newman Selected as a 2026 Influencer in Law by Long Island Business News

GARDEN CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jacqueline Newman, managing partner of Berkman Bottger Newman & Schein, one of the country's largest matrimonial law firms, has been selected for inclusion in Long …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 17:07 GMT

From Yellow Pages to Google to AI: AIMZER Unveils Framework for Business Visibility

Consumers are increasingly turning to ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude instead of browsing Google search results, fundamentally changing how people find businesses. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The way consumers …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 16:30 GMT

National Campaign Corrects the Record About the Lawful Use of Foreign Asset Protection Trusts

Attorney Lanny J. Davis retained to lead public-information effort promoting accurate analysis of offshore-trust case law and lawful family asset planning MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Blake Harris Law and Verdon Law …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 15:55 GMT

New York Construction Reporting Pay Act Takes Effect December 8

NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Gorayeb & Associates breaks down what Chapter 291 of the Laws of 2026 requires on public and private jobs, when the clock starts, and why the legislature tied unpredictable …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 15:30 GMT

ForensisGroup's Mercy Tolentino Steenwyk and Emily Lou Steenwyk Named 2026 LA Times Studios Inspirational Women Nominees

Founder & CEO and Managing Director independently recognized for leadership, innovation and impact PASADENA, CA, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ForensisGroup, known in the legal and insurance communities as The …

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Published on September 15, 2026 - 15:30 GMT

California Boutique Law Firm Challenges Traditional Growth Model with Strategic Expansion

EL SEGUNDO, CA, UNITED STATES, September 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Law Offices of Parag L. Amin, P.C. (LawPLA), a California-based boutique law firm founded in 2012, announced significant growth over the past two years, increasing revenue by …

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