17 Aug Media Outlets Continue Feeding Violent-Crime Fears Without Context
Media outlets across the country feed Americans' fears about rising violent-crime rates. But they often don't provide context. Why?
Author: Peter J. Tomasek
17 Aug Nassau County Executive Vetoes Bill Letting Police Sue Protestors
A Nassau County bill would have allowed police officers to sue protestors who "harassed" them, but the county's executive vetoed the bill.
16 Aug BOP First Step Act Programs And Activities Impossible To Predict
The First Step Act lets prisoners earn time credits by participating in programs and activities in prison, but it relies on the BOP to do so.
10 Aug LeBron James Turns Focus to Criminal Justice Reform
LeBron James isn't new to activism, but his new Protect Our People campaign aims to specifically address criminal justice reform.
06 Aug Nassau County Bill Lets Police Sue Police-Brutality Protestors
Nassau County passed a bill earlier this month that punishes protestors who “harass” police. Critics worry it thwarts First Amendment rights.
03 Aug Celebrities and Social Media “Outjustice” the Justice System
Rodney Reed's case highlights the impact of celebrities and social media on the justice system. But how did we get to this point?
30 Jul Biden Administration Supports Closing the Gap in Cocaine Sentencing
A Biden official testified that the Biden Administration supports closing the gap in cocaine sentencing. Here's why that's so significant.
29 Jul Pistons’ Owner Makes #1 Pick Just Months After Calls To Sell Team
For the first time as the Pistons' owner, Tom Gores is picking first in the NBA draft—just months after facing calls to sell the team.
20 Jul CARES Act Releasees Must Return to Prison, Biden Admin Says
For months, people released under the CARES Act have wondered whether they would return to prison. The Biden Administration's answer? Yes.
16 Jul Lawsuit Versus BOP Shows Freedom of Speech Problems In Prison
Michael Cohen's lawsuit against the Bureau of Prisons showcases the growing freedom of speech problems in prisons in the United States.