capital punishment
Weigh the pros, cons and controversies surrounding the grave issue of capital punishment; should the death penalty be allowed?
You Shall Be Hanged by the Neck
A Cruel Love I finished watching the film “A Cruel Love.” I was initially drawn to it because of the actor Toby Jones, who plays a solicitor in the film. He was the main actor in the ITV drama “Mr Bates vs the Post Office.” This was a look into the prosecution of about 700 post office workers in Great Britain. It’s called the nation’s worst miscarriage of justice. I wrote about this in an earlier story as part of my “Dirty Dozen” series.
By Calvin London2 months ago in Criminal
Trump’s Latest Statements Stir Global Debate With the UK NATO and Greenland
Trump’s Latest Statements Stir Global Debate With the UK NATO and Greenland In recent weeks, renewed attention has focused on former U.S. President Donald Trump following a series of statements and political positions that have reignited international controversy. Americans searching for the latest political news have shown strong interest in Trump’s comments involving the British royal sphere, his long running dispute connected to Greenland, and his continued criticism of NATO allies. Together, these issues reflect a broader pattern in Trump’s approach to foreign policy, one that emphasizes national interest, sharp rhetoric, and public pressure on allies.
By America today 2 months ago in Criminal
The ICE Shooting in Minneapolis A Closer Look at Federal Enforcement and Rising Tensions
The ICE Shooting in Minneapolis A Closer Look at Federal Enforcement and Rising Tensions In early 2026, Minneapolis found itself at the center of national attention following a shooting involving agents from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, widely known as ICE. The incident quickly moved beyond a single law enforcement encounter and became a symbol of broader debates surrounding immigration policy, federal authority, and the use of force in American cities. As details emerged, the shooting sparked intense public discussion, protests, and renewed scrutiny of federal operations carried out within local communities.
By America today 2 months ago in Criminal
Kendrick Simpson's Downfall
On January 15th, 2006, an insult was answered by a bullet. Tempers were hot on that cold winter night in Oklahoma City. Fritzi’s Hip Hop night club was a happening place in the city back in 2006. It was a place that attracted all kinds of interesting and sometimes very dangerous individuals. In this case it had attracted some hurricane survivors. Ok, folks, let me back up and explain a little bit.
By Cassie Moore2 months ago in Criminal
The House voted separately on DHS funding
Why Thomas Massie Can Thwart Trump With Impunity A small group of House Democrats joined Republicans on Thursday to approve a funding bill for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), defying pressure from within their party as criticism mounts over the Trump administration’s immigration enforcement policies.
By Press Release 2 months ago in Criminal
AIR FORCE ONE INCIDENT WHY A TECHNICAL ISSUE TURNED A ROUTINE FLIGHT INTO A GLOBAL HEADLINE
AIR FORCE ONE INCIDENT WHY A TECHNICAL ISSUE TURNED A ROUTINE FLIGHT INTO A GLOBAL HEADLINE Air Force One is more than just a presidential aircraft. It is a flying symbol of American power, political stability, and national security. That is why any incident involving it instantly captures global attention. A recent technical issue that forced Air Force One to alter its flight plans quickly became a major news story, raising questions about safety, politics, and the future of presidential aviation.
By America today 2 months ago in Criminal
The Ice shooting of Nicole Good
Here’s a criminal-justice / media ethics / sociology assignment-style narrative about the Minneapolis ICE shooting of Renée Good that weaves the story into a single account, explains legal issues and police policy, and highlights debates about justice and violations of law and protocol. It uses current reporting and verified facts. ([American Immigration Council][1])
By Press Release 2 months ago in Criminal
Man Escaped Death Row, But He Could Not Escape Death: The Story of Troy Leon Gregg
The story of Troy Leon Gregg is one of the most haunting and ironic episodes in the history of the American criminal justice system. It is a narrative that seems almost fictional in its cruel symmetry: a man sentenced to die by the state escapes death row mere hours before his scheduled execution only to lose his life later that same night in a violent confrontation. Gregg’s story continues to resonate not only because of its dramatic events, but also because of the deeper questions it raises about fate, justice, violence, and the limits of human escape.Troy Leon Gregg was a death row inmate in the state of Georgia, convicted of serious crimes that ultimately led to a capital sentence. After years of legal proceedings and appeals, his execution date was set. For the prison system it was meant to be the final chapter in a long process. For Gregg, however the night before his execution would take an unexpected and shocking turn.
By Kure Garba3 months ago in Criminal
