Prison

Edward Poindexter, Convicted Former Black Panther Who Maintained His Innocence, Dies In Prison at 79

Poindexter along with David Rice were found guilty of the death of Omaha policeman Larry Minard.
12/11/2023
Minnesota Department of Corrections

Derek Chauvin Reportedly Stabbed in Federal Prison

The former Minneapolis police officer, convicted in the 2020 murder of George Floyd, is serving a sentence of more than 20 years.
11/25/2023

Brooklyn, NY Black Man Released From 18-Year Prison Bid After Wrongful Conviction

Sheldon Thomas, 35, was arrested and charged after a witness chose the photo of a man with the same name.
03/11/2023

DOJ Accuses Louisiana Of 'Routinely' Keeping Inmates Locked Up Past Release Dates

‘Our investigation uncovered evidence of systemic violations,’ Assistant Atty Gen. Kristen Clarke says.
01/27/2023