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NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Luigi Mangione wears bulletproof vest as lawyer tries in vain to delay case during made-for-TV hearing in Manhattan

Luigi Mangione's murder case drew attention in court due to his appearance and presence of supporters.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Luigi Mangione's case marks a shift in politics of the death penalty in the U.S.

Luigi Mangione faces federal charges for killing UnitedHealthcare's CEO, with prosecutors seeking the death penalty under the Trump administration's new capital punishment directive.
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
4 days ago

Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty in murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson

Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO; federal prosecutors seek death penalty.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

U.S. Indicts Luigi Mangione in Killing of Health Insurance Executive

Luigi Mangione has been indicted for the murder of health care executive Brian Thompson, with the Justice Department pursuing the death penalty.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago

AG Pam Bondi orders prosecutors to seek death penalty in Luigi Mangione case: 'Cold-blooded assassination'

The federal government is seeking the death penalty for Luigi Mangione for the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Black Lives Matter
fromNew York Post
4 days ago

Diehard Luigi Mangione fans rally outside NYC courthouse as he pleads not guilty to murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in federal death penalty case

Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty to murder charges, sparking a protest against the death penalty by his supporters.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Luigi Mangione wears bulletproof vest as lawyer tries in vain to delay case during made-for-TV hearing in Manhattan

Luigi Mangione's murder case drew attention in court due to his appearance and presence of supporters.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Luigi Mangione's case marks a shift in politics of the death penalty in the U.S.

Luigi Mangione faces federal charges for killing UnitedHealthcare's CEO, with prosecutors seeking the death penalty under the Trump administration's new capital punishment directive.
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
4 days ago

Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty in murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson

Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO; federal prosecutors seek death penalty.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago

U.S. Indicts Luigi Mangione in Killing of Health Insurance Executive

Luigi Mangione has been indicted for the murder of health care executive Brian Thompson, with the Justice Department pursuing the death penalty.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 weeks ago

AG Pam Bondi orders prosecutors to seek death penalty in Luigi Mangione case: 'Cold-blooded assassination'

The federal government is seeking the death penalty for Luigi Mangione for the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
Black Lives Matter
fromNew York Post
4 days ago

Diehard Luigi Mangione fans rally outside NYC courthouse as he pleads not guilty to murdering UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in federal death penalty case

Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty to murder charges, sparking a protest against the death penalty by his supporters.
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#federal-court
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Here's where Luigi Mangione's cases stand before his arraignment Friday

Luigi Mangione is charged with murdering United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, with the DOJ seeking the death penalty for the crime.
NYC politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Luigi Mangione to appear in federal court over killing of healthcare chief

Luigi Mangione faces death penalty charges for the alleged murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, highlighting issues in America's healthcare system.
Black Lives Matter
fromeuronews
4 days ago

Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to murder in Manhattan court

Luigi Mangione has pleaded not guilty to the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, facing a potential death penalty.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 days ago
NYC politics

Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to federal murder charge in killing of UnitedHealthcare's CEO

Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty to the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO as prosecutors seek death penalty.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Here's where Luigi Mangione's cases stand before his arraignment Friday

Luigi Mangione is charged with murdering United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, with the DOJ seeking the death penalty for the crime.
NYC politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Luigi Mangione to appear in federal court over killing of healthcare chief

Luigi Mangione faces death penalty charges for the alleged murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, highlighting issues in America's healthcare system.
Black Lives Matter
fromeuronews
4 days ago

Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to murder in Manhattan court

Luigi Mangione has pleaded not guilty to the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, facing a potential death penalty.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 days ago
NYC politics

Luigi Mangione pleads not guilty to federal murder charge in killing of UnitedHealthcare's CEO

Luigi Mangione pleaded not guilty to the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO as prosecutors seek death penalty.
more#federal-court
#idaho-murders
US news
fromThe Washington Post
5 days ago

Idaho stabbings suspect can face death penalty despite autism, judge rules

Prosecutors can seek the death penalty for Bryan Kohberger if convicted, as autism diagnosis does not exempt him from capital punishment.
from6abc Philadelphia
5 days ago
SF parents

Idaho college killings: Judge refuses to rule out death penalty over autism diagnosis

Judge denies Kohberger's lawyer's argument against the death penalty based on autism, asserting no legal basis exists for such a disqualification.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
5 days ago

Idaho stabbings suspect can face death penalty despite autism, judge rules

Prosecutors can seek the death penalty for Bryan Kohberger if convicted, as autism diagnosis does not exempt him from capital punishment.
from6abc Philadelphia
5 days ago
SF parents

Idaho college killings: Judge refuses to rule out death penalty over autism diagnosis

Judge denies Kohberger's lawyer's argument against the death penalty based on autism, asserting no legal basis exists for such a disqualification.
more#idaho-murders
#legal-proceedings
NYC politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Luigi Mangione indicted in federal court in CEO killing

Luigi Mangione was indicted for the murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, facing potential death penalty amid national debate on healthcare.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago
US news

Texas Prosecutors Will No Longer Pursue Death Penalty in El Paso Shooting

Texas prosecutors will no longer pursue the death penalty in the El Paso Walmart shooting case to honor families' wishes for finality.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
Black Lives Matter

Grand jury indicts CEO killing suspect Luigi Mangione

Luigi Mangione was indicted for the murder of UnitedHealthcare's CEO Brian Thompson, with federal prosecutors seeking the death penalty.
fromNew York Post
5 days ago
SF parents

Judge rules prosecutors can seek death penalty against Bryan Kohberger if convicted of Idaho student murders - despite autism diagnosis

Judge rules death penalty can be sought for Bryan Kohberger, despite autism diagnosis.
Autism spectrum disorder does not exempt Kohberger from capital punishment consideration.
NYC politics
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Luigi Mangione indicted in federal court in CEO killing

Luigi Mangione was indicted for the murder of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, facing potential death penalty amid national debate on healthcare.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago
US news

Texas Prosecutors Will No Longer Pursue Death Penalty in El Paso Shooting

Texas prosecutors will no longer pursue the death penalty in the El Paso Walmart shooting case to honor families' wishes for finality.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
Black Lives Matter

Grand jury indicts CEO killing suspect Luigi Mangione

Luigi Mangione was indicted for the murder of UnitedHealthcare's CEO Brian Thompson, with federal prosecutors seeking the death penalty.
fromNew York Post
5 days ago
SF parents

Judge rules prosecutors can seek death penalty against Bryan Kohberger if convicted of Idaho student murders - despite autism diagnosis

Judge rules death penalty can be sought for Bryan Kohberger, despite autism diagnosis.
Autism spectrum disorder does not exempt Kohberger from capital punishment consideration.
more#legal-proceedings
#execution
US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

First firing squad execution in 15 years carried out in South Carolina

Brad Keith Sigmon was executed by firing squad in South Carolina, marking the state's first use of this method and highlighting complexities of the death penalty.
SF politics
fromeuronews
1 month ago

First firing squad execution in 15 years to be carried out in US

Brad Sigmon is scheduled to be executed by firing squad, making him the first in 15 years in the US.
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago
US news

Arizona executes man who requested death sentence for 2002 murder

Arizona executed its first prisoner since 2022, following a renewed execution process to reduce errors and ensure smooth procedure.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago
US news

A South Carolina prisoner is the first executed by a firing squad in 15 years

Brad Sigmon was executed by firing squad, marking the first use of this method in 15 years in the U.S.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Miami food

Florida man faces execution for killing girl, 8, and her grandmother

Edward James is scheduled for execution after murdering an eight-year-old girl and her grandmother in 1993.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
Miami food

Man who killed women in both Florida and California set to be executed

Glen Edward Rogers, convicted of killing two women, is scheduled for execution in Florida, marking the state's fifth execution this year.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

First firing squad execution in 15 years carried out in South Carolina

Brad Keith Sigmon was executed by firing squad in South Carolina, marking the state's first use of this method and highlighting complexities of the death penalty.
SF politics
fromeuronews
1 month ago

First firing squad execution in 15 years to be carried out in US

Brad Sigmon is scheduled to be executed by firing squad, making him the first in 15 years in the US.
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago
US news

Arizona executes man who requested death sentence for 2002 murder

Arizona executed its first prisoner since 2022, following a renewed execution process to reduce errors and ensure smooth procedure.
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago
US news

A South Carolina prisoner is the first executed by a firing squad in 15 years

Brad Sigmon was executed by firing squad, marking the first use of this method in 15 years in the U.S.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Miami food

Florida man faces execution for killing girl, 8, and her grandmother

Edward James is scheduled for execution after murdering an eight-year-old girl and her grandmother in 1993.
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago
Miami food

Man who killed women in both Florida and California set to be executed

Glen Edward Rogers, convicted of killing two women, is scheduled for execution in Florida, marking the state's fifth execution this year.
more#execution
#lethal-injection
US news
fromWashington Post
1 month ago

An American is set to be executed by firing squad. Here's what to know.

Brad Keith Sigmon is scheduled to be executed by firing squad, the first such execution in South Carolina's history.
Beer
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Who are the death row executioners? Disgraced doctors, suspended nurses and drunk drivers

The identities of executioners in the US remain largely hidden due to state secrecy laws.
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago
Podcast

The Reality Of The Death Penalty Is Even Worse Than You Think - Above the Law

Corinna Lain discusses the shocking truths behind lethal injection in her book, emphasizing the hidden complexities and ethical dilemmas of capital punishment.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago
US news

South Carolina Inmate Set to Be Executed by Firing Squad

South Carolina plans to execute Brad Sigmon via firing squad, a method not used since 2010, amid concerns over lethal injection.
US news
fromWashington Post
1 month ago

An American is set to be executed by firing squad. Here's what to know.

Brad Keith Sigmon is scheduled to be executed by firing squad, the first such execution in South Carolina's history.
Beer
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Who are the death row executioners? Disgraced doctors, suspended nurses and drunk drivers

The identities of executioners in the US remain largely hidden due to state secrecy laws.
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago
Podcast

The Reality Of The Death Penalty Is Even Worse Than You Think - Above the Law

Corinna Lain discusses the shocking truths behind lethal injection in her book, emphasizing the hidden complexities and ethical dilemmas of capital punishment.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago
US news

South Carolina Inmate Set to Be Executed by Firing Squad

South Carolina plans to execute Brad Sigmon via firing squad, a method not used since 2010, amid concerns over lethal injection.
more#lethal-injection
#human-rights
World news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Global executions reach highest figure in almost a decade DW 04/08/2025

Iran, Saudi Arabia, and Iraq are responsible for 90% of executions, with a significant rise in death penalties noted.
Saudi Arabia's executions increased under a narrative linking terrorism to dissent suppression.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
US politics

Executions at 10-year high after huge increases in Iran, Iraq and Saudi Arabia

2024 saw the highest number of executions in a decade, largely driven by Iran, Iraq, and Saudi Arabia's increases.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago
France politics

Conspiracy trial' restarts: What's Tunisia's history with death penalty?

Tunisia's death penalty has been in suspension since 1991, yet significant political trials pose potential for reinstated sentences.
World news
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

Global executions reach highest figure in almost a decade DW 04/08/2025

Iran, Saudi Arabia, and Iraq are responsible for 90% of executions, with a significant rise in death penalties noted.
Saudi Arabia's executions increased under a narrative linking terrorism to dissent suppression.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
US politics

Executions at 10-year high after huge increases in Iran, Iraq and Saudi Arabia

2024 saw the highest number of executions in a decade, largely driven by Iran, Iraq, and Saudi Arabia's increases.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago
France politics

Conspiracy trial' restarts: What's Tunisia's history with death penalty?

Tunisia's death penalty has been in suspension since 1991, yet significant political trials pose potential for reinstated sentences.
more#human-rights
#unitedhealthcare
NYC politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Luigi M. faces federal charges in killing of healthcare CEO DW 04/18/2025

Luigi M. faces federal murder charges with potential death penalty for killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 weeks ago
US news

Prosecutors to Seek Death Penalty for Luigi Mangione, Bondi Says

Attorney General Pam Bondi is pursuing the death penalty for Luigi Mangione, charged with the premeditated murder of executive Brian Thompson.
NYC politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 week ago

Luigi M. faces federal charges in killing of healthcare CEO DW 04/18/2025

Luigi M. faces federal murder charges with potential death penalty for killing UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson.
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 weeks ago
US news

Prosecutors to Seek Death Penalty for Luigi Mangione, Bondi Says

Attorney General Pam Bondi is pursuing the death penalty for Luigi Mangione, charged with the premeditated murder of executive Brian Thompson.
more#unitedhealthcare
#legal
US politics
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Child killer Thomas Sanders whose sentence was commuted by Biden faces death penalty in Louisiana

Former President Biden commuted the death sentence of convicted child murderer Thomas S. Sanders, who is now facing new charges.
Law
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Luigi Mangione indicted by feds as death penalty sought in NYC murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO

Luigi Mangione has been indicted for the alleged assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, with the death penalty sought by prosecutors.
US politics
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Child killer Thomas Sanders whose sentence was commuted by Biden faces death penalty in Louisiana

Former President Biden commuted the death sentence of convicted child murderer Thomas S. Sanders, who is now facing new charges.
Law
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Luigi Mangione indicted by feds as death penalty sought in NYC murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO

Luigi Mangione has been indicted for the alleged assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, with the death penalty sought by prosecutors.
more#legal
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 week ago
US politics

Former death row prisoners fight attempt to move them to one of the nation's harshest prisons.

Condemned prisoners are suing the federal government against a transfer to a supermax prison, arguing it violates their rights post-commutation.
#firing-squad
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

South Carolina Inmate Set to Be Executed by Firing Squad

South Carolina plans to execute prisoner Brad Sigmon using a rare firing squad method, not seen in the U.S. since 2010.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

South Carolina moves ahead with cruel' firing squad execution despite outcry

South Carolina's upcoming execution by firing squad raises ethical and safety concerns, reflecting a contentious revival of capital punishment after a long hiatus.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

South Carolina plans to carry out a firing squad execution. Is it safe for witnesses?

South Carolina's upcoming firing squad execution raises significant safety concerns for participants and witnesses.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Firing squad could become Idaho's main execution method if governor signs bill

Idaho may soon switch to firing squads as the primary execution method, pending Governor's approval.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

The return of the firing squad is a defeat for death penalty supporters | Austin Sarat

South Carolina's execution of Mikal Mahdi by firing squad marks a troubling resurgence of this method in capital punishment.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

South Carolina Inmate Set to Be Executed by Firing Squad

South Carolina plans to execute prisoner Brad Sigmon using a rare firing squad method, not seen in the U.S. since 2010.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

South Carolina moves ahead with cruel' firing squad execution despite outcry

South Carolina's upcoming execution by firing squad raises ethical and safety concerns, reflecting a contentious revival of capital punishment after a long hiatus.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

South Carolina plans to carry out a firing squad execution. Is it safe for witnesses?

South Carolina's upcoming firing squad execution raises significant safety concerns for participants and witnesses.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Firing squad could become Idaho's main execution method if governor signs bill

Idaho may soon switch to firing squads as the primary execution method, pending Governor's approval.
SF politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

The return of the firing squad is a defeat for death penalty supporters | Austin Sarat

South Carolina's execution of Mikal Mahdi by firing squad marks a troubling resurgence of this method in capital punishment.
more#firing-squad
#murder-trial
US news
from6abc Philadelphia
3 weeks ago

Prosecution adds ex-US attorney to University of Idaho quadruple murder case

Joshua Hurwit joins the prosecution team for Bryan Kohberger's murder trial, highlighting the high-stakes nature of this significant criminal case.
fromMiami Herald
3 weeks ago
Law

Man accused of violent crime spree guilty of first-degree murder. State seeks death

Anthawn Ragan was convicted of first-degree murder, and the state is seeking the death penalty for his actions over a decade ago.
fromMiami Herald
4 weeks ago
Miami food

State dealt early blow in death penalty case. Key witness nixes plea, refuses to testify

Terry Nealy, a key witness, refuses to testify against Anthawn Ragan, complicating the murder trial and impacting his potential early release.
US news
from6abc Philadelphia
3 weeks ago

Prosecution adds ex-US attorney to University of Idaho quadruple murder case

Joshua Hurwit joins the prosecution team for Bryan Kohberger's murder trial, highlighting the high-stakes nature of this significant criminal case.
fromMiami Herald
3 weeks ago
Law

Man accused of violent crime spree guilty of first-degree murder. State seeks death

Anthawn Ragan was convicted of first-degree murder, and the state is seeking the death penalty for his actions over a decade ago.
fromMiami Herald
4 weeks ago
Miami food

State dealt early blow in death penalty case. Key witness nixes plea, refuses to testify

Terry Nealy, a key witness, refuses to testify against Anthawn Ragan, complicating the murder trial and impacting his potential early release.
more#murder-trial
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago
Los Angeles

Death penalty conviction for notorious L.A. gang killer overturned by state's high court

The California Supreme Court overturned Timothy McGhee's death penalty conviction due to the wrongful dismissal of a potentially sympathetic juror.
#crime
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 weeks ago
US news

US prosecutors to seek death penalty against CEO killing suspect Mangione

The Justice Department plans to seek the death penalty for Luigi Mangione, reflecting President Trump's agenda on crime and safety.
fromSlate Magazine
4 weeks ago
US politics

Trump's Bloodthirsty Call to Execute Luigi Mangione Is the Exact Wrong Way to Deal With Luigi Mangione

Luigi Mangione's alleged killing of a healthcare CEO highlights societal frustrations with the healthcare system.
fromBoston.com
4 weeks ago
US news

Prosecutors directed to seek death penalty against UnitedHealthcare killing suspect Luigi Mangione

Luigi Mangione faces federal murder charges with the potential for the death penalty for killing CEO Brian Thompson.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 weeks ago
US news

US prosecutors to seek death penalty against CEO killing suspect Mangione

The Justice Department plans to seek the death penalty for Luigi Mangione, reflecting President Trump's agenda on crime and safety.
fromSlate Magazine
4 weeks ago
US politics

Trump's Bloodthirsty Call to Execute Luigi Mangione Is the Exact Wrong Way to Deal With Luigi Mangione

Luigi Mangione's alleged killing of a healthcare CEO highlights societal frustrations with the healthcare system.
fromBoston.com
4 weeks ago
US news

Prosecutors directed to seek death penalty against UnitedHealthcare killing suspect Luigi Mangione

Luigi Mangione faces federal murder charges with the potential for the death penalty for killing CEO Brian Thompson.
more#crime
#criminal-justice
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Alabama governor commutes death sentence of man convicted for 1991 murder

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey commuted Robin Myers' death sentence to life in prison due to doubts regarding his guilt and a lack of physical evidence.
UK news
fromtime.com
2 months ago

Supreme Court Tosses Richard Glossip's Murder Conviction and Death Sentence

The Supreme Court overturned Richard Glossip's murder conviction due to prosecutorial misconduct regarding undisclosed evidence.
fromBuzzFeed
4 weeks ago
NYC politics

Attorney General Pam Bondi Directs Prosecutors To Seek Death Penalty Against Luigi Mangione

Trump's administration is reinstituting aggressive federal death penalty measures, emphasizing harsher penalties for violent crimes.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Alabama governor commutes death sentence of man convicted for 1991 murder

Alabama Governor Kay Ivey commuted Robin Myers' death sentence to life in prison due to doubts regarding his guilt and a lack of physical evidence.
UK news
fromtime.com
2 months ago

Supreme Court Tosses Richard Glossip's Murder Conviction and Death Sentence

The Supreme Court overturned Richard Glossip's murder conviction due to prosecutorial misconduct regarding undisclosed evidence.
fromBuzzFeed
4 weeks ago
NYC politics

Attorney General Pam Bondi Directs Prosecutors To Seek Death Penalty Against Luigi Mangione

Trump's administration is reinstituting aggressive federal death penalty measures, emphasizing harsher penalties for violent crimes.
more#criminal-justice
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Kenyan man who spent decade on death row sues London police for role in wrongful conviction

Ali Kololo, wrongfully sentenced to death, is suing the Metropolitan police for their misleading evidence leading to his conviction.
#legal-system
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Changing US law keeps victims' families and people on death row waiting decades for closure

Marcia Fulton grapples with the possibility of David Wood's innocence while facing her daughter's murder case.
Emotions clash as Fulton considers potential new evidence against her conviction of Wood's guilt.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
US politics

Arizona's execution pitted experts against politicians. Experts lost | Austin Sarat

Arizona executed Aaron Gunches for his crimes after a controversial decision by Governor Hobbs to bypass an independent review of execution procedures.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Changing US law keeps victims' families and people on death row waiting decades for closure

Marcia Fulton grapples with the possibility of David Wood's innocence while facing her daughter's murder case.
Emotions clash as Fulton considers potential new evidence against her conviction of Wood's guilt.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
US politics

Arizona's execution pitted experts against politicians. Experts lost | Austin Sarat

Arizona executed Aaron Gunches for his crimes after a controversial decision by Governor Hobbs to bypass an independent review of execution procedures.
more#legal-system
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
SF parents

Santa Clara Co. court denies death penalty resentencing petition of 1988 mass shooter

Richard Farley's death sentence remains intact following a court ruling, despite attempts to have it changed to life without parole.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Louisiana death row inmate challenges nitrogen gas as execution method

The execution of Jessie Hoffman Jr. challenges nitrogen gas method citing religious beliefs and psychological effects.
Law
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

He's Using Autism as a Defense for a Capital Murder. It Might Work.

Kohberger's defense seeks to eliminate the death penalty before his trial based on his autism spectrum disorder.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Defense Secretary Hegseth Enters the Sept. 11 Case Fray

Defense Secretary believes Khalid Shaikh Mohammed deserves the death penalty and hopes for swift justice amidst ongoing legal proceedings.
#supreme-court
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Supreme Court Justices Appear Narrowly Divided Over Death Row Prisoner Plea for DNA Testing

Newly uncovered DNA evidence may prove Ruben Gutierrez's innocence in the murder of an 85-year-old woman, challenging the validity of his death sentence.
UK news
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Death row inmate has conviction thrown by SCOTUS after having 3 'last meals' in murder case

The Supreme Court overturned Richard Glossip's murder conviction and death penalty, citing a violation of his right to a fair trial.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Supreme Court Grants New Trial to Death Row Inmate in Oklahoma

The Supreme Court ordered a retrial for Richard Glossip, highlighting prosecutorial misconduct related to false testimony.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Supreme Court Justices Appear Narrowly Divided Over Death Row Prisoner Plea for DNA Testing

Newly uncovered DNA evidence may prove Ruben Gutierrez's innocence in the murder of an 85-year-old woman, challenging the validity of his death sentence.
UK news
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Death row inmate has conviction thrown by SCOTUS after having 3 'last meals' in murder case

The Supreme Court overturned Richard Glossip's murder conviction and death penalty, citing a violation of his right to a fair trial.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Supreme Court Grants New Trial to Death Row Inmate in Oklahoma

The Supreme Court ordered a retrial for Richard Glossip, highlighting prosecutorial misconduct related to false testimony.
more#supreme-court
#capital-punishment
fromWashington Post
2 months ago
US news

He died before Louisiana could execute him, and he might not be the last

Christopher Sepulvado, Louisiana's oldest death row inmate, died from natural causes shortly before his scheduled execution, highlighting the issues of aging prisoners on death row.
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago
Social justice

A North Carolina Judge Just Acknowledged an Undeniable Truth: The Death Penalty Is Racist

Race significantly influences the death penalty system in America, affecting everything from charging decisions to jury selection.
fromWashington Post
2 months ago
US news

He died before Louisiana could execute him, and he might not be the last

Christopher Sepulvado, Louisiana's oldest death row inmate, died from natural causes shortly before his scheduled execution, highlighting the issues of aging prisoners on death row.
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago
Social justice

A North Carolina Judge Just Acknowledged an Undeniable Truth: The Death Penalty Is Racist

Race significantly influences the death penalty system in America, affecting everything from charging decisions to jury selection.
more#capital-punishment
UK news
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Medical Council to warn Middle East regulators of misconduct finding against former deputy state pathologist Dr Khalid Jaber

Concerns raised about Dr. Khalid Jaber's forensic work due to potential wrongful convictions, particularly as he operates in a region with the death penalty.
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Toronto

Doug Ford doesn't support death penalty, made 'poor-taste joke': PCs | CBC News

Doug Ford joked about bringing back the death penalty during a gala speech, sparking controversy around crime policies in Ontario.
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