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Ex-youth detention center counselor faces sex assault trial in New Hampshire

Ex-youth detention center counselor faces sex assault trial in New Hampshire

A sexual assault trial is getting underway in New Hampshire for a man whose arrest more than seven years ago kicked off one of the biggest youth detention scandals in U.S. history

Joy-Ann Reid to Headline 20th Annual Black New England Conference on Historical Erasure

Joy-Ann Reid to Headline 20th Annual Black New England Conference on Historical Erasure

Acclaimed author, journalist, and media entrepreneur Joy-Ann Reid is set to deliver the keynote presentation at the 20th Annual Black New England Conference (BNEC). The conference, titled 'Shaping Tomorrow: Black Autonomy in an Age of Erasure,' will take place in Manchester, New Hampshire, from October 23–24, 2026. Reid, known for her political commentary and commitment to historical truth, will engage in a conversation with host Anthony Poore about resilience, reinvention, and self-determination. Their discussion will cover her rise in broadcast journalism, her departure from a national media position, and her efforts to build an independent platform. The keynote is scheduled for the conference's awards dinner on Saturday, October 24, at 6:00 p.m. Additionally, educator and author George 'Conscious' Lee will be the featured luncheon speaker, leading a dialogue on 'Afrofuturism and the Digital Renaissance.' The event aims to bring together scholars, educators, activists, artists, students, and community le...

The Columbus Dispatch

Columbus man on parole for child rape gets new prison sentence

Columbus man on parole for child rape gets new prison sentence

Timothy Miller, 65, pleaded guilty to rape. Miller had previously been convicted of child rape and served time in prison.

US has 3 executions in 24 hours this week amid death penalty uptick

US has 3 executions in 24 hours this week amid death penalty uptick

Texas and Georgia are each planning to execute inmates within an hour of each other on Wednesday. Alabama is set to carry out an execution the next day.

Lindsay Clancy Trial Highlights Persistent Skepticism of Insanity Defense

Lindsay Clancy Trial Highlights Persistent Skepticism of Insanity Defense

The trial of Lindsay Clancy, accused of fatally strangling her three children, ended in a mistrial due to a holdout juror, underscoring the enduring public skepticism surrounding the 'insanity defense.' Clancy admitted to the killings and attempting suicide, but her defense argued she was not criminally responsible due to postpartum psychosis. While 11 jurors were reportedly leaning towards a verdict of not guilty by reason of insanity, one juror remained unconvinced, struggling to reconcile the horrific nature of the crime with a lack of punishment. Forensic psychologists and former prosecutors note that many people find it difficult to accept an insanity plea, often viewing it as a means to avoid accountability. The case has reignited discussions about the balance between mental illness and criminal responsibility, a debate that has shaped the legal landscape of the insanity defense since its formalization in 1843 and subsequent restrictions upheld by the U.S. Supreme Court in 2020.

Prosecutors won't pursue death penalty for Rob Reiner’s son Nick in killing of his parents

Prosecutors won't pursue death penalty for Rob Reiner’s son Nick in killing of his parents

Prosecutors in California say they won’t pursue the death penalty for Rob Reiner’s son Nick in the killing of his parents

Florida Drug-Trafficking Charge Against Hip-Hop Artist Kodak Black Dropped Due to Insufficient Evidence

Florida Drug-Trafficking Charge Against Hip-Hop Artist Kodak Black Dropped Due to Insufficient Evidence

Florida Drug-Trafficking Charge Against Hip-Hop Artist Kodak Black Dropped Due to Insufficient Evidence

Mississippi man pleads not guilty in hanging death of Tasia Fortune

Mississippi man pleads not guilty in hanging death of Tasia Fortune

A Mississippi man pleaded not guilty in the death of Tasia Fortune, whose body was found hanging from a tree in a case that drew national attention.

Cincinnati Enquirer

2 charged in killing of boy found in closet are competent to stand trial

2 charged in killing of boy found in closet are competent to stand trial

Nessa Keaney and Kirby Rankin were found mentally competent, meaning they can understand the nature of the proceedings and assist in their defense.

Governor Kelly Ayotte's Campaign Announces Bipartisan Coalition for Reelection Bid

Governor Kelly Ayotte's Campaign Announces Bipartisan Coalition for Reelection Bid

Governor Kelly Ayotte's campaign has announced the formation of a coalition of five New Hampshire Democrats who will co-chair her reelection bid. The co-chairs include Merrimack County Sheriff David Croft, Concord lawyer Jay Surdukowski, former State Senator Bobby Stephen, Nashua developer Bernie Plante, and former Manchester School Board Member Arthur Beaudry. This move aims to demonstrate bipartisan support for Governor Ayotte, with Sheriff Croft stating that Governor Ayotte has worked across the aisle on critical issues such as public safety, housing, mental health, and education. The announcement comes amidst ongoing political campaigning, with Democratic nominee for governor Cinde Warmington launching a microsite titled 'The Cost of Kelly' to highlight rising healthcare costs, housing prices, and property taxes under Ayotte's tenure. Warmington's campaign communications director, Jon Levin, criticized the coalition, pointing out that one co-chair misspelled Ayotte's name on a primary ballot and anothe...

Concord Police Investigate Death of 37-Year-Old Woman at Royal Gardens Apartments

Concord Police Investigate Death of 37-Year-Old Woman at Royal Gardens Apartments

Concord, New Hampshire police are currently investigating the death of a 37-year-old woman whose body was discovered inside an apartment at Royal Gardens on Wednesday afternoon. Authorities have not yet released the identity of the deceased, pending notification of her next of kin. The circumstances surrounding her death are under active investigation, and officials have characterized the case as open and ongoing. The Concord Police Department is urging the public to come forward with any information that might be relevant to the incident, as they work to determine the cause and nature of the woman's death. Further details are expected to be released as the investigation progresses.