Guest Commentary: What’s Ahead in the Fight for Justice and True Public Safety
By Nicholas Turner and Erica Bryant In 2023, the window of opportunity for true justice is open….
Biden Administration Announces New Controversial Border Enforcement Actions
By David M. Greenwald Executive Editor Washington, DC – In December the Supreme Court issued an order…
Multistate Coalition Pushes to Support Safety and Inclusivity for Trans Students
Special to the Vanguard Oakland, CA – A coalition of 15 AGs from across the country, including…
Study Claims Police ‘At Risk’ of Mental Health ‘Disorder’ but ‘Resist’ Treatment
By Leslie Acevedo NEW YORK, NY – Police are at a more “substantially increased risk for operational…
U.S. Rep Denounces Death Penalty after Missouri Executes Amber McLaughlin
By Jessica Weisman WASHINGTON, DC – Following the execution of Amber McLaughlin by the state of Missouri…
Commentary: Most Wanted a Special Election, the Council Gave Them What They Wanted, but It Might Not Make Much Difference in the End
By David M. Greenwald Executive Editor Davis, CA – On Tuesday, the Davis City Council did what…
Phoenix Coalition Condemns Violent Threats against Event on Trans Youth
Special to the Vanguard Davis, CA – We were dismayed to learn today that Davis Parent University…
Statement on the Execution of Amber McLaughlin
By Laurence Komp Holiday seasons are about life, joy and spiritual renewal. This holiday season is especially…
Dr. Joan Parkin Joins VIP
By D. Razor Babb Dr. Joan Parkin has officially joined the Vanguard News Group, bringing her impressive…
Three Death Row Inmates File Lawsuit against Texas for Planning to Use Expired Execution Drugs in Upcoming Executions
By Rena Abdusalam AUSTIN, TX – If it goes through with its upcoming executions, Texas will allegedly…
CA DOJ Report: Black Drivers Biggest Target of State Law Enforcement
By Perla Brito and Paloma Sifuentes SACRAMENTO, CA — Black drivers and pedestrians in 2021 continued to…
Judge Denies Defense Motion for Release While Acknowledging Accused Can’t Afford Bail
By Kevin Barragan WOODLAND, CA – The accused was charged with a felony and misdemeanor this week…
A Chain of Events on Tuesday Leads from Supervisor Frerichs to Mayor Arnold to a May 2 Special Election in Davis (Updated)
By David M. Greenwald Executive Editor Davis, CA – The day began in Woodland as Lucas Frerichs,…
Guest Commentary: Sacramento County Jail Insanity
By Mark Dempsey SACRAMENTO, CA – Although my County Supervisor, Sue Frost, likes to portray herself as…
Prosecutor’s Alliance Celebrates DA Price Taking Oath of Office
Special to the Vanguard Alameda, CA – On Tuesday, Pamela Price took the oath of office and…
Great-Grandfather Lynched, Kyra Harris Bolden Becomes First Black Woman to Serve on Michigan Supreme Court
By Caleigh Carlisle LANSING, MI – Kyra Harris Bolden became the first Black female justice to serve…
Accused Sent Back to Jail after Alleged Controversial SOR Violation
By Jack Sandmeyer WOODLAND, CA – Judge Stephen Mock of the Yolo County Superior Court sent a…
Alameda DA Pamela Price Sworn In, Makes History As First Black DA in County
By David M. Greenwald Executive Editor Oakland, CA – Pamela Price made history on Monday, being sworn…
Commentary: The Good and Bad of the Storms; But the Long Range Is Not Looking Great
By David M. Greenwald Executive Editor I was stunned to wake up on Sunday morning to see…
Everyday Injustice Podcast Episode 181: NCAJ on Failures of the Criminal Legal System
This week on Everyday Injustice we have NCAJ (National Center for Access to Justice) Policy Director Lauren…