New Illinois Law Restricts Police Involvement in Student Discipline
Illinois lawmakers have passed legislation banning public schools from directly fining students for minor misbehavior, which critics say has disproportionately harmed... Read more.
Five Years After George Floyd’s Death, Trump Administration Becomes More Strategic in Suppressing Dissent
The Civil Liberties Defense Center argues that systemic racism is intensifying under the current administration, with victims such as George Floyd and Mahmoud Khalil... Read more.
Tactics in Dominguez’s Interrogation Come under Scrutiny
Carlos Reales Dominguez is on trial for two counts of murder, one count of attempted murder, and multiple enhancements, with the court hearing testimony from both... Read more.
Oakland People’s Budget Coalition Calls for Deep Investment in Community-Centered Solutions
The Oakland People's Budget Coalition is calling for Oakland to prioritize funding for services and programs that uplift vulnerable populations, reallocate funds... Read more.
Trump’s Deportation Plans Threaten U.S. Citizens’ Rights
The Trump administration's proposed actions to send immigrants to El Salvador or Libya without legal recourse violate the Constitution and due process, and could... Read more.
Oklahoma Death Row Inmate’s Lawyers Challenge Execution Amid Bias Claims
John Hanson's attorneys have filed a lawsuit against the Oklahoma Pardon and Parole Board, citing alleged bias and conflict of interest, in an effort to delay his... Read more.
Copay Fees Prevent Incarcerated Individuals from Accessing Basic Healthcare
Incarcerated people in the US are facing significant financial barriers to healthcare, with many states imposing medical copays that can act as significant barriers... Read more.
Trump Administration’s Deportation Plans Spark Debate on Due Process
The Trump administration has taken steps to send immigrants allegedly present illegally in the United States to El Salvador, despite a federal judge blocking the... Read more.
Martin Tejeda Appointed to Sacramento Superior Court
Martin Tejeda was appointed to the Sacramento Superior Court bench, succeeding Judge Dena Coggins, after serving as a Commissioner at the court since November 2022.... Read more.
California Bill Aims to Provide Legal Representation to Unaccompanied Minors
A California bill aims to provide legal representation to unaccompanied immigrant children residing in the state, as many are struggling to find legal aid and facing... Read more.