El Paso, Texas – A series of Customs and Border Protection facilities line the southern border from the Rio Grande to the Pacific Ocean, extending northward into the forests and mountains along the Canadian border. These detention centers, austere and grim, lack basic amenities; the communal cells are stark concrete rectangles without beds. Referred to … Read more
New Kensington, Pennsylvania – An explosion at a steel mill in Westmoreland County left multiple people injured, authorities confirmed. The incident took place at the Braeburn Alloy Steel Division on Braeburn Road, where a furnace explosion occurred, resulting in injuries to several individuals. Emergency dispatchers reported that two people were transported to the hospital, while … Read more
Los Angeles, California – Tragedy strikes as wildfires ravage the Los Angeles area, claiming at least 25 lives. The dry conditions in the region are only exacerbating the situation, with no relief in sight. The unrelenting fires have caused widespread devastation, destroying homes, displacing families, and leaving communities in despair. Firefighters are working tirelessly to … Read more
Sacramento, California: Reports of rampant sexual abuse by guards at women’s prisons highlight a broader issue of oversight in correctional facilities across the United States. Incidents such as inmate suicides going unnoticed for hours and multiple jailbreaks underscore the need for improved accountability in prisons and jails nationwide. As state legislatures begin their sessions, the … Read more
Los Angeles, California residents are facing hazardous conditions today as polluted air and unsafe water pose a significant threat in various areas of the county. At least five people have tragically lost their lives, with officials fearing that the death toll may rise further as fast-moving fires continue to ravage Los Angeles County. These fires … Read more
Kansas City, Missouri has been hit hard by Winter Storm Blair, experiencing the heaviest snowfall in over 30 years. The storm, which has caused chaos and devastation across multiple states, has left a lasting impact on the region. An impressive 11 inches of snow blanketed the city on Sunday, marking the most substantial snowstorm recorded … Read more
BURLINGTON, Vt. – A Vermont man involved in a violent assault and robbery in downtown Burlington earlier this year has been released from custody under strict conditions imposed by a judge. Abdirahman Mohammed, 22, was identified as one of the main perpetrators in an attack that occurred on Main Street in April, leaving one individual … Read more
Atlanta, Georgia – The Department of Justice (DOJ) has raised concerns about the “atrocious” conditions in the Fulton County jail, citing violations of inmates’ rights. The DOJ emphasized the need for immediate action to address the issues at hand. The overcrowding, lack of basic necessities, and unsanitary conditions in the jail have been flagged as … Read more
Atlanta, Georgia – The Justice Department has concluded that conditions at Fulton County Jail in Georgia have violated the constitutional rights of those in custody. An investigation found instances of pest infestation, malnourishment, lack of adequate medical care, and rampant violence contributing to multiple deaths. The investigation, initiated in July 2023, revealed various violations committed … Read more
Turlock, California – Many agricultural farm workers in the United States face challenging and dangerous conditions daily. As seen through the eyes of Hugo, a migrant farm worker, the reality of these hardships is brought to light. Hugo, not his real name, witnessed a tragic incident where his friend Jose Arturo Gonzalez Mendoza died while … Read more