Indiana man is put to death for officer’s murder in state’s second execution in 15 years

A maintenance worker at the Orleans Parish Justice Center in New Orleans, Sterling Williams, has been arrested for allegedly aiding in the escape of ten inmates, including three charged with second-degree murder. Williams is accused of turning off a toilet's water supply at the behest of one inmate, facilitating their escape after they removed the toilet. He faces multiple charges, and four other jail employees have been suspended as authorities investigate the incident, which officials...

New York City — Jorge Badilla, a former inmate, is now driving for the trucking industry, which faces a shortage of 60,000 drivers. After spending nearly a decade in prison, he found hope through the Commercial Driver's License Workforce Development Program, which trains formerly incarcerated individuals for trucking jobs. With a success rate of 94% in job placement and an average salary of $75,000, the program aims to reduce recidivism and provide opportunities for those...

SummaryA man and a woman were fatally shot outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C., on Wednesday night, with the incident occurring around 9:15 p.m. near an FBI office. Authorities reported that the victims were found unconscious and not breathing, and the FBI is assisting local law enforcement in the ongoing search for the suspect. U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi and Israeli UN Ambassador Danny Danon provided updates, with Danon mentioning that two Israeli...

During the University of Buffalo's commencement ceremony, graduate Jean-Paul Al-Arab caused a stir by bringing his infant son, dressed in a matching cap and gown, onto the stage, leading to a police chase. Al-Arab claimed he had received prior approval to walk with his baby, but university officials stated he violated commencement rules, which only allow graduates on stage. Despite the incident, Al-Arab will not face penalties and apologized, while the university humorously noted the...

Rapper Rod Wave, legally named Rodarius Marcell Green, has been charged with 14 criminal offenses, including aggravated assault and firearms violations, stemming from an alleged incident at his Georgia home on April 21. His attorney claims Green was a victim of a burglary and denies any wrongdoing, stating that evidence supports his innocence. The police investigation revealed a break-in, bullet casings, and damage to vehicles, with Green turning himself in and being released on bond...

Cortnie Harris, 32, and Corvanntay Baptiste, 38, were arrested for aiding inmates who escaped from a New Orleans jail, with five still at large, including a convicted killer. Harris allegedly transported escapees and communicated with them, while Baptiste provided food to one fugitive. Orleans Parish Sheriff Susan Hutson, facing backlash for the escape and security lapses, has suspended her reelection campaign and accepted responsibility, as investigations into the jailbreak continue. Full Article