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criminal justice coordinating council

Kraken Faces $25 Million Claim Over Custody Scam

May 5, 2026

Kraken’s parent company, Payward Inc. , has filed a new lawsuit against former custody partner Etana and its CEO, alleging that more than $25 million of client money was misused. The claim comes as Etana is battling Chapter 11 bankruptcy and has been accused of running a “Ponzi‑style” operation. Acc

politics

Supreme Court Speed‑Ups Voting Map Decision, Boosting Louisiana Republicans

May 5, 2026

The U. S. Supreme Court moved quickly to let a major change to the Voting Rights Act become active sooner than planned, giving Louisiana’s Republican leaders extra time to reshape congressional districts before the midterm elections. The court’s order followed a lawsuit filed by voters who said t

crime

Crime Trends Shift: Fewer Incidents, More Jail Time in Charleston

May 5, 2026

The latest yearly review from the Criminal Justice Coordinating Council shows a mixed picture for Charleston County. Overall crime has slipped, but the jail is fuller than ever. Data pulled from courts, the local police and the Al Cannon Detention Center reveal that property crimes dropped by 523 c

politics

Mayor Bass Gets Big‑Name Support in Los Angeles Race

May 5, 2026

Former Vice President Kamala Harris announced her backing for Karen Bass, the current mayor of Los Angeles, as she seeks another term. Harris praised Bass for tackling major city problems: a historic drop in homelessness, crime rates that are lower than they’ve been since the 1960s, and standing up

crime

Forgotten Crime Dramas That Should Be on Your Watch List

May 5, 2026

These shows proved that crime stories can be more than just a mystery. They dive into real people, deep emotions, and social issues while keeping the suspense alive. One early example is a police series that followed real detectives in Baltimore. It was praised for showing how hard the job can be,

politics

Celebrities Pitch in for Los Angeles Mayoral Race

May 5, 2026

In the race to become mayor of Los Angeles, a handful of well‑known figures have stepped up with sizable donations. The Weekend Update host from “Saturday Night Live, ” Colin Jost, gave the top legal limit of $1, 800 to councilmember Nithya Raman. Former MLB star Dave Winfield pledged the same

politics

Pennsylvania Protesters Demand a Real Gift Ban

May 5, 2026

The Capitol Police took action against six people who blocked hallways during a demonstration about Pennsylvania’s loose gift rules for lawmakers. The arrests followed several lawful orders to disperse that were ignored, according to a Department of General Services statement. At least 70 partici

health

Religion and mental health: benefits, limits, and unexpected downsides

May 5, 2026

Around the world, religious faith remains a powerful force—yet it’s complicated. Faith groups often split apart over differences, and in some places, believers face persecution. Some religious leaders have even betrayed their followers through abuse or dishonesty. These issues make the conversation

politics

Ruling Holds: Abortion Pill by Mail Stays Legal—for Now

May 5, 2026

The Supreme Court just hit pause on a Louisiana court’s decision to ban abortion pills sent through the mail. For now, people can still get mifepristone via telehealth and receive it without stepping into a clinic. But this isn’t a final win—it’s just a temporary hold while the justices think it ove

health

Needles on wheels: Bangor steps up clean needle game

May 5, 2026

Bangor is quietly gearing up to let health workers drop off clean syringes at home for people in its HIV case management program. This follows a city council committee vote to allow the public health department to seek certification for syringe delivery services. The move comes as HIV cases rise in

Kraken Faces $25 Million Claim Over Custody Scam

Supreme Court Speed‑Ups Voting Map Decision, Boosting Louisiana Republicans

Crime Trends Shift: Fewer Incidents, More Jail Time in Charleston

Mayor Bass Gets Big‑Name Support in Los Angeles Race

Forgotten Crime Dramas That Should Be on Your Watch List

Celebrities Pitch in for Los Angeles Mayoral Race

Pennsylvania Protesters Demand a Real Gift Ban

Religion and mental health: benefits, limits, and unexpected downsides

Ruling Holds: Abortion Pill by Mail Stays Legal—for Now

Needles on wheels: Bangor steps up clean needle game

Kraken Faces $25 Million Claim Over Custody Scam