In|Justice

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In|Justice Archive

No Kings protests in DC and across the US bring 7 million Americans out to oppose Trump

Compared to the first No Kings protest in June, turnout this time could be 2-3 times more Americans on the…

Why the No Kings Protests Matter

The Trump administration has made it clear that it fears mass, nonviolent protests like NO KINGS more than anything else.

John Bolton indicted for mishandling classified documents

Trump critic and former aide John Bolton was indicted for mishandling classified documents.

Elizabeth School District in Colorado fundraises legal fees after sued for removing library books

The first thing visitors to the Elizabeth School District website see is a pop-up window with an unusual message: help…

From one voice to many: Women speak out on Idaho prison abuse

Inspired by Andrea Weiskircher, scores of women revealed sexual abuse by Idaho prison staff. Most of their cases were buried.

Listen: Episode 2: A Death in the Dark (War on Drugs)

War on Drugs: How the pre-planned no-knock raid — a violent, volatile tactic that became a common tool of the…

Prosecutors trying to penalize Idaho prison guards for sexual abuse

When Idaho prison guards are charged, plea deals offer leniency

Judge weighs Kilmar Abrego Garcia’s release from immigration detention

A federal judge in Maryland seemed inclined to order the release of Kilmar Abrego Garcia from immigration detention after oral arguments…

Cops on Ketamine?

Ketamine is used to treat depression in certain patients and, but the largely unregulated mental health treatment still faces hurdles.

Texas court blocks execution of death row inmate Robert Roberson

Robert Roberson was scheduled to be executed Oct. 16 after being convicted of capital murder in 2003 for the death…

Texas megachurch founder, Robert Morris, pleads guilty to child sex crimes

Robert Morris is a former spiritual adviser to President Donald Trump, and his megachurch has been particularly active in Dallas-area…

The Empathy Engine: A Step-by-Step Guide to Starting a Nonprofit

A step-by-step guide explaining how to start a nonprofit with details, examples, and resources to help you along the way.