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A federal judge has ruled that Maleek Jones has been wrongfully imprisoned for over 28 years for a murder he's always said he never committed. Now, Jones…

The reform would eliminate the exorbitant charges people face to keep in touch with loved ones in jail and prison, removing a heavy financial burden for thousands.

As Maleek Jones waited within the walls of a Suffield prison, his voice reached the 25 protesters calling for his freedom by way of a recording: "I just…

A local criminal justice reformer and a Yale journalism professor have teamed up to call attention to wrongful convictions in New Haven — and the systemic…

Two years after the Jan. 6 riots, a Cleona man is facing felony charges for his role in allegedly breaching the U.S. Capitol and assaulting police.

Lebanon County law enforcement officials are seeing more violent crimes, including shootings and homicides with firearms by 17-year-olds.

Lindley Thelismond was sentenced Tuesday to life in prison for the shooting death of James Jeter in 2019, with the possibility of parole in 50 years.

A second chance at love for one DIY-savvy couple.

Depending on the day, you might find Hartford resident Kennard Ray wearing one of several hats. Ray is founder and co-director of the Full Citizens Coalition, an organization committed to civic engagement and restoring voting rights to ex-felons and convicts. He’s also CEO of Earth Strong Naturals LLC, a Hartford-based tobacco leaf company, and he’s one of several cannabis entrepreneurs who recently won approval to grow marijuana for the state’s recreational market. Oh, and he’s working ...

Depending on the day, you might find Hartford resident Kennard Ray wearing one of several hats. Ray is founder and co-director of the Full Citizens Coalition, an organization committed to civic engagement and restoring voting rights to ex-felons and convicts. He’s also CEO of Earth Strong Naturals LLC, a Hartford-based tobacco leaf company, and he’s one of several cannabis entrepreneurs who recently won approval to grow marijuana for the state’s recreational market. Oh, and he’s working ...