‘We have been here before’: Sisters Inside opposes Queensland Government’s plan t…

An influential advocacy group, Sisters Inside, condemns the Queensland Government’s plan to reintroduce public drunkenness laws. Citing concerns about past injustices, the group warns that this shift may once again harm vulnerable communities.

Police report for Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2025

This police report, focused on December 30, 2025, highlights arrests and law enforcement actions. While full details remain behind a paid plan, the article showcases key crime-related updates for readers seeking timely local information.

Police report for Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2025

Local man sentenced to 60 years for incident that spanned Lodi, Stockton

A local man, identified as Frederick Wesley, will serve 60 years to life in state prison for a 2022 crime that started in Lodi and carried over into Stockton. The incident resulted in one fatality and another injury, as announced by the San Joaquin County District Attorney’s Office.

Local man sentenced to 60 years for incident that spanned Lodi, Stockton

Appeals court affirms life sentence for former Pomeroy man in child rape case

The Ohio Fourth District Court of Appeals has affirmed the life sentence of a former Pomeroy man convicted of raping and sexually assaulting three children. Despite the defendant’s efforts to overturn the verdict, the court upheld both the convictions and the original prison term.

Appeals court affirms life sentence for former Pomeroy man in child rape case

Man who orchestrated robbery leading to man’s death sentenced to 15 years

A Lake Criminal Court judge has sentenced 28-year-old Davion Dean to 15 years in prison for orchestrating a robbery in which Jordan Miller, 24, lost his life. While Dean did not pull the trigger, he was found to have “targeted” Miller and instructed his co-defendant to bring a firearm, ultimately sparking the deadly outcome.

Man who orchestrated robbery leading to man’s death sentenced to 15 years

SJC to decide if Fitzsimmons is released from jail

A wounded North Andover police officer known as Fitzsimmons hopes to be freed from jail before her trial. Sent back to custody two months ago, she has now appealed to the Supreme Judicial Court, asking for the chance to await her trial outside prison walls.

SJC to decide if Fitzsimmons is released from jail

Reader’s View: It’s time for truth, consequences in the US

A recent commentary critiques what the writer calls “woke sentiments” toward restorative justice in the United States, claiming they contribute to a rise in criminality. The piece challenges how Democratic policies handle crime, sparking a broader debate about accountability.

Bowen Sentenced to 20 Years for Sexual Assault

A Panola County courtroom sentenced Kendrell Dejuan Bowen to 20 years in prison for the sexual assault of a child. The hearing took place on August 21, 2025, in the 123RD Judicial District Court, marking the conclusion of the State of Texas vs. Bowen case.

Bowen Sentenced to 20 Years for Sexual Assault

Menendez brothers resentenced to 50 years to life with the possibility of parole

Menendez brothers resentenced to 50 years to life with the possibility of parole