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.

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.

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.