In a landmark ruling, a federal judge sentenced a former Kentucky police officer to nearly three years in prison for using excessive force during the 2020 deadly raid that resulted in Breonna Taylor’s death. The decision came despite a recommendation from the Justice Department for no prison time.

A San Jose family is demanding answers after video footage captured police officers allegedly punching a man during an arrest, resulting in a broken nose. Teenagers who filmed the incident were also allegedly assaulted by the officers, prompting calls for accountability and an internal investigation by the San Jose Police Department.

Former West Chester Township police officer Michelle Berling has pleaded guilty to tampering with evidence in a death investigation. Facing up to 36 months in prison, her actions raised serious concerns about police integrity, though prosecutors confirm the case outcome was unaffected.