Biden commutes sentences of 37 federal death row prisonersBiden commuting 37 federal death row sentences to life without parole represents a major shift against capital punishment.
South Carolina moves ahead with cruel' firing squad execution despite outcrySouth Carolina's upcoming execution by firing squad raises ethical and safety concerns, reflecting a contentious revival of capital punishment after a long hiatus.
First firing squad execution in 15 years carried out in South CarolinaBrad Keith Sigmon was executed by firing squad in South Carolina, marking the state's first use of this method and highlighting complexities of the death penalty.
Trump vows to "vigorously pursue the death penalty" after Biden commutationsTrump plans to reverse Biden's moratorium on federal death penalty.Biden's administration commuted sentences, emphasizing a moral stance against executions.
Spate of high-profile US death penalty cases fuels public outrage and angerPublic anger over death penalty cases highlights concerns regarding the justice system's reliability and condemned prisoners' innocence claims.The decline in executions does not reflect a nationwide abolition movement but rather a regional persistence in capital punishment.
Inside Marcellus Williams's Tragic Execution Despite Questions Over Evidence. Was He Innocent?Marcellus Williams expresses deep familial love and concern even as he faces execution, highlighting systemic racial injustices in capital punishment.
Biden commutes sentences of 37 federal death row prisonersBiden commuting 37 federal death row sentences to life without parole represents a major shift against capital punishment.
South Carolina moves ahead with cruel' firing squad execution despite outcrySouth Carolina's upcoming execution by firing squad raises ethical and safety concerns, reflecting a contentious revival of capital punishment after a long hiatus.
First firing squad execution in 15 years carried out in South CarolinaBrad Keith Sigmon was executed by firing squad in South Carolina, marking the state's first use of this method and highlighting complexities of the death penalty.
Trump vows to "vigorously pursue the death penalty" after Biden commutationsTrump plans to reverse Biden's moratorium on federal death penalty.Biden's administration commuted sentences, emphasizing a moral stance against executions.
Spate of high-profile US death penalty cases fuels public outrage and angerPublic anger over death penalty cases highlights concerns regarding the justice system's reliability and condemned prisoners' innocence claims.The decline in executions does not reflect a nationwide abolition movement but rather a regional persistence in capital punishment.
Inside Marcellus Williams's Tragic Execution Despite Questions Over Evidence. Was He Innocent?Marcellus Williams expresses deep familial love and concern even as he faces execution, highlighting systemic racial injustices in capital punishment.
The story of Michael Manning and how his murder of a nurse in her 60s led to him being the last person to be hanged in IrelandMicheal Manning was the last person executed in the Republic of Ireland, executed on April 20, 1954.
Alabama carries out nation's 3rd nitrogen gas executionGrayson was executed by nitrogen gas, marking a controversial method of capital punishment in Alabama.
In postwar California, the Red Light Bandit pricked a governor's conscienceCaryl Chessman's case shaped the debate on capital punishment despite his claims of innocence and not being convicted of murder.
He's on death row at San Quentin for two murders. This S.F. dance performance advocates for his releaseThe dance performance 'An Approximation of Resilience' explores themes of tenderness amidst the backdrop of violence and the complexities of the criminal justice system.
Alabama carries out nation's 3rd nitrogen gas executionGrayson was executed by nitrogen gas, marking a controversial method of capital punishment in Alabama.
In postwar California, the Red Light Bandit pricked a governor's conscienceCaryl Chessman's case shaped the debate on capital punishment despite his claims of innocence and not being convicted of murder.
He's on death row at San Quentin for two murders. This S.F. dance performance advocates for his releaseThe dance performance 'An Approximation of Resilience' explores themes of tenderness amidst the backdrop of violence and the complexities of the criminal justice system.
Mexico Sent Cartel Bosses to U.S. Knowing They Could Face ExecutionThe extradition of Rafael Caro Quintero to face possible death penalty indicates a significant shift in Mexico's policy on capital punishment.
Etched in my mind': witness to South Carolina firing squad execution describes killingWitnessing executions profoundly impacts journalists, leaving lasting psychological impressions and raising ethical questions about capital punishment methods.
South Carolina man to be killed in US's first firing squad execution in 15 yearsBrad Sigmon, on death row in South Carolina, has chosen execution by firing squad, reviving this method after 15 years.
Etched in my mind': witness to South Carolina firing squad execution describes killingWitnessing executions profoundly impacts journalists, leaving lasting psychological impressions and raising ethical questions about capital punishment methods.
South Carolina man to be killed in US's first firing squad execution in 15 yearsBrad Sigmon, on death row in South Carolina, has chosen execution by firing squad, reviving this method after 15 years.
Dining across the divide: I was expecting a staunch Tory, pro death-penalty, climate nihilist'Discusses political evolution from Labour to Green and Capital Punishment views amid shifting political landscape.
Luigi Mangione's defense fund receives $30K from anonymous donor citing Mayor Adams' 'politicized' criminal caseLuigi Mangione's legal defense fund has reached $641,795, fueled by concerns over a politicized corruption case against Mayor Eric Adams.
Alabama governor commutes a death row inmate's sentence to life in prisonGov. Kay Ivey commuted Robin Myers' death sentence to life in prison due to uncertainties regarding his guilt.
Biden Should Go Beyond Commutations for Death Row and Commute Life Sentences TooBiden's presidency has seen record clemencies aimed at correcting injustices related to nonviolent crimes and capital punishment.
Oklahoma Prepares For an Execution After Parole Board Recommended Sparing Man's LifeOklahoma's decision on Emmanuel Littlejohn's execution highlights ongoing debates on capital punishment and clemency in the state.
Alabama governor commutes a death row inmate's sentence to life in prisonGov. Kay Ivey commuted Robin Myers' death sentence to life in prison due to uncertainties regarding his guilt.
Biden Should Go Beyond Commutations for Death Row and Commute Life Sentences TooBiden's presidency has seen record clemencies aimed at correcting injustices related to nonviolent crimes and capital punishment.
Oklahoma Prepares For an Execution After Parole Board Recommended Sparing Man's LifeOklahoma's decision on Emmanuel Littlejohn's execution highlights ongoing debates on capital punishment and clemency in the state.
How Appealing Weekly RoundupSupreme Court's decisions are significantly shaping issues of capital punishment, reproductive rights, and institutional accountability.
How Appealing Weekly RoundupThe Supreme Court is addressing complex legal issues with unique perspectives, showcasing how serious cases often intersect with human narratives.
How Appealing Weekly RoundupSupreme Court's decisions are significantly shaping issues of capital punishment, reproductive rights, and institutional accountability.
How Appealing Weekly RoundupThe Supreme Court is addressing complex legal issues with unique perspectives, showcasing how serious cases often intersect with human narratives.
Biden gives life in prison to 37 of 40 federal death row inmates so Trump can't have them executedPresident Biden commuted the sentences of 37 federal death row inmates to life imprisonment, reflecting his administration's stance against capital punishment.
What to know about Biden's death row commutations and what happens nextBiden commutes death sentences of nearly all federal inmates, countering Trump's intention to resume executions before taking office.
Biden gives life in prison to 37 of 40 federal death row inmates so Trump can't have them executedPresident Biden commuted the sentences of 37 federal death row inmates to life imprisonment, reflecting his administration's stance against capital punishment.
What to know about Biden's death row commutations and what happens nextBiden commutes death sentences of nearly all federal inmates, countering Trump's intention to resume executions before taking office.
Biden commutes 37 federal death row sentences. And, a push to understand long COVIDBiden commuted sentences of 37 death row inmates, a landmark decision against capital punishment in recent history.
Alabama man shook and gasped in final moments of nitrogen gas executionThe execution of Carey Dale Grayson through nitrogen gas raises serious ethical questions regarding capital punishment methods.
Op-ed: Santa Clara County judges line up with DA on death sentence reversal - San Jose SpotlightJudges are nullifying death sentences using a law that doesn't pertain to them, demonstrating a serious judicial oversight.
Judge calls for Texas death row woman's murder conviction to be overturnedMelissa Lucio's execution was delayed after a judge found her actually innocent of capital murder, citing false testimony and suppressed evidence.
An 88-year-old man was cleared of murder after spending 46 years on death row - mostly in solitary confinementIwao Hakamada was acquitted after 46 years on death row due to fabricated evidence and coercive practices in Japan's justice system.
All the execution methods still used today - but which hurts least?Richard Moore, on Death Row for 25 years, must choose an execution method, spotlighting the brutal realities of capital punishment.
An 88-year-old man was cleared of murder after spending 46 years on death row - mostly in solitary confinementIwao Hakamada was acquitted after 46 years on death row due to fabricated evidence and coercive practices in Japan's justice system.
All the execution methods still used today - but which hurts least?Richard Moore, on Death Row for 25 years, must choose an execution method, spotlighting the brutal realities of capital punishment.
Missouri Governor Grants Execution of Marcellus Williams Despite OppositionMissouri Governor Mike Parson oversaw the execution of Marcellus Williams, raising serious doubts about his guilt due to questionable evidence.
After freeing a man who spent half a century on death row, will Japan keep using the death penalty?Iwao Hakamada's exoneration after 45 years on death row underscores flaws in Japan's justice system and raises questions about capital punishment.
Missouri Governor Grants Execution of Marcellus Williams Despite OppositionMissouri Governor Mike Parson oversaw the execution of Marcellus Williams, raising serious doubts about his guilt due to questionable evidence.
After freeing a man who spent half a century on death row, will Japan keep using the death penalty?Iwao Hakamada's exoneration after 45 years on death row underscores flaws in Japan's justice system and raises questions about capital punishment.
A Texas man is executed for fatally stabbing twin teenage girls in 1989Garcia Glenn White was executed for the 1989 murders of twin girls and their mother, reflecting ongoing issues in capital punishment.
Japan acquits world's longest-serving death row prisoner DW 09/26/2024Iwao Hakamada was acquitted of murder after 50 years, revealing significant flaws in Japan's judicial system, including evidence fabrication and coerced confessions.
The Kamala Harris Death-Penalty TestPresident Joe Biden's stance on capital punishment has been mixed, with his administration's actions causing confusion and disappointment among abolitionists.Speculation surrounds Vice President Kamala Harris's potential approach to the death penalty, with uncertainty on whether she would significantly differ from Biden's stance.