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Jury Selection Set to Begin in Scott County Double Homicide Trial Next Week

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Davenport, Iowa — A jury trial is set to begin next week in Scott County for a double homicide case that has drawn significant attention from the community. The proceedings will focus on the deaths of two individuals, which occurred earlier this year, igniting a wave of concern regarding safety and crime in the area. The case has garnered interest not only for its tragic nature but also for the background of the accused. As the trial approaches, many residents have expressed their hopes for justice and a clearer understanding of the events leading to … Read more

Virginia Governor Youngkin Signs Controversial Flock Safety Camera Law Amidst Surveillance Debates

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Richmond, Va. — Governor Glenn Youngkin has signed a new law regulating Flock Safety cameras and similar license plate readers, setting the stage for future debates over their deployment. The legislation, which takes effect on July 1, aims to balance law enforcement needs with privacy concerns amid increasing scrutiny of surveillance technologies. The law limits the retention of surveillance data to 21 days, a significant reduction from the 30-day period commonly practiced by law enforcement under current agreements. It also introduces strict guidelines on how this data can be used, making it a Class 1 … Read more

Federal Jury Awards $4 Million to Family After Inmate’s Tragic Death in Saguache County Jail: A Call for Accountability

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SAGUACHE, Colo. — A federal jury has awarded $4 million to the mother of a man who died by suicide while in custody at the Saguache County jail more than five years ago. The trial highlighted serious allegations against the sheriff’s office and its procedures regarding mental health crises. Jackson Maes, 27, took his life in his jail cell despite previously expressing suicidal thoughts. His mother, Sarah Lieberenz, contended in her lawsuit that deputies ignored warning signs and failed to monitor her son adequately. She claimed no deputy checked on him for over eight hours … Read more

Yankton Native Jeff Levinger Honored as Texas’s Top Appellate Lawyer for 2025

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DALLAS — A celebrated attorney from Yankton, South Dakota, has gained recognition in Texas for his exemplary work in appellate law. Jeff Levinger, 68, has been awarded the prestigious Gregory S. Coleman Outstanding Appellate Lawyer Award for 2025 by the Texas Bar Foundation. This annual award honors individuals who epitomize the highest standards of the legal profession in Texas. Levinger, who has not previously received an award of this caliber, will be honored during the foundation’s annual dinner set for June 20 in San Antonio. “It is truly gratifying to be acknowledged after decades of … Read more