Courtroom

Meet Dale Ellis: The Voice Behind Arkansas’ Courtroom Chronicles

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PINE BLUFF, Ark. — Dale Ellis has spent over five years covering the hard-hitting realities of the federal courthouse for the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, a role that has seen him navigate both criminal and civil cases that resonate with the lives of Arkansans. Joining the newspaper in January 2018, Ellis initially reported from the Pine Bluff bureau. In January 2021, he transitioned to his current role, focusing on the intricacies of the legal system and its impact on the community. His career in journalism began in 1998 at the Heber Springs Sun-Times, where he honed his … Read more

From Courtroom to Page: Lawyer’s Debut Novel Promises Captivating Summer Escapism

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Washington, D.C. — A former lawyer has found a new calling as a novelist, offering readers an engaging summer read that combines gripping storytelling with a touch of legal insight. This transition from the courtroom to the literary world showcases the author’s ability to blend personal experience with creative expression. The novel, aimed at fans of contemporary fiction, dives deep into themes of justice, morality, and human connection. With a narrative that reflects the complexities of modern life, readers can expect a tale that is both entertaining and thought-provoking. The author brings their legal background … Read more

Class Action Lawsuit Challenges ICE Courtroom Arrests, Claiming Violations of Immigrant Rights

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SAN DIEGO — A class-action lawsuit has been filed against several federal agencies, including the Department of Homeland Security and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), challenging the practice of making arrests in courthouses. The case, lodged in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, represents 12 individuals who were taken into custody immediately after their court hearings concluded. Immigration advocates and attorneys have raised alarms in recent months over the presence of ICE agents in courthouse hallways. These advocates allege agents have been apprehending individuals as soon as their cases are dismissed, creating … Read more

DHS Defends Controversial Courtroom Arrests Amid Class-Action Lawsuit from Immigrant Advocates

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The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is facing scrutiny after a class-action lawsuit was filed, challenging its practice of arresting immigrants at their court hearings. The lawsuit, lodged in U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, claims that this approach undermines rights afforded to individuals under immigration law and the U.S. Constitution. In response to the lawsuit, Tricia McLaughlin, the assistant secretary for public affairs at Homeland Security, defended the arrests, asserting that they provide a safer environment for law enforcement officers. She noted that immigrants appearing in court undergo security screenings, which makes … Read more