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Civil Rights Lawyer Shares Powerful Insights in Earlham College’s MLK Jr. Day Zoom Lecture

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RICHMOND, Indiana – Earlham College in Richmond, Indiana, celebrated Martin Luther King Jr. Day with a virtual lecture featuring a prominent civil rights lawyer. The event aimed to honor the legacy of Dr. King and raise awareness about pressing civil rights issues in America. The lecture, held on Monday, January 17, was attended by students, faculty, and community members. It featured attorney Earlham alumna Earmelinda McAllister. McAllister is known for her work in advocating for marginalized communities and fighting for social justice. During her Zoom lecture, McAllister highlighted the importance of engaging in difficult conversations … Read more

Inside the Jury Room: A Frustrating Day on Civic Duty

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Riverside County Superior Court in Indio, California – On January 9, 2024, the publication “Indy Digest” issued an apology for the delayed delivery of its newsletter. The publisher explained that this was the first time in nearly four years that the newsletter had not been sent according to schedule. The delay was attributed to an error by the Riverside County Superior Court Jury Office. A few months ago, the publisher received a jury summons and requested an excusal due to financial hardship. The trial for which the publisher was a potential juror was expected to … Read more

Judge Sets Jury Trial Date in New Year’s Day Double Murder Case: March Trial Scheduled for Death of Justin Boyd and Jasmine Ivy-Dede

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A jury trial has been scheduled for March in the case of a double murder that occurred on New Year’s Day. The trial will address the deaths of Justin Boyd and Jasmine Ivy-Dede. According to a judge’s ruling on Friday, the trial will take place later this year. The victims, Justin Boyd and Jasmine Ivy-Dede, lost their lives on January 1st in a tragic incident. The judge’s decision to set a jury trial for the case is a significant development in seeking justice for their deaths. The trial is expected to shed light on the … Read more

Defendant’s “Bad Day” Excuse Falls Flat After Assault on Las Vegas Judge Goes Viral

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LAS VEGAS, NV – A defendant who attacked a female judge in a stunning courtroom incident blamed his actions on having a “bad day.” Deobra Redden, a three-time convicted felon, admitted to attempting to kill Judge Mary Kay Holthus, claiming she had a personal vendetta against him. The shocking confrontation was caught on video and quickly went viral. According to court documents obtained by 8 News Now, Redden told officers that the judge had it out for him and referred to her as “evil.” He later apologized to the officers for his behavior and questioned … Read more