Speedy Justice: Staten Island Jury Convicts Man in Brazen Restaurant Burglary

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — In a swift conclusion to a burglary trial, jurors deliberated for only two hours before reaching a verdict in the case against a local man accused of stealing from a popular restaurant. Jeffrey Reader, 34, of Stapleton, was found guilty on Thursday of multiple charges stemming from a November 2024 incident at Beso, located at 70 Bay Street in St. George. Reader faced charges of third-degree burglary, criminal mischief, and possession of burglary tools linked to the break-in that occurred on November 17. The trial shed light on the impact of … Read more

Hospital Leaders Urge Speedy Sale of Rhode Island Medical Centers to Secure Healthcare Stability

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — In a concerted effort to safeguard public health, a collaborative of senior hospital executives from Rhode Island are urgently advocating for the swift sale approval of two key hospitals to a foundation that would convert them back to nonprofit status. This push addresses critical needs within the state’s healthcare framework as the involved facilities currently face financial distress under their existing ownership. A letter addressed to Chief Judge Stacey G.C. Jernigan of the Northern District of Texas Bankruptcy Court, penned by the leaders of nine Rhode Island hospitals and health associations, calls … Read more

Trial Date Set for Horry County Man Charged in Capitol Riot, Speedy Trial Request Granted

Horry County, S.C. – The legal proceedings against a local man implicated in the deadly U.S. Capitol riot on January 6, 2021, are progressing, with a court setting a timetable that pushes his trial date to no earlier than February 11, 2025. The suspect, Jason Barrett, is facing multiple federal charges following his alleged involvement in the chaotic episode that day. On Tuesday, a federal judge granted Barrett’s request for a speedy trial during a status hearing. However, the trial date has been delayed until 2025 to satisfy the “interest of justice,” thus allowing ample … Read more

Attorney Urges Speedy Processing of ICC Warrant Against Duterte

Manila, Philippines — Legal advocates are urgently calling for an expedited issuance of an International Criminal Court (ICC) arrest warrant against former Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte, citing severe human rights violations during his presidency. Duterte, renowned for his controversial anti-drug campaign, has been under intense scrutiny by international human rights groups who allege that thousands of extrajudicial killings occurred under his watch. A lawyer from the Philippines, speaking on the condition of anonymity due to security concerns, emphasized the crucial need for the ICC to act swiftly. The advocate stressed that fast-tracking the process is … Read more