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Black women and girls disappear at disproportionate rates — Shemika Cosey’s family still searching 17 years later
Black women and girls disappear at disproportionate rates — Shemika Cosey’s family still searching 17 years later
Shemika Cosey disappeared from her cousin’s house in Berkeley 17 years ago. Her mother, Paula Hill, told First Alert 4 that she is still praying and hoping her daughter will return.
Court fight could send freed man back to prison | FOX 2
Court fight could send freed man back to prison | FOX 2
A court fight in a case that freed a Missouri man could now change how innocence claims are handled in court.
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KSDK News - YouTube
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California Dad Killed Business Partner, Faked His Identity
California Dad Killed Business Partner, Faked His Identity
Edward Shin emailed as Chris Smith after murdering him in 2010.
Diddy's 2028 Release Date Analyzed By Criminologist Who Says Celebrity Status May Complicate Early Release Decisions | Yardbarker
Diddy's 2028 Release Date Analyzed By Criminologist Who Says Celebrity Status May Complicate Early Release Decisions | Yardbarker
Sean "Diddy" Combs' confirmed federal prison release date of May 8, 2028, has sparked questions about whether the rapper could leave custody sooner. One criminologist said that his celebrity status might make early release decisions more complex than usual.
The Truth Behind the Case: A Criminologist’s Perspective on Justice
The Truth Behind the Case: A Criminologist’s Perspective on Justice
Criminal justice expert weighs in on likelihood of P Diddy's release date being pushed up - The Mirror US
Criminal justice expert weighs in on likelihood of P Diddy's release date being pushed up - The Mirror US
As Sean 'P Diddy' Combs' prison release date has been confirmed, one criminal justice expert has weighed in on whether or not she predicts that he will walk free earlier than May of 2028
Diddy's 2028 Release Date Analyzed By Criminologist Who Says Celebrity Status May Complicate Early Release Decisions
Diddy's 2028 Release Date Analyzed By Criminologist Who Says Celebrity Status May Complicate Early Release Decisions
A criminologist said Diddy's fame could complicate early release decisions, noting that his May 2028 date already factors in time served and potential good behavior credits.
US Executions Hit 12-Year High; Alabama 2nd
US Executions Hit 12-Year High; Alabama 2nd
The 40 executions so far in 2025 represents the highest number since 2013 and is expected to increase with two months left in the year.
WATCH: Dad Tells Daughter to Hit Student on Bus
WATCH: Dad Tells Daughter to Hit Student on Bus
The Ferguson Police Department has released surveillance video, they said, that shows a father instructing his daughter to hit a student on a school bus.
St. Louis Sheriff Indicted, Under House Arrest
St. Louis Sheriff Indicted, Under House Arrest
Sheriff Alfred Montgomery allegedly admitted to retaliating against sheriff's office employees for speaking to the FBI on a recorded call obtained by prosecutors.
FBI Releases Latest Student Crime Stats
FBI Releases Latest Student Crime Stats
Hazelwood middle school fight leaves student with scar and swollen eye after alleged bullying
Hazelwood middle school fight leaves student with scar and swollen eye after alleged bullying
Local experts, community advocates discuss St. Louis teen curfews and what can be done to stop summer violence | ksdk.com
Local experts, community advocates discuss St. Louis teen curfews and what can be done to stop summer violence | ksdk.com
Missouri lawmaker refiles bill expanding path to freestanding claims of innocence for all inmates
Missouri lawmaker refiles bill expanding path to freestanding claims of innocence for all inmates
Donnybrook | Donnybrook Next Up: February 2, 2023 | Season 2023 | Episode 10
Donnybrook | Donnybrook Next Up: February 2, 2023 | Season 2023 | Episode 10
www.audacy.com - Why are some trying to cash in on the murder of a health insurance executive?
www.audacy.com - Why are some trying to cash in on the murder of a health insurance executive?
Messenger: From Dred Scott to Christopher Dunn, history repeats itself in St. Louis
Messenger: From Dred Scott to Christopher Dunn, history repeats itself in St. Louis
SLU criminology professor on what’s behind recent youth violence
SLU criminology professor on what’s behind recent youth violence
Why is Missouri's Attorney General blocking overturned conviction cases? 2 criminal justice experts weigh in
Why is Missouri's Attorney General blocking overturned conviction cases? 2 criminal justice experts weigh in
St. Louis police exploring 11-hour shift schedule to improve coverage due to officer shortage
St. Louis police exploring 11-hour shift schedule to improve coverage due to officer shortage
First Alert 4 looks deeper into gang violence in St. Louis City
First Alert 4 looks deeper into gang violence in St. Louis City
Why are hundreds of Missourians stuck in jail, not treated for mental health issues?
Why are hundreds of Missourians stuck in jail, not treated for mental health issues?
The call for action to stop extreme youth violence in St. Louis
The call for action to stop extreme youth violence in St. Louis
Teens escaped St. Louis County juvenile detention center through broken window
Teens escaped St. Louis County juvenile detention center through broken window
3 teens who escaped youth services facility Monday in St. Louis County had getaway car waiting
3 teens who escaped youth services facility Monday in St. Louis County had getaway car waiting
I-Team: 4 teens who escaped from St. Louis juvenile center still on the run
I-Team: 4 teens who escaped from St. Louis juvenile center still on the run
Police, court disagree over the release of teens 'armed with modified guns' connected with City Foundry car break-ins
Police, court disagree over the release of teens 'armed with modified guns' connected with City Foundry car break-ins
2 teens escape juvenile detention center, including 17-year-old held on murder charge
2 teens escape juvenile detention center, including 17-year-old held on murder charge
SLU Criminologist weighs in on Jennings bank robbery with female suspect
SLU Criminologist weighs in on Jennings bank robbery with female suspect
St. Louis alderman guilty of federal bribery released from prison
St. Louis alderman guilty of federal bribery released from prison
Lawmakers and advocates gather at Kansas City gun violence rally | 'We want the freedom to live'
Lawmakers and advocates gather at Kansas City gun violence rally | 'We want the freedom to live'
Missouri has no laws prohibiting filming fights: Educators address concerns for students
Missouri has no laws prohibiting filming fights: Educators address concerns for students
Police and school admin can’t agree on training, forcing SROs out of most schools
Police and school admin can’t agree on training, forcing SROs out of most schools
The call for action to stop extreme youth violence in St. Louis
The call for action to stop extreme youth violence in St. Louis
Missouri lawmaker refiles bill expanding path to freestanding claims of innocence for all inmates
Missouri lawmaker refiles bill expanding path to freestanding claims of innocence for all inmates
Lawmakers and advocates gather at Kansas City gun violence rally | 'We want the freedom to live'
Lawmakers and advocates gather at Kansas City gun violence rally | 'We want the freedom to live'
St. Louis alderman guilty of federal bribery released from prison
St. Louis alderman guilty of federal bribery released from prison
Original Articles
Christopher Dunn Case Erodes MO Justice Confidence
Christopher Dunn Case Erodes MO Justice Confidence
The Missouri Supreme Court ruled this week that the state’s attorney general can appeal the overturned conviction of Christopher Dunn.
Finality Over Freedom: MO Justice Backwards
Finality Over Freedom: MO Justice Backwards
Missouri is failing its citizens. In most states, if someone is convicted of a crime they did not commit, they have a legal path to prove their innocence. Missouri, however, is one of the few states where that path does not exist unless the person is on death row. That means if someone has rock-solid […]
MO Courts Fail Innocent: Wrongful Convictions
MO Courts Fail Innocent: Wrongful Convictions
Proposals in the Missouri legislature would allow the wrongfully convicted to seek exoneration, without overburdening the system, this writer argues.
2 Judges Say Innocent, MO Seeks Unjust Conviction
2 Judges Say Innocent, MO Seeks Unjust Conviction
The courts found Christopher Dunn didn’t commit murder. So why is the state fighting to put him back behind bars? | Opinion
MO's Fight to Keep Innocent People Jailed
MO's Fight to Keep Innocent People Jailed
Christopher Dunn walked out of the Federal Courthouse in St. Louis a free man after serving 34 years for a murder he did not commit.
MO's Wrongfully Convicted: Unfinished Journey
MO's Wrongfully Convicted: Unfinished Journey
The case of Christopher Dunn, who has spent over three decades in prison for a murder he consistently claims he did not commit, starkly highlights a critical deficiency in our justice system. Despite persuasive evidence, including alibi witnesses and recanted trial testimonies, Dunn remains behind bars. The core issue stems from a 2016 Missouri Supreme […]
In Missouri, the truth doesn't always set you free • Missouri Independent
In Missouri, the truth doesn't always set you free • Missouri Independent
Christopher Dunn has served over 30 years in a Missouri prison for a murder he vehemently claims he did not commit.
Black Lives Matter – just not in here
Black Lives Matter – just not in here
On Sunday, June 28, Mark and Patricia McCloskey stood on the lawn of their St. Louis, Missouri mansion, pointing their guns at protesters as they passed down their street. After this incident, the couple released a statement through their attorney indicating that the message “Black Lives Matter” is relevant, that they agreed with it, and […]
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