A rapidly expanding wildfire, the 'Hennessey Fire,' is tearing through Napa County, California, prompting urgent evacuations, threatening homes and vineyards, and casting a dense, hazardous smoke plume over the renowned wine region.
California faces an unprecedented constitutional crisis as a political stalemate leaves the state without a valid congressional map, potentially disenfranchising millions of voters ahead of the 2026 midterms.
A groundbreaking UK report reveals that integrating nature, fostering respect, and providing meaningful work could be the key to breaking the cycle of reoffending and transforming the prison system.
Lyle and Erik Menendez, the brothers convicted of their parents' 1989 murder, have been granted parole in a case that captivated America, following a high-profile celebrity advocacy campaign.
Erik and Lyle Menendez, the Beverly Hills brothers convicted of brutally murdering their parents in 1989, have been granted parole. This is the full timeline of their shocking case, from the bloody killings to their recent release.
California Governor Gavin Newsom blocks a Democratic-backed bill that would have altered state redistricting rules, preventing Republican gains in key districts. The move sparks intense political debate about electoral fairness.
Shocking details emerge of Lucy Connolly's traumatic incarceration, with prison officers describing her as the most terrified inmate they had ever encountered during her year-long ordeal behind bars.
Virginia House Speaker Todd Gilbert calls for special counsel investigation into perceived 'weaponisation' of justice system against former President Donald Trump, citing grave concerns over judicial impartiality.
Exclusive: Two correctional officers were critically wounded in a calculated shooting at San Quentin prison, raising urgent questions about safety and the state's escalating firearm epidemic.
Lucy Connolly has been released from prison after being sentenced for a controversial tweet. The case sparked a major debate on free speech and the proportionality of the UK's justice system.
Explosive confrontation as Democratic State Senator Josh Newman terminates a call with Governor Gavin Newsom over controversial legislation to remove hiring restrictions for ex-felons, accusing him of political games.
Shocking security breach as two suspects attempt to snatch Governor Newsom's children under protection of California Highway Patrol in exclusive Beverly Hills neighbourhood.
A convicted neo-Nazi terrorist, who began identifying as a woman after being charged, has won a High Court battle to be transferred to a women's prison, sparking a major debate on justice system policies.
Lucy Connolly, wife of a Conservative councillor, has been freed after being imprisoned for a malicious tweet about the Southport stabbing victims. The case ignites a fierce national debate on free speech, online abuse, and the limits of the justice syste
Notorious child murderer Thomas Cashman has successfully appealed to have his in-cell TV and gaming console reinstated after they were confiscated following his taunting of Olivia Pratt-Korbel's family.
A 45-year-old man has been charged with the 1998 murders of a couple in Huntington Beach, California, in a major breakthrough for a case that had gone cold for over two decades.
Health officials issue urgent warning as cases of the potentially lethal Valley Fever, caused by inhaling fungal spores from disturbed soil, surge across California. Experts link the rise to climate conditions and call for increased public awareness.
Exclusive: The Probation Service is grappling with a critical shortage of 10,000 officers to manage offenders in the community, raising serious public safety concerns as Labour's early release scheme accelerates.
California Governor Gavin Newsom faces fierce backlash from Republicans over a controversial last-minute redistricting bill, accused of gerrymandering to secure Democratic supermajorities and oust GOP incumbents ahead of the 2026 election.
California law enforcement launches a massive manhunt for a female suspect accused of violently kidnapping a newborn baby during a fake medical appointment in a brazen daytime attack.
A shocking congressional investigation reveals systemic medical neglect and preventable deaths within the US for-profit prison healthcare system, prompting calls for urgent reform.
Mercury Insurance is pushing for a significant rate increase in California, citing rising costs and market instability, as homeowners face soaring premiums.
A grieving mother speaks out in defence of her son, who has been sentenced to life in prison for murder, claiming he is misunderstood and deserves a second chance.
Nigel Farage accuses UK police of political bias, sparking a heated debate over law enforcement priorities and public trust.
Shadow Justice Secretary Robert Jenrick calls for judges to be removed if they allow personal political views to influence court rulings, amid growing concerns over judicial impartiality.
A senior police officer has criticised the justice system for failing to deter shoplifters, as offenders are repeatedly let off with minimal consequences despite rising retail crime.
A swarm of earthquakes has rattled Southern California, with multiple tremors shaking Los Angeles and surrounding areas. Experts warn of potential aftershocks.
Nigel Farage has slammed what he calls a 'two-tier justice system' after police dropped an investigation into alleged rule breaches by a senior Labour figure.
A teenager convicted of murdering a British mother has had their sentence reduced, sparking outrage and debate over justice system leniency.
A growing movement argues that prisons should focus on rehabilitation, not just punishment. Experts call for systemic changes to reduce reoffending and address root causes of crime.