The US Department of Justice has initiated a sweeping civil rights investigation into the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department, focusing on use of force and discriminatory policing practices following the controversial shooting of a man in 2021.
Exclusive figures reveal a dramatic surge in criminals being diverted from prosecution to social work schemes in Scotland, with over 34,000 cases recorded last year. Critics warn of a 'soft-touch' justice system as serious offenders, including those charg
A fierce battle erupts in Menominee, Wisconsin, as locals and officials challenge a proposed $10 billion data centre's plan to consume billions of gallons of water annually, raising alarms over environmental impact and resource strain.
The enigmatic street artist Banksy has officially authenticated a powerful new piece on the walls of London's Royal Courts of Justice, depicting a child using a pressure washer to create a crimson spatter effect, in a classic critique of the justice syste
The anonymous street artist Banksy has claimed a new piece on the wall of the Royal Courts of Justice in London, featuring striking green paint splatters, in a move interpreted as a commentary on the UK justice system.
A damning report reveals the Forensic Science Regulator lacks the expertise to properly assess miscarriages of justice, leaving innocent people trapped in prison. Experts demand urgent reform.
Labour veteran Yvette Cooper takes on the crucial Justice Secretary role in Keir Starmer's new government, tasked with reforming the UK's justice system and prisons.
Labour's Yvette Cooper takes on the crucial role of Justice Secretary in Keir Starmer's new government, bringing decades of political experience to the Ministry of Justice.
The UK government is reviewing the jury trial system, with proposals to reduce jury sizes and limit complex cases. Discover the potential impact on justice.
Bryan Hooper walks free after a quarter-century behind bars as Minnesota court overturns wrongful murder conviction, exposing systemic justice failures.
A damning US Justice Department investigation reveals a culture of systemic racism, excessive force, and discrimination within the Minneapolis Police Department, two years after the murder of George Floyd.
A parliamentary committee hears that toxic chemicals from England's roads are poisoning rivers unchecked, with the government accused of a 'shocking dereliction of duty' for failing to implement a 25-year-old law.
The US House Oversight Committee confronts the Justice Department over withheld Ghislaine Maxwell documents. Democrats allege a cover-up, demanding transparency on Epstein's powerful associates.
The UK Sentencing Council gains significant new powers, allowing it to proactively refer unduly lenient sentences to the Court of Appeal for review, marking a major shift in criminal justice policy.
A landmark change in UK sentencing rules now requires judges to weigh an offender's social and cultural background, including experiences of racism and deprivation, potentially leading to more lenient sentences.
Exclusive: Scientists document unprecedented recovery of Northern California's kelp forests, offering hope for marine ecosystems battling climate change.
Reality TV star Savannah Chrisley takes her family's fight for justice to the highest office, meeting with White House officials to advocate for sweeping prison reform and share her personal story.
Exclusive investigation reveals how Iowa's agricultural runoff, mirroring UK environmental concerns, is creating a toxic tide of pollution, devastating waterways and posing serious public health risks.
Exclusive data reveals thousands of offenders in Scotland, including those accused of assault and domestic abuse, are avoiding court by rejecting initial 'fiscal fines' and having their cases dropped entirely, sparking outrage from victims' groups.
A major forestry corporation is embroiled in a significant legal battle, hit with a slew of new charges for alleged illegal logging practices. The case raises serious questions about environmental regulation and corporate accountability.
Exclusive investigation reveals how intensive pig and poultry farming has become the dominant source of pollution in Britain's countryside, devastating river ecosystems and overwhelming sewage systems.
The Court of Appeal quashes the 41-year-old murder convictions of two men in a shocking miscarriage of justice case from Epping Forest, citing 'lurid' and unreliable cell confession evidence.
A groundbreaking analysis reveals over 1,300 hazardous sites across the United States where toxic 'forever chemicals' are seeping into the ground, posing a severe contamination risk to water supplies and public health.
In a seismic shift for America's judicial landscape, former President Donald Trump has enacted a groundbreaking executive order to eliminate cash bail, a move set to dramatically alter the US prison system and spark fierce national debate on justice and p
Exclusive: A landmark new Bill will see prison sentences under 12 months scrapped in England and Wales, allowing tens of thousands of offenders to avoid jail each year. Critics blast the move as a 'dangerous experiment' in soft justice.
MPs from across the House of Commons unite in fury as the government fails to deliver on its promise to establish a new court for England and Wales, citing 'unacceptable' delays and demanding urgent action from the Justice Secretary.
The Labour government unveils a radical overhaul of the justice system, abolishing most short-term prison sentences under six months to reduce reoffending and ease prison overcrowding.
A powerful new perspective on environmental storytelling urges us to look beyond narratives of loss and despair, celebrating the wonder, resilience, and sheer absurdity of nature that still exists all around us.
The Independent is calling for nominations to identify the UK's most influential climate leaders in its prestigious Climate 100 list for 2025. Discover how to put forward environmental pioneers making a tangible difference.
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.