Cheryl Corley
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1 Year Later, The Video Of George Floyd's Death Has Lasting Impacts
The video of George Floyd's death was critical evidence in the murder trial of Derek Chauvin. It's a video that may influence future trials and police training.
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Study: Body-Worn Camera Research Shows Drop In Police Use Of Force
A review from public safety experts and world economists says the benefits to society and police departments outweigh the costs of cameras.
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Jury Deliberates As Derek Chauvin's Murder Trial Comes To A Close
The jury in the murder trial of ex-Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is now deliberating after more than three weeks of testimony.
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Second Week Of Derek Chauvin Trial Comes To A Close
At the murder trial of ex-police officer Derek Chauvin, the county medical examiner is expected to take the stand as the prosecution prepares to wrap up its case.
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#FreeHer Campaign Wants Clemency For 100 Women In Biden's First 100 Days
A national council of current and formerly incarcerated women wants the president to grant 100 women clemency by April 30. There's a backlog of 14,000 petitions for commutations or pardons.
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Juveniles Part Of A Huge Increase In Carjackings Across The Country
In at least one case, the suspect was 11 years old. Police and cities want to enforce the law, but also offer help to juveniles on the wrong path.
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Chicago Considers Ways To Limit Juveniles Involved In Carjackings
Carjackings have increased by huge numbers in several cities and many of the suspects are juveniles. Communities are grappling with enforcing the law while also embracing rehabilitation.
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Illinois Becomes 1st State To Drop Cash Bail System
Illinois will be the first state to eliminate all cash bail payments for jail release before trial. Part of a sweeping reform bill, it now awaits the governor's signature. Police say they oppose it.
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Judge Blocks Execution Of Only Woman On Federal Death Row
Lisa Montgomery was scheduled to die by lethal injection on Jan. 12, and would be the U.S. government's first execution of a female inmate in more than 67 years.
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Experts Say The Pandemic Coincided With The Largest One-Year Rise In Homicide Rates
Data show that a rise in certain crimes has coincided with the grip of the pandemic. NPR discusses what was happening in cities and whether the spike in homicides can be curbed.