Judge Yodit Tewolde, a trailblazing figure in both the legal and media landscapes, brings a unique perspective to CBS Media Ventures’ Emmy-nominated court program HOT
Systemic challenges persist in law enforcement reform The erosion of critical safeguards Recent political developments signal a potentially devastating reversal in efforts to address systemic
In a moment that crystallized the complexities of America’s criminal justice system, John Legend’s recent visit to California’s incarcerated firefighters has ignited intense public discourse
A father’s presidential pardon ignites debate on systemic inequities The weight of parental protection The profound question “What about my child?” resonates with millions of
How recent events are finally exposing a system that’s been unfair to black and brown communities The double standard we can’t ignore anymore Something major
Federal probation represents a critical pathway for individuals transitioning from incarceration back into society. While designed to balance public safety with rehabilitation, the system presents
The first woman and first Black and South Asian American to serve as vice president of the United States, Kamala Harris champions a future centered
On September 24, 2024, Marcellus Williams was executed in Missouri for the 1998 murder of Felicia Gayle, a case that has reignited debates over the
The increasing number of young women entering the prison system is a troubling trend that has raised significant concerns among policymakers, social workers and families.
As the United States gears up for the 2024 elections, new polling data underscores the influential voting power of women of color, particularly within the
Navigating the complex landscape of felony disenfranchisement, individuals with felony convictions often find themselves excluded from the democratic process. Beyond serving their sentences, the challenge
Jay-Z and Meek Mill celebrated a milestone victory when their REFORM Alliance organization spurred California Gov. Gavin Newsom to sign a bill reducing probation terms
Kim Kardashian wants to help free rapper C-Murder from prison. The 39-year-old reality star — who is studying to be a lawyer — believes the
Tamika Mallory is a social justice leader, and a political activist who is leading the charge in advocating for human rights, civil rights and equality
Meek Mill has praised Kim Kardashian West for her work on criminal justice reform and thinks more people should use their platform, too. The 32-year-old
Meek Mill is “ecstatic” after his 2008 drug conviction was overturned. The 32-year-old rapper has been granted a new trial after an appeals court in
Van Jones has made a career of pushing boundaries and forcing people to rethink their values and beliefs. As a result of his ability to
Kim Kardashian West has landed her own true-crime show “Kim Kardashian: The Justice Project.” The 38-year-old reality star has helped release 17 prisoners in the
Meek Mill is being honored by his hometown for his work on criminal justice reform. The 31-year-old rapper’s native Philadelphia declared March 15-17, 2019, “Meek
Jay–Z has thrown his support behind a campaign to reform an important system in the United States. The 49-year-old rap star — who is married to
