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New York to vaccinate all prisoners following judge’s ruling

A New York judge has ruled that all people incarcerated in New York State prisons and jails must be vaccinated

Biba Adams / March 30, 2021

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How President Obama is changing the game for former felons

Last month, the president hosted a surprise meeting with former federal inmates who had been invited to the White House...

Natasha S. Alford / April 11, 2016

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Female jail employees allegedly had sex with inmates during 'head count'

Two female Florida jail employees have been accused of having sexual conduct with two male inmates during the night shifts.

TheGrio Staff / October 23, 2015

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Justice Department prepares for largest inmate release in U.S. history

WASHINGTON (AP) — Thousands of federal inmates serving sentences for drug crimes are set for early release next month under

Carrieheals / October 7, 2015

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Boko Haram reportedly carries out new kidnappings in Nigeria

theGRIO REPORT - In an ugly turn of events it has been reported that the terrorist Islamic sect Boko Haram

Kunbitinuoye / June 24, 2014

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Can Pope Francis be an ally for President Obama?

OPINION - As President Obama prepares to meet with Pope Francis at the Vatican on Thursday, can the pontiff’s popularity

David A. Love / March 27, 2014

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A closer look at Eric Holder’s comments on allowing felons the right to vote

theGRIO REPORT - Attorney General Eric Holder delivered a high-profile speech on Tuesday, urging states to roll back laws that

Perrybaconjr / February 12, 2014