A photo shows a Black woman with curly hair in a ponytail holding a framed picture while posing for a portrait in front of her home. The framed picture shows her embracing and looking toward her son, a Black man with a plaid shirt and glasses, in front of a green background.
Jackson September 10
New Evidence May Offer Answers to Mother of Son Slain in Mississippi Prison 5 Years Ago
After reports of cell keys being shared and the lights turned off, Denorris Howell was killed in his dark Parchman prison cell.
By Jerry Mitchell, Mississippi Today
An illustration shows a shirtless person sweating as they sit on top of their bed. The person is inside a cell, with a sink on the right.
St. Louis September 8
What It’s Like Enduring a Heat Wave in a Missouri Prison
Lawyers requested swift cooling measures in a prison with no A/C. One man shares the dangerous conditions inside while people await a judge’s ruling.
By , The Marshall Project, and Jeremy Hann
A Black medical ward assistant in a white uniform looks through an open door.
Closing Argument September 6
For People Mentally Unfit For Trial, Waits For Treatment Get Longer
U.S. defendants must be able to understand the charges against them — but many who can’t remain behind bars waiting for mental health treatment.
By
A white police SUV is parked behind a gray car during a traffic stop. Four police officers stand the left side of the car while two officers stand on the right.
Feature September 5
How Encounters With Police Can Lead to ICE Arrests — Even In Sanctuary Cities
Even without a formal agreement for police to help with immigration enforcement, the ways local and federal agencies work can result in ICE arrests.
By
A color photo shows a group of Black women in a circle of healing inside the Williams Memorial CME Temple.
Analysis September 5
Federal Cuts Disrupt Local Justice Programs, but Communities Push Forward
Programs that combat violence and support victims are thrown into chaos after the Trump administration ‘weaponized’ funding for its political goals.
By and
Black-and-white sheriff and police cars are parked in front of a building with a few lights on outside. It is dusk, and the sky is cobalt blue, and the silhouettes of trees are visible behind the building.
Feature September 3
In Police Youth Program, Abuse Often Starts When Officers Are Alone With Teens in Cars
A quarter of sexual misconduct allegations in law enforcement Explorers programs involve officers grooming or abusing young people during ride-alongs.
By
A Black man in a tan prison uniform stands in front of a black and white wall, holding a phone to his ear. A U.S. flag and two signs are on the wall. One sign reads, "Break the silence!" in English and Spanish. The second sign details that calls will subject to recording and listening.
Closing Argument August 30
From Surveillance to Robot Guards: How AI Could Reshape Prison Life
Critics worry about opaque data collection, privacy violations and the technology’s bias spreading in jails and prisons.
By
An aerial photo shows a prison facility composed of over half a dozen buildings, with trees surrounding much of the property. In the foreground, there are activists gathered with signs and banners near the facility.
Analysis August 29
‘Zombie Prisons’: How ICE Detention Is Raising Troubling Facilities From the Dead
ICE needs more detention space, and it’s faster to open old facilities than to build new ones.
By
An empty black sheriff's vehicle, with the word "Sheriff" printed on the side in yellow paint, is parked at a beige-colored building with two columns on either side.
Cleveland August 28
Cuyahoga County Deputy Involved in Fatal Chases Accused of ‘Lying’ in Hiring Process
Deputy Kasey Loudermilk lied and kept details off his application about other police forces disqualifying him, according to his personnel file.
By
Jennifer Peter
News and Awards August 26
The Marshall Project Names Jennifer Peter New Editor-in-Chief
Peter, of The Boston Globe, will lead the national criminal justice outlet’s news operations.
By The Marshall Project