Man Exonerated In Murder, But Diagnosed With Terminal Cancer As He Awaited Freedom
William J. Richards was cleared in the death of his wife. But he says he was the victim of medical neglect while he was behind bars, which led to a cancer diagnosis becoming terminal. Now he's suing.
Erika Stallings Feb 19, 2019
Why Rooting Out Rogue Prosecutors Isn’t Enough
Experts say New York’s Commission on Prosecutorial Conduct is an important first step, but the problem isn’t just misconduct—it’s the way prosecutors wield their discretion every day.
Maura Ewing Aug 28, 2018
Rory Lancman Wants to be the ‘Larry Krasner of Queens’—and Says He Can Prove It
The City Council member now eyeing a run for Queens DA has a record of supporting reform, but some critics aren’t convinced.
Theodore Hamm Aug 07, 2018
Do Conviction Integrity Units Work?
Josie Duffy Rice Mar 22, 2018
Exoneree Accuses Brooklyn DA’s Office Under Joe Hynes of Prosecutorial Misconduct in Denying his Freedom of Information Request
Letter from Jabbar Collins warns that his case is likely only “the tip of the proverbial iceberg”
Theodore Hamm Jan 11, 2018
Man Declared “Factually Innocent” of Murder is Granted a Full Pardon
The pardon vote removes any “residual stain” on his record.
Larry Hannan Nov 22, 2017
Kym Worthy refuses to admit fault, again
Jessica Pishko Aug 29, 2017