Travis County Primary Candidates Jockey to Champion Criminal Justice Change

A closer look at the heated District Attorney, County Attorney, and County Court at Law races

"...Everybody supports "criminal justice reform." Advocates across the entire political spectrum trumpet their..."

Feb. 7, 2020 News Feature by Michael King

Travis County District Attorney Announces New Head of Special Victims Unit

She has more than 20 years experience as a prosecutor

"...appointed a new leader to the office’s Special Victims Unit, which assists victims of family violence and sexual assault...."

Jan. 23, 2024 News Post by Brant Bingamon

'What Is Justice?'

A state program that enables offenders and their victims meet face-to-face has helped Andrew Papke take full responsibility for the drunken driving-related deaths of Beth Early and Daniel London.

"...Andrew returns to his prison cell at the Walls Unit in Huntsville, where he is serving 40 years for..."

Aug. 24, 2001 News Feature by Michael May

Prisoner With Cancer Received Delayed Treatment, Little Family Visitation, Then Died, Family Says

Tony Sendejo’s last days were painful, chaotic

"...they're well-known to prisoner support groups like Texas Prisons Community Advocates...."

Nov. 10, 2023 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Color of Justice

A drug bust in tiny Tulia, Texas opens up old racial wounds and raises questions about the veracity of the undercover cop-for-hire who orchestrated it all.

"...used to bring an undercover officer to a rural community, primarily to target "street-level" dealers. Using funds from the..."

July 28, 2000 News Feature by Nate Blakeslee

The End of Family Detention?

Positive changes coming, but some say it's not enough

"...Immigrant advocates applauded changes to the Obama administration's family detention policy unveiled last week that has the lowering..."

July 3, 2015 News Feature by Tony Cantú

As Millions Demand Justice, Texas Prepares to Take Rodney Reed's Life

Looking back at a long road of injustice for the death row inmate

"...and, thanks to the efforts of Benjet and Reed's family, others throughout the nation – and even the world..."

Nov. 15, 2019 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

Family Decries Police "Murder" as APD Releases Troubling Incident Video

Moonesinghe shot from behind within moments of APD arrival

"...In a story posted yesterday, the criminal justice advocate interpreted two sentences in the Austin Police Department’s..."

Dec. 2, 2022 News Post by Brant Bingamon

Balancing the Scales of Justice on Texas’ Most Important Courts

Dems run en masse for statewide judicial seats

"..."Even the skeptics agree that this is our best opportunity to win statewide in 25 years," said Amy Clark..."

Feb. 14, 2020 News Post by Brant Bingamon

Justice or Vengeance?

A tale of tragedy and punishment in Williamson County

"...is doing hard time in the unfortunately named Roach Unit, located outside Childress in North Texas. Now 23, he..."

Nov. 4, 2005 News Feature by Kevin Brass

Family of Man Killed by APD Seeks Answers

The parents of Alex Gonzales file complaint with the Office of Police Oversight

"...doing so. The OPO complaint will allow the Gon­zal­es family to be updated on the progress of IA's probe;..."

Feb. 5, 2021 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Arbitrary Justice at TYC

Joseph Galloway – one of first inmates released from troubled Texas Youth Commission system post new oversight – files federal suit, names as co-defendants the guards who allegedly assaulted him during his incarceration, the guards who failed to protect him, and TYC

"...seemingly arbitrary reasons before his unexpected release. The 19-year-old's family members are asking why Galloway was locked away for..."

April 13, 2007 News Feature by Richard Whittaker

Prosecuting Sexual Assault

DOJ grant provides $650,000 to jump-start new sexual assault prosecution unit

"...are celebrating a victory after the U.S. Department of Justice Office of Violence Against Women awarded Travis County a..."

Oct. 14, 2016 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

Cobb Endorses Lehmberg

Former rival picks Earle's top assistant over Montford

"...Lehmberg 'Uniquely Qualified' to Maintain Independence of Public Integrity Unit, Find Common Ground For Community Justice (AUSTIN) -- Gary..."

March 13, 2008 News Post by Lee Nichols

Travis County D.A. Moore Pushes Back Against Firefighters' Claims

Says the job of her office is to "see that justice is done" for victims and the accused

"...their families have been abused by Travis County's criminal justice system. The allegations have become campaign fodder in Moore's..."

Nov. 22, 2019 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

Despite Concern, Commissioners Proceed With Two Finalists for County Judge

Advocates hope the next CC4 judge understands the intersections of sexual assault and family violence

"...Chen Kercher, and Dimple Malhotra, chief prosecutor in the Family Violence Unit of the Travis County District Attorney's Office...."

Sept. 27, 2019 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

How Much Reform Is Enough in the Travis County District Attorney Race?

Incumbent D.A. Margaret Moore faces challengers from the left

"...able to run on her record as a criminal justice reformer. She could point to her aggressive reorganization and..."

Aug. 23, 2019 News Feature by Michael King

Crackpot Crackdown

Joining a long East Texas tradition, Jackson County DA Bobby Bell has convicted 28 black people on drug charges via manufactured evidence and railroaded trials. One small-town exile, her family, and a few neighbors are finally fighting back.

"...Port Lavaca, in 1954, the same year the rural community earned its first moment in the national spotlight. That..."

Oct. 21, 2005 News Feature by Jordan Smith

A Month After Mike Ramos Died, Some Hesitant Steps Toward Accountability

Justice comes slowly

"...case. I was hopeful that it would help this community."..."

June 5, 2020 News Feature by Austin Sanders

Shoplifters

The meaning of family on Japan's social fringes compassionately explored

"...a little more tenuous than they appear. They're that family everyone knows, the ones down the block where there's..."

Jan. 4, 2019 Movie Review by Richard Whittaker

No Mercy

The case of James Allridge raises familiar questions about the Texas justice system

"...wanted to say. Allridge turned to face the Clendennen family and apologized for killing their son. "The only thing..."

Aug. 20, 2004 News Feature by Jordan Smith

D.A.-Elect José Garza Taps Reform Advocates for His Team

It's a new day in court for Austin's top law enforcement office

"...announced today that Trudy Strassburger, managing director of The Justice Collaborative, will serve as the top deputy in his..."

Nov. 18, 2020 News Post by Austin Sanders

For Texas Prisoners, COVID-19 Shouldn’t Be a Death Sentence

Criminal justice advocates warn of outbreaks behind bars

"...Criminal justice advocates have warned for weeks that it was only..."

May 15, 2020 News Feature by Brant Bingamon

District Attorney Margaret Moore Announces Re-Election Campaign

Speakeasy kickoff marks beginning of 2020 primary

"...Moore cited her creation of a Family Violence Unit as addressing a major issue in local..."

May 24, 2019 News Post by Michael King

Finding a New D.A.

The Dem primary race turns from a default succession into a three-way wrestling match

"...That same year, the state defunded the Public Integ­rity Unit, which Lehmberg headed, and she fought off an effort..."

Jan. 22, 2016 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

Austin Firefighters Association Takes On Travis County D.A.

UPDATE: Margaret Moore responds to videos alleging mishandling of sexual assault cases

"...In the survivors' lawsuit filed last summer in federal..."

Nov. 15, 2019 News Feature by Sarah Marloff

TDCJ: Hearing Loss Isn't A Disability

But a federal judge disagrees

"...Lake has ruled that the Texas Dept. of Criminal Justice must accommodate a hearing-impaired individual during prison visits...."

Dec. 14, 2010 News Post by Jordan Smith

Amid Record Heat, Texas Locks Prisoners Down, Reducing Shower Access

Advocates feel decision is retaliation

"...that are not air-conditioned, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice announced Sept. 6 its decision to lock down every..."

Sept. 7, 2023 News Post by Brant Bingamon

Incoming D.A. Margaret Moore Continues Her Restructure of Office

Would you like to hire a prosecutor?

"...a leader in outgoing D.A. Rosemary Lehmberg's sexual assault unit. On their way in are Mindy Montford, Moore's first..."

Dec. 9, 2016 News Feature by Chase Hoffberger

'Something Went Wrong'

Six months after he was killed by an Austin cop, Jessie Owens' family still wants some basic answers

"...make sure such a tragedy doesn't happen again? Owens' family fears those questions may go unanswered in the heat..."

Dec. 12, 2003 News Feature by Jordan Smith

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