justice-system
11 Child Sex Offenders Who Avoided Prison: Analysis of Lenient Sentences Across 10 States
Comprehensive investigation reveals pattern of probation-only sentences for serious crimes against children, including teachers and coaches.
Local Politics
Mark Brant, on federal home confinement for drug charges, stages a 'civil rights' sit-in by refusing to leave his commissioner seat. County officials respond with the courage of wet tissue paper.
construction
MDOT announces this weekend's I-75 construction: two lanes closed everywhere, in both directions, because why not maximize suffering?
History
241 years ago today, the Treaty of Paris was signed, giving the land that would become Monroe County to the United States. The Native Americans who actually lived here were not consulted.
Comprehensive investigation reveals pattern of probation-only sentences for serious crimes against children, including teachers and coaches.
Dr. William J. Murdoch's arrest for child solicitation after 20 years of practice raises questions about institutional oversight and how predators hide in positions of trust.
Former Monroe High cheer coach Shaelynn Pridemore receives probation through 2030 for accosting a child charges. Analysis of Monroe County's controversial sentencing patterns.
Satire, but not really, from Monroe County, Michigan
Dr. William J. Murdoch's arrest for child solicitation after 20 years of practice raises questions about institutional oversight and how predators hide in positions of trust.
The complete story of Monroe County Commissioner Mark Brant: From federal investigation to conviction, from prison to showing up at meetings anyway. A tale of $305,657 in seized cash, 18 months in prison, and one very awkward commissioner meeting.
After securing $50K seed funding in 2023, Monroe's aquatic mobility startup delivers MVP 4 months behind schedule. Investors thrilled.
Eight fire departments battled a devastating fire that destroyed the 30-year-old Red Lobster on N. Dixie Highway. Fire Chief Wendy Stevens confirms total loss as ceiling collapsed on firefighters. Satirical 'Lobster Rights Coalition' weighs in.
Two church-linked leaders face federal charges tied to a multistate ‘Salvation Sales’ scheme. Filings allege donation quotas, round-the-clock control, assaults, and directives to ensure women took Plan B. Defendants deny wrongdoing; all are presumed innocent.
Former Monroe High cheer coach Shaelynn Pridemore receives probation through 2030 for accosting a child charges. Analysis of Monroe County's controversial sentencing patterns.