Leamington man sentenced to life for matricide
Kevin Goodings receives a life sentence with no parole eligibility for 12 years after being convicted of killing his mother in Leamington. The court delivers its verdict.
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$86K in Contraband Seized from N.B. Prison
Correctional officers at the Atlantic Institution in Renous, N.B., have seized contraband valued at $86,000. Discover the details of the major prison seizure and its implications.
Drugs worth $140K seized at Ontario federal prison
Correctional officers at Beaver Creek Institution intercepted a package containing $140,000 worth of illegal drugs and contraband. Get the details on the seizure and prison security.
Calgary judge slams Trump's boat bombings in drug case
A Calgary judge condemned the Trump administration's policy of bombing alleged drug boats as he gave a conditional sentence to a local fentanyl trafficker, citing systemic inequalities in the war on drugs. Read the full analysis.
Appeal hearing nears for ex-educational assistant
The Saskatchewan Court of Appeal will hear arguments Jan. 16 on Stacey Duke's appeal of her sex crime convictions. The Crown seeks a longer sentence. Read the latest.
Nova Scotia prison locked down following inmate assault
Springhill Institution in Nova Scotia is under lockdown after a serious assault on an inmate. Get the latest details on the incident and ongoing response from authorities.
VR Headsets Provide Escape, Training in California Prisons
Virtual reality is being used as a rehabilitation tool inside California prisons, offering inmates immersive escapes and practical job training. See how this innovative program works.
Life sentence for B.C. man in double homicide case
A British Columbia man has been handed a life sentence for the fatal shooting of two individuals in a case initially not treated as suspicious. Get the full details on the court's ruling.
B.C. man sentenced to life for double murder
Mitchell McIntyre receives a life sentence for two 2022 murders in the Kootenays, cases initially deemed accidental. He won't be eligible for parole for 13 years. Read the full story.
Windsor offender imprisoned for Pierre Avenue shooting
A Windsor man is sentenced to prison for a 2023 shooting on Pierre Avenue. The judge condemned the act as 'bringing guns to a fist fight.' Get the full details on the case and sentencing.
Vancouver woman sentenced for U.S. smuggling conspiracy
A Vancouver woman has been sentenced for conspiring to illegally smuggle her husband into the United States through British Columbia. Get the details on the cross-border crime.
Outrage Over Light Sentence for Holocaust Memorial Vandal
Jewish groups condemn a suspended sentence for vandalizing Ottawa's National Holocaust Monument. The judge ruled the act was not hate-motivated, a decision met with alarm and disbelief.
Former Premier League Referee Given Suspended Prison Sentence
Former Premier League referee David Coote receives a suspended prison sentence for possessing an indecent image. Get the full details on the case and its implications.
Man gets 4-month sentence in Saskatchewan dog death case
A Moose Jaw man has been sentenced to four months in jail for his involvement in a case that led to a dog's death. The sentencing occurred in early January 2026.
Ex-Ottawa lawyer gets suspended sentence for Holocaust memorial vandalism
A former City of Ottawa lawyer has been handed a suspended sentence for defacing the National Holocaust Monument with red paint. The June 2025 incident sparked national outrage.
Drunk driver gets 8 years for fatal Niagara Falls crash
John Franco Bonaldo sentenced to 8 years for killing a pedestrian and injuring her daughter while driving drunk in Niagara Falls. The judge imposed an 18-year driving ban.
Life sentence for mentally ill man in Toronto DJ manslaughter
Ontario judge sentences Rico Harvey to life for the 2020 manslaughter of DJ Peter Elie, citing public safety. The ruling exceeded prosecutors' requests.
Calgary preacher's house arrest extended over breach allegations
Derek Reimer, convicted of criminal harassment after protesting a drag storytime, remains on house arrest as his new lawyer prepares to fight five alleged breaches of his conditional sentence. Details from Calgary courts.
Myanmar releases 6,100+ prisoners on independence anniversary
Myanmar's military government has freed more than 6,100 inmates, including political detainees, to mark the country's Independence Day. Details on the mass amnesty and its context.
Ex-Millbrook First Nation worker gets federal prison for fraud
A former employee of Nova Scotia's Millbrook First Nation has been sentenced to federal prison for theft and fraud. Get the details on the case and its implications.
Pakistan Hands Life Sentences for Inciting Violence
A Pakistani court has sentenced journalists, YouTubers, and former military officers to life in prison for inciting violence. The case stems from protests following the arrest of ex-PM Imran Khan.
Bolsonaro leaves hospital, returns to prison
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has been discharged from hospital following medical procedures and has returned to prison custody. Get the latest details on his health and legal status.
Over $100K in contraband seized at Quebec prison
Correctional officers at a Quebec detention centre intercepted a massive shipment of illegal items valued at more than $100,000. Discover the details of the bust and its impact on prison security.
Nova Scotia driver sentenced to 4.5 years for fatal crash
A Nova Scotia man has been sentenced to 4.5 years in prison for a fatal collision that claimed three lives. The sentencing concludes a tragic case that has deeply affected a community.
Former Malaysian PM sentenced to 15 years in prison
Former Malaysian Prime Minister Najib Razak has been sentenced to 15 years in prison and a hefty fine in the 1MDB corruption trial. Get the full details on this landmark ruling.
Jair Bolsonaro Backs Son Flavio for 2026 Brazil Presidency
Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, while hospitalized, endorsed his son Flavio for the 2026 presidential election. The move, made from a medical facility where he is under police guard, signals a new phase in the country's political battles. Read
Egypt denies appeal of economist's 5-year sentence
An Egyptian court has rejected the appeal of a prominent economist, confirming a five-year prison sentence. The case highlights ongoing concerns about judicial independence in Egypt.
Russian activist sentenced to 6 years in prison
A Moscow court has sentenced left-wing activist Sergei Udaltsov to six years in prison. The pro-war critic was convicted on charges of justifying terrorism. Read the details of this significant political case.
Lawsuits follow break-in, assaults at Kitchener prison
Multiple lawsuits have been filed following a major security breach and assaults at the Grand Valley Institution for Women in Kitchener. Get the latest details on the incident and legal actions.
50-year sentence for Zagreb school attack that killed child
A Croatian court has sentenced a man to 50 years in prison for a knife attack at an elementary school in Zagreb that killed a 7-year-old girl and wounded six others. Read the full details of the tragic case.
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