President Joe Biden announced on Monday that he is commuting the sentences of 37 of the 40 people on federal death row, converting their punishments to life imprisonment just weeks before President-elect Donald Trump, an outspoken proponent of expanding capital punishment, takes office.
Related posts
-
‘We’re all in this together’: Hawthorn Woods looks for long-term water option
Hawthorn Woods working toward economically and logistically viable long-term water solutions -
Man faces sentencing for 2021 Round Lake bank robbery
The Lake County Attorney's Office said Francisco Martinez, 32, entered a First Midwest Bank branch in... -
Man charged with stealing from store, again, a few hours after release from jail
A man has been charged with stealing from the Oak Brook Macy’s store a few hours...