News & Commentary

Roughly 150 people were able to clear active bench warrants and stop living with the fear of arrest thanks to a special amnesty period in Jefferson County District Court.

Today would have been Breonna Taylor's 29th birthday. Learn about the ongoing investigations into her murder and our federal lawsuit to hold LMPD accountable, and read reflections on Breonna's impact on the movement for Black lives.

People with some bench warrants in Jefferson County can apply to have their warrants set aside so they can reschedule their cases. Learn more and apply by May 31.

Do you have an active bench warrant? You can get it cleared! The Jefferson County Attorney is offering an amnesty period for people with an active bench warrant to have their warrant set aside and reschedule their case. The deadline to apply is May 31, 2022.

Six people have died in Louisville's jail in recent months due to overcrowding fueled by cash bail. Nearly 80% of people in Louisville jails are detained only because they cannot afford bail.

Three people died in Louisville's jails in just one week. After failures from Mayor Fischer and Metro Council, we are demanding emergency action from elected judges and prosecutors.

Kentucky is suffering a crisis of mass incarceration and family separation. Family visitation must resume now that we have the knowledge to safely navigate the pandemic. Read this personal story from one Kentucky teen.

We're celebrating Giving Tuesday 2021 by supporting partners throughout the state.

KCIW has been without power since August, 26, cutting off air conditioning, clean water, refrigeration, access to counsel, and family visitation. Governor Beshear must act now. Add your name and urge him to take action.