Financial Exploitation, Health, Accountability and My Demand for Justice in Wayne County
Dr. Shawanna E. Vaughn calls for a Wayne County investigation while examining financial exploitation, health equity and accountability.
Criminal Justice
Missouri Vlasic Classic 2026: Golf, Advocacy, and the Fight to Bring Jarred Shaw Home
The 2026 Missouri Vlasic Classic returns May 1–3, raising funds for The Forgotten Prisoner and Jarred Shaw, an American athlete imprisoned in Indonesia over cannabis gummies, as industry leaders rally for justice and reform.
Richard DeLisi Turns 77: Five Years Free, Still Fighting for Cannabis Justice
Richard DeLisi marked his 77th birthday and five years of freedom in Brooklyn after serving 32 years for a non-violent cannabis offense. As one of the longest-serving cannabis prisoners in U.S. history, DeLisi continues to advocate for justice as New York’s legal market moves forward.
H.E.L.P. — Holding Endless Lives in Peril: How a Woman Was Sentenced to Die in Prison on Words Alone
Tatiana Elena Antasia Fusari survived years of extreme domestic violence—then was punished for it. Her story exposes how trauma, coercive control, and systemic failure lead to the criminalization of survivors instead of accountability for abuse.
Empathy Over Everything: The Total Harm of Incarcerating Women in Inhuman Conditions
Women in U.S. prisons face systemic harm before, during, and after incarceration—from wrongful convictions to toxic living conditions and medical neglect. This investigation examines the human, public-health, and moral cost of incarcerating women in inhumane environments.
Nick Reiner, Addiction, Recovery, Dopey Podcast Revisiting, and a Tragic Reckoning
Nearly a decade ago, Honeysuckle explored Nick Reiner’s candid reflections on addiction, recovery, creativity, and harm reduction. Today, that story is reframed by tragedy, raising urgent questions about mental health, legacy, and the limits of survival narratives.
Built from hustle, heart, and hard lessons—Jeremy Rivera now runs Queens’ top retail destinations.
A former felon turned retail powerhouse, Jeremy Rivera is the driving force behind Terp Bros—Queens’ top dispensary. Featured in Honeysuckle’s 22nd print edition, his story is one of reinvention, hustle, and community.
40 Tons Brings “Justice Row” to NECANN Boston: Elevating Justice-Impacted Entrepreneurs and Challenging Cannabis Industry Norms
40 Tons brings its transformative Justice Row initiative to NECANN Boston 2025, empowering justice-impacted entrepreneurs by providing a platform for visibility, investment, and partnerships. The event highlights the ongoing fight for equity and second chances in the legal industry.
A Message from NORML’s New Board Chair: Advancing Justice in Cannabis Reform
Joseph Bondy, NORML's new Board Chair, reflects on the connection between racial justice and cannabis reform. Committed to equitable legalization, NORML aims to address the harms of cannabis prohibition and advocate for policies that benefit communities most affected by systemic racism.
Thelonious Searcy: A Fight for Justice Amid Systemic Corruption
Thelonious Searcy, wrongfully convicted in 2004, calls for justice as new evidence reveals misconduct by Wayne County prosecutors and police. With a court date set for October 25, Searcy aims to highlight systemic issues in the Detroit justice system. Stand with him.
Op-Ed: Silent Cry Inc. Calls On President Biden To Repair Harms Done By The War On Drugs
Silent Cry Inc., a human rights nonprofit providing services to communities affected by mass incarceration, is calling on President Biden to take immediate action in repairing the harms done by the War On Drugs.
Matthew Baker Jr. Found Not Guilty: Georgia Man Facing The Death Penalty Is Freed
After seven and a half years in jail awaiting trial, Matthew Baker Jr. is finally free. The 26-year-old Georgia man, who was facing the death penalty, was acquitted on all 30 counts in connection to 2016's "Bonfire Killings" case.
Matthew Baker Jr.: Georgia Man Facing The Death Penalty Finally Goes To Trial After Over 7 Years
Matthew Baker Jr.'s trial in Henry County, Georgia, has begun with witness testimony. Honeysuckle is covering the ongoing trial of Baker, who has repeatedly faced racial bias as a suspect in the "Bonfire Killings" case and waited over seven years for justice.
New Death Penalty Report Raises Tension Ahead Of Matthew Baker Jr. Trial
After seven years of waiting in county jail, Matthew Baker Jr., the only Black suspect in Georgia's "Bonfire Killings" case, is headed to trial and facing the ultimate punishment.
President Biden Announces Expansion Of Cannabis Pardons In Further Federal Criminal Justice Policy Reform
In a move building on last year's policy reforms, President Biden announced today his intention to expand the criteria for cannabis pardons. Individuals convicted of simple possession, attempted possession, and cannabis use on federal land are now eligible for expungement of their charges.
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