Albany officer abused suspect rights, award set at $65,000

"Bonnani was found to have used excessive force against Lewis, but jurors in U.S. District Court in Utica rejected the charge that the officer conducted a public strip search of him. Bonnani was found to have violated Lewis’ rights due to his race. Lewis is black. "

Man claims investigators violated rights in Mother's death case

"Auchmoody, 61, of Whitestown was charged in November with second-degree manslaughter due to allegations that he let his mother die by neglecting her care. Autopsy results had determined that Edith Auchmoody died from a bacterial bone infection and emaciation due to severe...

Batavia Guard Unit To Hunt For Illegals

New York National Guard sending 150 guardsmen to help with security along the Arizona border.