Investigative Journalism | Exposing What Lies Beneath
Tina Medina was arrested for allegedly kidnapping her 10-year-old child, defying a California custody ruling that granted the father sole custody. The U.S. Marshals safely recovered the child after a multi-state manhunt. This case emphasizes the importance of respecting court orders and highlights the serious consequences of violating custody laws.
Michael Phillips shares the story of Taran Nolan, a quadriplegic mother and trauma survivor facing systemic injustice in family court. Denied accommodations and labeled unstable for her emotional expressions, Taran’s struggle highlights a broader issue where disabled and traumatized parents are stripped of their rights, treated as problems rather than individuals deserving support.
I Haven’t Met Taran Nolan. But I Know Injustice When I See It. Read MoreSherri Papini, previously known for her faked abduction, is now embroiled in a custody battle for her children, facing skepticism about her intentions and mental health. As family court becomes a battleground for narratives over well-being, the focus shifts to the potential harm to her children amid systemic dysfunction and conflicting interests.
“Caught in the Lie—Again?” The Strange Redemption Arc of Sherri Papini and the Children Caught in the Crossfire Read MoreRapper DDG is engaged in a custody battle for his son Halo with singer Halle Bailey, highlighting systemic biases in family courts that often favor mothers. Despite raising concerns about Bailey’s mental health, the court granted her temporary custody, sidelining fathers. This case symbolizes a larger issue of parental inequality affecting dads nationwide.
Fathers Fight for Fairness: DDG Custody Case Shows How Family Courts Still Marginalize Dads—Even Famous Ones Read MoreRecent tensions between Kanye and Kim over co-parenting their children have escalated amidst claims of violated custody agreements. Kanye’s concerns about Kim’s choices for North, including her involvement in a song, clash with Kim’s protective measures. Both parties are preparing for potential legal action, highlighting broader implications for custody disputes in the digital age.
Kanye West vs. Kim Kardashian: Custody Clash Heats Up Read More
Mr. Wiggles attended a protest in LA, misunderstanding a dark web ad that instructed him to “act like a riot.” Instead of inciting unrest, he diffused tension with humor and balloon animals, even feeding ICE agents and the National Guard. His actions sparked mixed reactions, prompting a discussion on protest dynamics.
BREAKING: Mr. Wiggles Shows Up to LA Protest Thinking He Was Hired to “Act Like a Riot,” Ends Up Feeding ICE and National Guard Instead Read MoreThe family court system exhibits a double standard in enforcing parenting rights, where noncompliance with child support is strictly penalized, while visitation violations often go unaddressed. Bruce Eden’s strategy advocates using criminal contempt laws to enforce visitation rights, aiming to highlight and challenge this imbalance while advocating for legislative reforms.
When Parenting Time Becomes Optional: How Criminal Contempt Laws Can Be Used to Hold Custody Violators Accountable Read MoreI filed the records requests. I followed the law. And now I’m being stonewalled by the very agencies entrusted with the protection of children and the public’s trust. What happened …
Stonewalled: How Law Enforcement and School Officials Are Trying to Bury What Happened on May 1 in San Marcos Read MoreOn May 1, 2025, officials from various agencies attempted to remove Giselle Smiel’s children from school without legal authorization or notification. Despite no court order and no emergencies declared, this incident highlights serious violations of parental rights and due process. An investigation has been launched to uncover the circumstances behind this alarming event.
Two Schools. Two Kids. No Court Order. Why I’m Investigating a Disturbing Attempted Child Removal in San Marcos. Read MoreOn May 8, 2025, a California court ruled in favor of Trish Miroth against Trinity County Child Protective Services, challenging unlawful child removal. The court rejected the County’s motion to dismiss based on the Rooker-Feldman doctrine, affirming federal jurisdiction in civil rights cases. This landmark decision empowers families against CPS overreach.
Miroth v. Trinity County: A Landmark Win for Families Fighting CPS Injustice Read More