“The Ride” by Cynthia Hunt

Josh Wander’s lawyers sought a hearing over a Semafor leak they say preceded the official investigation. The article examines SDNY’s declarations and Judge J. Paul Oetken’s refusal to probe the source.

The story examines how Semafor reported a DOJ investigation into Joshua Wander and 777 Partners after learning prosecutor Nicolas Roos's name, despite filings saying the case opened later. It also details DOJ denials and a judge's privilege ruling.

Jerry Sandusky was given 15 days in solitary confinement at SCI Laurel Highlands as his lawyers withdrew a state recantation claim to pursue federal court. He denies the misconduct behind the discipline.

The article argues Niagara Falls can revive its industrial legacy by keeping some locally generated hydropower for a privately financed data center, despite Gov. Kathy Hochul's statewide moratorium.