A Masterclass in Institutional Impunity: The Unstoppable Rise of Joel Case
Investigative Op/Ed By Autumn Smith FAFO Justice In the world of law enforcement, the “Blue Wall of Silence” is often whispered about as a barrier to justice. But in Battle…
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Investigative Op/Ed By Autumn Smith FAFO Justice In the world of law enforcement, the “Blue Wall of Silence” is often whispered about as a barrier to justice. But in Battle…
FAFO Justice Op/Ed By: Autumn Smith When “Everyone Knows” Corruption Exists—Until Evidence Appears There is a pattern that repeats itself in nearly every community when police corruption is discussed. First,…
By Autumn Smith You Wanted Proof Cops Are Talking Here’s Your Proof “To all of the disbelievers and supporters of the BAD COPS of Battle Creek PD, just remember what…
Op/Ed By: Autumn Smith | FAFO Editorial Staff The Battle Creek Police Department wants you to believe their new online reporting system is about convenience. It’s not. It’s about survival.…
By: FAFO Editorial Staff:Preferred Pronouns Told/You/So They say a picture is worth a thousand words, but in the case of Battle Creek’s own Kris Douponce a shirtless selfie is worth…
By FAFO Editorial Staff | Op/Ed The authorities are always quick to remind the public: “See Something, Say Something.” It’s a motto they want us to live by—but apparently, it…
BREAKING NEWS By FAFO Justice Autumn Smith In a significant development, the City of Battle Creek has directly turned to independent media platform FAFO Justice to help reach victims connected…
By FAFO Justice Editorial Staff March 30, 2026 Calhoun County officials are facing mounting pressure after a series of direct communications from a local independent journalist raised serious questions about…
This Did Not Happen Overnight… Ten years ago, I was acquitted after what can only be described as a retaliatory second trial. I was charged with disturbing the peace at…
Newly reviewed court records add another layer of concern surrounding Kris Douponce. Documents obtained by FAFO Justice show that Douponce is currently behind on court-ordered child support payments for the…