In 1991, a 23-year-old man was convicted of killing a police officer in Georgia and sentenced to death. For the past 18 years efforts have mounted to exonerate Troy Davis as evidence has come to light that all but proves his innocence. On May 19th, a "a global day of action" inspired protests around the country and raised awareness about his cause.

Amnesty International reports that seven of the nine witnesses have recanted or changed their statements, and jurors on the case have also expressed concern about the fairness behind the verdict.

On June 29th, the United States Supreme Court postponed any further action until September, when the Court will return from summer vacation.

That leaves two months to produce enough evidence to free Davis, and while he will never regain the 18 years he's spent on death row, at least he'll still be alive.