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Washington Post
1 day ago
US news

Eric Adams rose to lead New York. Now a corruption scandal could end it all.

Eric Adams faces criminal charges, marking a significant shift in his tenure from crime fighter to corruption scandal amidst plunging popularity. [ more ]
#public-safety
www.amny.com
1 week ago
Brooklyn

Op-Ed | Keeping New York City safe for everyone | amNewYork

New York City has achieved eight straight months of crime reduction, with notable declines in shootings, homicides, and overall public safety. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago
San Francisco

SF unveils more crime-fighting technology, touts 'lowest crime rate in 10 years'

New surveillance technology is significantly reducing crime rates in San Francisco, including a 70% drop in car break-ins. [ more ]
www.amny.com
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Tom Donlon: What we know about the new NYPD commissioner

Mayor Eric Adams appointed Thomas Donlon as interim police commissioner following Caban's resignation amid a corruption investigation.
Donlon aims to maintain crime reduction and uphold integrity during his tenure. [ more ]
Brooklyn Eagle
3 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn sees record low gun violence this summer, marking a historic achievement

Brooklyn reported its safest summer ever regarding gun violence, with significant declines in shootings and shooting homicides compared to previous years. [ more ]
BKReader
3 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn Recorded Low Gun Violence Between June And August

Gun violence in Brooklyn significantly decreased during summer 2023, indicating effective crime reduction strategies and a focus on public safety. [ more ]
Newsday
5 months ago
NYC politics

Mayor Eric Adams plans 1,200 additional NYPD academy recruits; 2,400 rookie cops to hit streets in 2025

Mayor Eric Adams plans to double the size of the 2024 NYPD recruiting class to decrease violent crimes. [ more ]
www.amny.com
1 week ago
Brooklyn

Op-Ed | Keeping New York City safe for everyone | amNewYork

New York City has achieved eight straight months of crime reduction, with notable declines in shootings, homicides, and overall public safety. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago
San Francisco

SF unveils more crime-fighting technology, touts 'lowest crime rate in 10 years'

New surveillance technology is significantly reducing crime rates in San Francisco, including a 70% drop in car break-ins. [ more ]
www.amny.com
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Tom Donlon: What we know about the new NYPD commissioner

Mayor Eric Adams appointed Thomas Donlon as interim police commissioner following Caban's resignation amid a corruption investigation.
Donlon aims to maintain crime reduction and uphold integrity during his tenure. [ more ]
Brooklyn Eagle
3 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn sees record low gun violence this summer, marking a historic achievement

Brooklyn reported its safest summer ever regarding gun violence, with significant declines in shootings and shooting homicides compared to previous years. [ more ]
BKReader
3 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Brooklyn Recorded Low Gun Violence Between June And August

Gun violence in Brooklyn significantly decreased during summer 2023, indicating effective crime reduction strategies and a focus on public safety. [ more ]
Newsday
5 months ago
NYC politics

Mayor Eric Adams plans 1,200 additional NYPD academy recruits; 2,400 rookie cops to hit streets in 2025

Mayor Eric Adams plans to double the size of the 2024 NYPD recruiting class to decrease violent crimes. [ more ]
morepublic-safety
#san-francisco
ABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
SF politics

1 month of San Francisco curfew enforcement on Tenderloin businesses: Is it working?

The late-night curfew in San Francisco's Tenderloin aims to reduce crime and has shown early signs of success. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
SF politics

1 month of San Francisco curfew enforcement on Tenderloin businesses: Is it working?

The late-night curfew in San Francisco's Tenderloin aims to reduce crime and has shown early signs of success. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
6 months ago
San Francisco

SF data shows Mission St. is clean after vending ban, but permitted vendors say they are struggling

Street cleaning requests down 21% overall, 23% in corridor with vending ban
Moratorium helped reduce police calls for burglaries and assaults [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
SF politics

1 month of San Francisco curfew enforcement on Tenderloin businesses: Is it working?

The late-night curfew in San Francisco's Tenderloin aims to reduce crime and has shown early signs of success. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
SF politics

1 month of San Francisco curfew enforcement on Tenderloin businesses: Is it working?

The late-night curfew in San Francisco's Tenderloin aims to reduce crime and has shown early signs of success. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
6 months ago
San Francisco

SF data shows Mission St. is clean after vending ban, but permitted vendors say they are struggling

Street cleaning requests down 21% overall, 23% in corridor with vending ban
Moratorium helped reduce police calls for burglaries and assaults [ more ]
moresan-francisco
sfist.com
1 month ago
San Francisco

Sunday Links: Union Square Car Crash Leaves Four Hospitalized

Urban safety concerns highlighted by a car crash in San Francisco, resulting in injuries but no fatalities. [ more ]
#community-safety
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
San Francisco

Oakland police brass announce homicide arrests, plans to keep lowering crime

Oakland Police Department has made significant arrests in homicide cases, showcasing a 12% reduction in violent crimes and 32% reduction in overall crime. [ more ]
www.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Knife crime and robberies down in Bromley after target on violent crime

Targeted police efforts have led to significant reductions in robbery and knife crime in Bromley. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Bow: Woman jailed after trying to hide handgun and bullets in bedroom

Joy Hyde-Coleman was sentenced to five years for hiding a firearm and ammunition in her home, reflecting ongoing efforts against gun crime. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
San Francisco

Oakland police brass announce homicide arrests, plans to keep lowering crime

Oakland Police Department has made significant arrests in homicide cases, showcasing a 12% reduction in violent crimes and 32% reduction in overall crime. [ more ]
www.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Knife crime and robberies down in Bromley after target on violent crime

Targeted police efforts have led to significant reductions in robbery and knife crime in Bromley. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Bow: Woman jailed after trying to hide handgun and bullets in bedroom

Joy Hyde-Coleman was sentenced to five years for hiding a firearm and ammunition in her home, reflecting ongoing efforts against gun crime. [ more ]
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#mental-health
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Labour to establish specialist unit dedicated to preventing crime among young people

A new unit is established to prevent youth violence and support at-risk teenagers through dedicated programs and improved mental health services. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
NYC politics

The only way to end Midtown chaos is to forcibly take the mentally ill off the streets

Crime has decreased in Times Square, but untreated mental illnesses and substance abuse issues remain challenging, requiring legislative solutions and a collaborative approach. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Labour to establish specialist unit dedicated to preventing crime among young people

A new unit is established to prevent youth violence and support at-risk teenagers through dedicated programs and improved mental health services. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
NYC politics

The only way to end Midtown chaos is to forcibly take the mentally ill off the streets

Crime has decreased in Times Square, but untreated mental illnesses and substance abuse issues remain challenging, requiring legislative solutions and a collaborative approach. [ more ]
moremental-health
Boston.com
4 months ago
Boston

Here's how Mayor Wu is planning to combat summer violence in Boston

Investing in youth programs, repeat offenders, and community engagement for improved safety. Decreased homicides and shootings this year in Boston. [ more ]
www.amny.com
4 months ago
NYC politics

Op-ed | Making progress on subway crime and safety | amNewYork

MTA is focusing on improving safety in subways by reducing major crimes and addressing the mental health crisis.
SCOUT program pairs clinicians with police officers to assist troubled individuals in the subways, leading to positive outcomes. [ more ]
#community-policing
PortlandTribune.com
4 months ago
Bicycling

Portland police increasing downtown bike patrols

Portland Police Bureau is expanding Central Bike Squad in downtown Portland. [ more ]
The Mercury News
8 months ago
East Bay (California)

Richmond just reported its lowest homicide rate in decades. Is it sustainable, or just a fluke?

Richmond recorded its fewest homicides in 2023 since officials began keeping track in 1971.
The success in reducing homicides has been attributed to the experimental community policing model established in 2007. [ more ]
PortlandTribune.com
4 months ago
Bicycling

Portland police increasing downtown bike patrols

Portland Police Bureau is expanding Central Bike Squad in downtown Portland. [ more ]
The Mercury News
8 months ago
East Bay (California)

Richmond just reported its lowest homicide rate in decades. Is it sustainable, or just a fluke?

Richmond recorded its fewest homicides in 2023 since officials began keeping track in 1971.
The success in reducing homicides has been attributed to the experimental community policing model established in 2007. [ more ]
morecommunity-policing
Los Angeles Times
4 months ago
California

The CHP was sent into this California city to crack down on crime. Here is what happened

Authorities in Bakersfield collaborated with the California Highway Patrol to combat crime by making numerous arrests, recovering stolen vehicles, and seizing firearms. [ more ]
#law-enforcement
The Mercury News
5 months ago
California

Arrests, car recoveries and gun seizures rise in Oakland after state law-enforcement surge

Undercover sting operations in Oakland resulted in 181 arrests, recovery of 30+ guns and 414 stolen vehicles.
California Highway Patrol surge focused on auto theft, violent crime, and installing high-tech cameras for crime identification. [ more ]
Saratogian
3 months ago
NYC politics

Hochul announces 28% decline in shootings; awards nearly $36M to local law enforcement

Gov. Kathy Hochul awarded $36 million to local law enforcement agencies to combat gun violence, resulting in a 28% decrease in shooting incidents with injury. [ more ]
The Mercury News
5 months ago
California

Arrests, car recoveries and gun seizures rise in Oakland after state law-enforcement surge

Undercover sting operations in Oakland resulted in 181 arrests, recovery of 30+ guns and 414 stolen vehicles.
California Highway Patrol surge focused on auto theft, violent crime, and installing high-tech cameras for crime identification. [ more ]
Saratogian
3 months ago
NYC politics

Hochul announces 28% decline in shootings; awards nearly $36M to local law enforcement

Gov. Kathy Hochul awarded $36 million to local law enforcement agencies to combat gun violence, resulting in a 28% decrease in shooting incidents with injury. [ more ]
morelaw-enforcement
Route Fifty
7 months ago
Social justice

Philly mayor might consider these lessons from NYC before expanding stop-and-frisk

Expansion of stop-and-frisk policies in Philadelphia debated post police killing.
Historical tough-on-crime approaches may not effectively reduce crime, according to data. [ more ]
#subway-crime
New York Post
2 months ago
NYC politics

Cheer the city's progress in fighting subway crime - but will it last?

Surging more cops into subways has reduced crime, but challenges remain for long-term sustainability. [ more ]
www.amny.com
3 months ago
Brooklyn

Subway crime: NYPD touts huge turnaround nearly six months after major crime spike underground | amNewYork

Subway crime dropped 6% in 2024 due to increased police presence and focus on fare evasion. [ more ]
New York Post
2 months ago
NYC politics

Cheer the city's progress in fighting subway crime - but will it last?

Surging more cops into subways has reduced crime, but challenges remain for long-term sustainability. [ more ]
www.amny.com
3 months ago
Brooklyn

Subway crime: NYPD touts huge turnaround nearly six months after major crime spike underground | amNewYork

Subway crime dropped 6% in 2024 due to increased police presence and focus on fare evasion. [ more ]
moresubway-crime
www.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
California

Veteran Alameda County prosecutor appointed to serve as judge in Contra Costa County

Michael Nieto, an Alameda County prosecutor, was appointed as a Contra Costa Superior Court judge by Gov. Newsom, emphasizing efforts to reduce crime levels in the East Bay. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago
Left-wing politics

FBI's latest data shows 'historic' drop in crime, Attorney General Merrick Garland says

Violent crime and murder rates in the US decreased significantly in the first quarter of 2024, showcasing a continued downward trend. [ more ]
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