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4 days ago

'A disservice to history': Pols push back against proposed closure of Harbor Defense Museum at Fort Hamilton * Brooklyn Paper

Proposed closure of the Harbor Defense Museum at Fort Hamilton raises significant concern among officials and residents due to its historical importance.
Social justice
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

On the brink of a clean sweep: Deaf Community basketball team dominates NYPD on the court | amNewYork

The Deaf Community Basketball team leads the NYPD 4-0 in a citywide tournament, strengthening ties between the police and the deaf community.
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Trump's D.C. crackdown is 'very problematic,' says former Capitol Police officer

President Trump's takeover of the MPD is problematic and may harm police-community relationships.
fromNews 12 - Default
2 weeks ago

Ocean Hill residents celebrate National Night Out, highlighting NYPD partnership

Ocean Hill residents celebrated National Night Out, emphasizing a positive partnership with the NYPD that has contributed to a drop in crime.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
2 weeks ago

East San Jose school district scrambles to hire interim superintendent - San Jose Spotlight

Alum Rock Union School District appointed Sandra Garcia as interim superintendent after firing two superintendents within a year.
#police-oversight
fromEater Chicago
1 month ago

S.K.Y. 2.0 Set to Open This Weekend In Lincoln Park

S.K.Y. will welcome diners starting July 19, 2023, after relocating to Lincoln Park from Pilsen, where it operated for eight years.
Chicago
fromwww.timesheraldonline.com
1 month ago

Vallejo official's X account had racially charged posts

Vallejo's new assistant city manager, Nalungo Conley, had her racially charged social media account removed following inquiries.
fromEntrepreneur
1 month ago

Franchise Success Starts at The Local Level - Here's Why | Entrepreneur

The most effective franchisees don't just want to grow a business, they want to serve their community. They sponsor youth sports teams and remember personal details about their clients.
France news
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

DHS intelligence office halts staff cuts after stakeholder backlash

DHS has paused plans to terminate most employees at the Office of Intelligence and Analysis due to pushback from law enforcement and community groups.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Outrage as 1,500 sign petition to block north-west London council's plan to twin with Palestinian city

Brent Council's decision to twin with Nablus has sparked controversy, with claims of it being sectarian and divisive.
fromMission Local
1 month ago

Mission District loses its police captain. Again.

Liza Johansen is no longer the Mission Station police captain after only 10 months in the role.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Civility May Be a Bridge Too Far for an Angry Society

According to Feinberg, 2023, in Social, Psychological, and Personality Science: "Incivility is both attention-grabbing and morally distasteful, and in line with work showing the primacy of morality, the negative influence moral disapproval has on interest, outweighs any positive influence gained by being attention-grabbing."
Social justice
fromKqed
2 months ago

California Bill Would Prohibit ICE Officers From Wearing Masks in the State | KQED

ICE requested face-blurring for officers, sparking hypocrisy accusations as they mask themselves, revealing transparency issues in law enforcement.
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

'I violate every policy': Police LGBTQ+ liaison officer in Kentucky under fire amid civil rights lawsuits

Officer Ullrich's role as LGBTQ+ liaison is jeopardized by multiple lawsuits alleging civil rights violations.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

After 2020, Report Urged Caution in Deploying National Guard in L.A.

The deployment of the National Guard in Los Angeles during protests highlighted the challenges of managing public safety and maintaining community relations.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 months ago

Borough President Spars With City Officials Over Brooklyn Marine Terminal

Brooklyn Borough President Reynoso criticized EDC officials for pressuring task force members about the Brooklyn Marine Terminal redevelopment plan.
fromConsequence
2 months ago

Police Dispute That Jonathan Joss Was Victim of Hate Crime

In a statement released Tuesday, the San Antonio Police Department said it has 'found no evidence to indicate that Mr. Joss's murder was related to his sexual orientation.'
SF LGBT
fromSlate Magazine
2 months ago

Our Neighbors Called the Cops on My 5-Year-Old. Twice! The Reason Why Might Send Us Packing.

Parents must teach children to respect others' property and boundaries in the neighborhood.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

'Living in misery': Doctor pleads with authorities to address rooftop homeless encampment

Homeless encampments on rooftops led to extensive property damage for Dr. Soliman.
#cannabis-decriminalization
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago
London politics

Tracking low-level cannabis use wastes police time, former London chief says

Resource allocation in policing should focus on serious crime, not minor cannabis possession.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London politics

Case for legalising some cannabis possession compelling', Sadiq Khan says after London policing review

Sadiq Khan advocates for cannabis decriminalization due to its negative impact on police-community relations.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Case for legalising some cannabis possession compelling', Sadiq Khan says after London policing review

Sadiq Khan advocates for cannabis decriminalization due to its negative impact on police-community relations.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Proposed investigation into Richmond's police review body thwarted

Oversight, to be meaningful, must be both independent and trustworthy, Bana said. If these concerns are unfounded, then an independent investigation will validate the commission and restore confidence.
NYC politics
fromABC7 Chicago
3 months ago

White Sox to revive Paul Konerko's retired Number 14 for 'Pope Leo' jersey

It's been amazing to see a global leader and fellow Chicagoan become a White Sox fan.
Chicago White Sox
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Harrowing video shows NY town official open fire on DoorDash driver who stopped to ask for directions

A New York town official shot a delivery driver seeking directions, raising significant concerns about public safety and the use of firearms.
fromwww.amny.com
3 months ago

A police cadet stabbed in Queens achieves dream of becoming NYPD officertwo years later: I never saw myself as being a hero' | amNewYork

Elcock's aspirations to deepen community relations with the NYPD stem from his childhood values and his family's immigrant journey, emphasizing the importance of connection and understanding.
NYC politics
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Exclusive | Women make up 3% of this famed NYC job: Meet the rare breed of city 'doorwomen'

Women are entering the traditionally male-dominated doorman role in New York City, but still represent only 3% of the workforce.
SF parents
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 months ago

Santa Clara County uses of force drop, hospital visits rise - San Jose Spotlight

Santa Clara County saw a decrease in use of force incidents but an increase in hospitalizations related to those incidents.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Trump Starts Talking About Harlem' When Stephen A. Smith Asks About Harvard': I Got a Very High Black Vote'

Trump's criticism of Harvard stems from allegations of anti-Semitism and disagreements over academic freedom.
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
3 months ago

Investigation to reopen into police officer acquitted of murdering Chris Kaba

The IOPC has directed a misconduct hearing for officer Martyn Blake despite his acquittal for the fatal shooting of Mr. Kaba.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

How Trump's war on DEI is roiling US police: it doesn't mean work will stop'

Colleen Jackson's role as the first DEI officer in Shaker Heights demonstrates the critical push for representative police reform and community engagement post-George Floyd's murder.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

NYC precinct council prez Robert Josman resigns after fury over removing Israeli hostage posters

A community council president resigned after removing Israeli hostage posters, drawing accusations of antisemitism.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
4 months ago

Berkeley council turns down police watchdog's request for reforms, but condemns misconduct

City Council rejected Police Accountability Board's reform proposals, citing lack of workable format.
Police Chief asserts commitment to education and empathy, discouraging the need for proposed reforms.
fromwww.amny.com
4 months ago

Op-Ed | Improving quality of life as we make New York City the best place to raise a family | amNewYork

Mayor Adams announces the new NYPD Quality of Life Division to address local issues impacting New Yorkers' safety and well-being.
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