#community-safety

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US politics
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

'Fear and uncertainty': Everett officials cancel Hispanic Heritage Month festival amid ICE crackdown

Everett canceled Fiesta Del Rio, a Hispanic Heritage Month festival, because recent ICE raids created fear and made community members feel unsafe.
fromIntelligencer
2 days ago

Mamdani's New Ideas on Crime Show Make His Opponents Look Old

A lot of times for New Yorkers, what is experienced or understood as an example of social disorder is then tasked to the police as if it's their responsibility,
New York Rangers
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

'My husband was killed with a knife but let down by London'

A London man, Raish Ahmed, was fatally stabbed by his neighbour after repeated complaints about the neighbour's aggressive behaviour; authorities faced criticism for insufficient protection.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

As home secretary, Shabana Mahmood will face enormous challenges

Shabana Mahmood became the first Muslim woman in a major British office, combining Blue Labour social conservatism with firm immigration and community-responsibility stances.
#immigration-enforcement
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 week ago

Met Police piloting video screens amid anger over axing of half its front desks in London

London will cut front counters from 37 to 19, keeping only eight open 24/7 and using video screens and reduced hours to manage budget shortfalls.
New York City
fromCbsnews
1 week ago

Gun violence after Brooklyn's West Indian Day Parade overshadowed otherwise festive weekend, organizers say

Heavy police presence at the West Indian Day Parade failed to prevent post-parade gun violence that left seven people shot and two slashed.
LGBT
fromPortland Mercury
2 weeks ago

DA and PPB Refuse to Pursue Man With Warrants

DA and PPB fail to protect transgender and LGBT people as a wanted man terrorizes, kidnaps, and tortures employees despite warrants and restraining orders.
California
fromSan Jose Spotlight
3 weeks ago

Los Gatos plans renovation to resolve pickleball noise dispute - San Jose Spotlight

Los Gatos will spend $90,000 to resurface courts, add sound barriers, cameras and a timed gate to ease pickleball-related noise conflicts after vandalism.
SF politics
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

Tuesday Morning Topline: Residents of the Avenues Had Many Concert Complaints

A senior from San Rafael High School died while hiking in Marin Headlands.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

Criminal investigation launched by ombudsman after man (51) allegedly pushed by garda dies in hospital

A Dublin man died from injuries sustained after an interaction with garda, prompting a criminal investigation.
London politics
fromTime Out London
3 weeks ago

Drivers in two London neighbourhoods will soon be fined for revving engines

Councils in London are introducing fines for loud motor vehicle noises and racing to enhance public safety and reduce noise pollution.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

About $600 worth of deodorant stolen from Los Gatos Safeway

A caller reported a man in her apartment who was uninvited, leading to a trespass investigation at Fairview Plaza.
Public health
#nypd
fromABC News
1 month ago
NYC politics

Officer killed in Midtown Manhattan shooting wrote he 'got inspired' to join force after moving to US

fromABC News
1 month ago
NYC politics

Officer killed in Midtown Manhattan shooting wrote he 'got inspired' to join force after moving to US

fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

Short Sunset Dunes Update - Streetsblog San Francisco

The changes will create two clearly defined zones: a Park Zone on the west side and a Multi-Use Zone on the east side. The Park Zone will be calm, designed for walking, yoga, play, and picnics. Non-motorized bikes will be welcome if ridden by children. The Multi-Use Zone will accommodate cyclists, runners, walkers, and e-bikes. Users will be guided to keep to their right side to create predictable movement. Pedestrians will always have the right of way at crosswalks.
San Francisco
Cannabis
fromQNS
3 weeks ago

Six illegal cannabis storefronts padlocked, hundreds of pounds of illicit marijuana products seized across Queens: DA - QNS

A coordinated crackdown against illegal cannabis storefronts in Queens led to multiple arrests and significant seizures of illegal products.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Quality of Life policing gets expanded city-wide | amNewYork

Quality of life policing teams have expanded across NYC, aiming to address minor offenses and improve community safety.
#gun-violence
fromFox News
3 weeks ago
NYC politics

Fatal Brooklyn lounge shooting reignites NYC mayoral candidate clash over gun violence response

fromFox News
3 weeks ago
NYC politics

Fatal Brooklyn lounge shooting reignites NYC mayoral candidate clash over gun violence response

#brooklyn
California
fromThe Mercury News
3 weeks ago

Saratoga's FireSafe Council gets $185k grant for wildfire resilience projects

San Jose Water awarded a $185,000 grant to the Santa Clara County FireSafe Council for wildfire resilience projects in Los Gatos communities.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 weeks ago

Vandals lob bags of dog poop at L.A.-area LGBTQ youth center, officials say

"There were over 10 bags. That was the second time that we've had to do a full sweep of the awning ... I just worry about, what if it does escalate in the future?" Sanva Lojero, Mi SELA's programs manager.
LGBT
US politics
fromThe Oaklandside
4 weeks ago

Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee rips Trump, says city will stand against threats

Elected officials in Oakland condemned Trump for distorting facts about crime and threatening communities, committing to stand firm against his comments.
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 weeks ago

SFPD interim chief walks Chinatown, meets with merchants who want more police patrols

San Francisco's Chinatown was the center of much anti-Asian violence during the pandemic, leading to residents feeling unsafe walking down the street.
San Francisco
London
fromianVisits
4 weeks ago

The London Buzz - 14th August 2025

Children's camp canceled due to objections about organizer's alleged Iran connections.
#asylum-seekers
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
1 month ago

"My Life Is Not a Political Football": How Community Leaders in DC's Neighborhoods With the Most Crime Are Reacting to Trump's Takeover - Washingtonian

Community leaders in Washington, D.C. criticize President Trump's approach to crime, emphasizing the need for focused solutions rather than political agendas. Lamont Mitchell highlights that neighborhoods deserve safety and thoughtful strategies rather than being pawns in political games.
US politics
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Murder investigation launched into man's death - which police suspect is linked to 'brutal attack' on priest

Police have initiated a murder investigation after discovering a man's body in a housing estate in Downpatrick, with suspicions linking it to an assault on a nearby priest.
Miscellaneous
#infrastructure
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Imagine fire-safe communities where residents can live and evacuate in record time

In 2050, Los Angeles will utilize advanced technology for effective wildfire preparedness and evacuation, emphasizing community action and safety protocols.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Police: 4 year old boy killed, 6 year old girl injured in Burlingame crash

A 19-year-old woman driving a sedan struck two children on a sidewalk in downtown Burlingame, resulting in the death of a four-year-old boy and injuries to a six-year-old girl.
East Bay (California)
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

NYC boy brutally murdered on playground had fallen in with bad crowd, says parents - who hid his shoes to keep him home

Angel Mendoza, a 14-year-old boy, was killed in a violent attack while innocent, marking a tragic instance of being in the wrong place at the wrong time.
New York City
fromsilive
1 month ago

'We have cameras, and still...': Homeowner decries package thefts on Staten Island

A Staten Island resident reported a theft video showing a porch pirate stealing a package from his home.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Walnut Creek Police Chief Jamie Knox to retire at end of 2025

Walnut Creek Police Chief Jamie Knox is retiring after a 30-year career, ending his tenure as chief, which began in 2021.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

DA seeking prison time for Bay Area Home Depot theft ring amid crackdown on retail crime

Sentencing for retail thieves in Santa Clara County will have significant implications for the future of retail crime.
Public health
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

San Mateo police warn of scam targeting seniors at self-service checkout lines

Scammers are targeting senior citizens in San Mateo by distracting them at self-service checkouts to steal money.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

5 soldiers shot at Georgia's Fort Stewart

Five soldiers were shot during an active shooter incident at Fort Stewart, with the shooter apprehended shortly after.
#national-night-out
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
US politics

Harlem's 32nd Precinct National Night Out brings residents, community groups and officers together | amNewYork

National Night Out strengthens police-community relationships through engagement and safety awareness events.
fromThe Oaklandside
1 month ago
East Bay (California)

National Night Out is returning to Oakland

National Night Out in Oakland is on August 5, promoting community safety and connection between neighbors and law enforcement.
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
US politics

Harlem's 32nd Precinct National Night Out brings residents, community groups and officers together | amNewYork

NYC politics
fromNew York Daily News
1 month ago

Zohran Mamdani tells audience of NYPD officers they shouldn't have to handle mental health calls

Mamdani proposes a new Department of Community Safety to address mental health calls, relieving police of additional responsibilities.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

As inmate population declines, Norco prison will close. Will it be a luxury hotel again?

California Rehabilitation Center will close in fall 2026, saving the state $150 million annually.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

1 dog dies, several sickened after visiting Santa Clara dog park, reports say

A popular dog park in Santa Clara has been shut down after multiple reports of dogs falling severely ill, and in at least one case, dying, after visiting.
Pets
#san-jose
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

SF sex crimes investigation leads to 3 a.m. raid in residential neighborhood

Police executed a search warrant in San Francisco related to a sex crimes investigation, resulting in the discovery of firearms and narcotics.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Anti-Sex Work' Barriers on Shotwell Street Not Really Discouraging the Sex Trade There

Residents are dissatisfied with city responses to the street-level sex trade on Shotwell Street despite dropping their lawsuit.
fromGothamist
1 month ago

Senior NYC residents at Elliott-Chelsea Houses receive orders to vacate

Tenants are being offered units in other NYCHA-owned buildings on the complex that aren't tailored specifically for those aged 62 and older. They have 90 days to leave their current apartments. Some said they feared leaving behind the community and safety of a building meant for older New Yorkers.
Chelsea
#violence
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Crime in Dublin city centre: poll reveals 70pc of people do not feel safe

More than half of respondents report increased crime or anti-social behavior by teenagers.
#disaster-preparedness
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Man injured, two homes damaged in Oakley shooting

Gunfire erupted in Oakley on Friday morning, injuring a 40-year-old man and damaging two homes. The incident occurred around 10:30 a.m. on Macadamia Lane.
California
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

71-year-old man in serious condition after being shot multiple times in Pleasanton

A 71-year-old man was shot in Pleasanton, and a 50-year-old suspect was arrested, with investigations ongoing for motive.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Authorities seek to file terrorism and assault charges against suspect in Walmart knife attack

A man in Michigan randomly stabbed 11 Walmart shoppers; his motive remains unclear, and he faces terrorism and assault charges.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Hundreds gather again at Essex asylum hotel in weekend of anti-immigrant protests

Protests against asylum seekers housing escalated, leading to significant police intervention due to community disruption and violence.
Los Angeles
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Mathews: With Trump's threats, Los Angeles should halt 2028 Olympics preparations

Los Angeles should halt preparations for the 2028 Summer Olympics due to safety concerns and federal oversight issues.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

They are still discovering bodies in Altadena 6 months after fire. Are there other victims?

Officials confirmed the presence of human remains in the only uncleared lot on La Venezia Court, where 74-year-old Juan Francisco Espinoza had lived alone with his dogs.
Los Angeles
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Council votes to urge government to shut asylum hotel

A council has voted to urge the government to close a hotel housing asylum seekers following protests leading to 17 arrests.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Man, boy found dead at Montebello apartment complex after alleged hatchet attack

The Montebello Police Department responded to a residence on Lohart Avenue around 2:30 a.m. and found the bodies of a man and a boy at the apartment complex.
Los Angeles
#immigration
UK news
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Gardai launch probe into 'mindless, racist violence' after alleged attack in Dublin

A group assaulted an Indian man in Tallaght, condemned as racist violence, prompting calls for increased police presence.
NYC politics
fromThe New York Sun
1 month ago

Mamdani, Threatening To Dismantle Policing Achievements That Make New York Livable, Pushes a 'Department of Community Safety'

Proposed 'Department of Community Safety' could worsen public safety in New York City.
East Bay real estate
fromThe Oaklandside
1 month ago

Oakland adds bollards at MacArthur Avenue intersection - and sideshows abate

The addition of vertical hard-plastic bollards at a key intersection in Oakland has dramatically reduced sideshow activities.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Drug dealer jailed after texting police by mistake

Jack Johannesen, a 23-year-old drug dealer from Bedfordshire, was sentenced to two years and 10 months after mistakenly texting a police officer about his drug deals.
US politics
Los Angeles
fromFuturism
1 month ago

Dystopian Startup Lets the Wealthy Rent Off Duty Cops on Demand

Patrol app allows users to hire off-duty police officers for home security in affluent neighborhoods.
US politics
fromNextgov.com
1 month ago

Private letter warned cuts to DHS intel office would 'create dangerous intelligence gaps'

U.S. lawmakers urged to maintain staffing at the Department of Homeland Security's Office of Intelligence and Analysis to ensure effective intelligence-sharing.
fromThe Verge
1 month ago

Ring reintroduces video sharing with police

Ring has once again started letting police request footage from users through its partnership with Axon, a move that reverses its previous decision to limit sharing.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Man sought after Windrush exhibit vandalised again

The Metropolitan Police has released an image of a man it wants to trace after a Windrush exhibit was vandalised for the second time in Brixton.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Carnival 'partners with Idris Elba' on knife crime

Matthew Phillip defended the two-day event as "one of the few creative and cultural outlets left for our youth" after it was marred by violence in recent years.
London politics
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

Senate votes to kill entire public broadcasting budget in blow to NPR and PBS

Sen. Maria Cantwell emphasized the critical role of public broadcasting in maintaining emergency alert systems, noting that their resilience enables crucial alerts during disasters.
US politics
#gang-violence
Pets
fromQNS
1 month ago

Astoria dog owners raise the alarm after aggressive pit bull viciously attacks several dogs - QNS

An untethered pit bull injured multiple dogs in Astoria during 2025, leading to serious injuries and veterinary care for the attacked pets.
Public health
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago

Weapon surrender bin designed to fit 'ninja swords' installed in Thamesmead

A new surrender bin for weapons, including ninja swords, has been installed in Thamesmead, supporting safety initiatives against knife crime.
fromScripps News
1 month ago

NYC youth baseball coach confronts ICE: 'I may die here, but they will not take one of these kids'

Wilder recalled, 'We were just practicing, finishing up a practice and I went to shoot some hoops. And next thing I knew, we just see these guys coming in their uniforms.'
US politics
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Brentwood police were aware of large teen gathering, official says

Brentwood Police coordinated staffing in response to a large youth gathering that turned chaotic, leading to arrests and safety concerns.
fromGothamist
1 month ago

As MTA moves ahead with 2nd Avenue subway extension, East Harlem locals brace for change

The $7.7 billion project is scheduled to open in 2032, adding three new stations to the Q line. Two of them will be beneath Second Avenue at East 106th and 116th streets.
East Bay real estate
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

Transgender woman who escaped Alabama for her safety beaten & left for dead near National Mall in D.C.

Cayla Calhoun was attacked and left for dead near the National Mall in D.C. after moving for safety as a transgender person.
fromGameSpot
2 months ago

Epic Cracks Down On Fortnite Cheat Seller And DDoSer

Epic took legal action against two individuals engaging in cheating and cyber attacks against Fortnite creators, resulting in bans and public apologies from both offenders.
Video games
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Could this Hawaii community be the next Lahaina? Some residents fear a similar wildfire fate

Invasive grasses pose serious wildfire risks in Hawaii, prompting residents to seek Firewise status for safety.
San Francisco
fromMission Local
2 months ago

Day 124 at the 16th St. Plaza: East side of Mission St. resists change

Successful efforts maintained a clear west side of Mission Street, but the east side saw a return of issues.
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