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'Why are you messing with me for smoking fentanyl?' The tough task of policing MacArthur Park

The LAPD Rampart Division's effectiveness is challenged by lenient policies that allow repeat drug offenders to quickly return to the streets.

After Meeting With Border Czar, NYC Mayor Says He's Exploring Ways to Deport Violent Migrants

NYC Mayor Eric Adams declares the city will no longer be a sanctuary for asylum seekers who commit serious crimes.
#california

California Gov. Newsom signs 10 bills targeting flash mobs, theft, and smash-and-grab robberies

California's new bipartisan legislation targets smash-and-grab robberies and property crimes, promising tougher penalties and measures against repeat offenders.

You'll Never Believe How Much This State Spends on Inmates

Proposition 36 enacts harsher penalties on crimes, raising concerns about increased incarceration and financial burdens on California taxpayers.

Elias: California's pendulum swings back, forth on crime and punishment

California's criminal justice sentiment has shifted back towards tougher policies in response to rising concerns about property crimes.

Newsom signs another retail theft bill amid rising concerns about crime in California

California has strengthened laws to combat organized retail theft with tougher penalties.

California Gov. Newsom signs 10 bills targeting flash mobs, theft, and smash-and-grab robberies

California's new bipartisan legislation targets smash-and-grab robberies and property crimes, promising tougher penalties and measures against repeat offenders.

You'll Never Believe How Much This State Spends on Inmates

Proposition 36 enacts harsher penalties on crimes, raising concerns about increased incarceration and financial burdens on California taxpayers.

Elias: California's pendulum swings back, forth on crime and punishment

California's criminal justice sentiment has shifted back towards tougher policies in response to rising concerns about property crimes.

Newsom signs another retail theft bill amid rising concerns about crime in California

California has strengthened laws to combat organized retail theft with tougher penalties.
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#district-attorney

Can a new Los Angeles district attorney affect the Menendez brothers' case?

Nathan Hochman is projected to become the next Los Angeles County District Attorney, promising a return to a proportional approach to justice.

Interim Alameda County DA hopes to turn page, ensure public safety after recall of Pamela Price

Royl Roberts takes over as Interim DA following Pamela Price's recall, signaling a shift towards tougher crime prosecution in Alameda County.

Can a new Los Angeles district attorney affect the Menendez brothers' case?

Nathan Hochman is projected to become the next Los Angeles County District Attorney, promising a return to a proportional approach to justice.

Interim Alameda County DA hopes to turn page, ensure public safety after recall of Pamela Price

Royl Roberts takes over as Interim DA following Pamela Price's recall, signaling a shift towards tougher crime prosecution in Alameda County.
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#california-politics

Elias: Proposition results show voters less liberal than politicians

California voters are liberal yet moderate, preferring pragmatic solutions to crime and housing over extreme policies.
Tough-on-crime measures succeed while expansion of rent control fails, indicating voters' prioritization of housing supply.

Gavin Newsom reflects on year of arrests made for retail theft, car burglaries a week ahead of election

California's crackdown on retail theft yielded over 3,200 arrests and significant recovery of stolen goods, according to Gov. Newsom.

Latest line: A good week for the California Apartment Association, a bad week for Pamela Price

California landlords score a legislative victory with Prop 34, restricting political spending by opponents against rent control measures in the state.

Column: California voters are fed up with crime and, apparently, inaction by Democrats

California voters overwhelmingly support Proposition 36 to increase punishment for theft and drug offenses despite opposition from Governor Newsom and lawmakers.

Candidatos del Distrito 5 opinan sobre la Proposicion 36 que aumenta las sanciones por delitos

Candidates have mixed opinions on Proposition 36, which aims to counteract issues stemming from Proposition 47.

Elias: Proposition results show voters less liberal than politicians

California voters are liberal yet moderate, preferring pragmatic solutions to crime and housing over extreme policies.
Tough-on-crime measures succeed while expansion of rent control fails, indicating voters' prioritization of housing supply.

Gavin Newsom reflects on year of arrests made for retail theft, car burglaries a week ahead of election

California's crackdown on retail theft yielded over 3,200 arrests and significant recovery of stolen goods, according to Gov. Newsom.

Latest line: A good week for the California Apartment Association, a bad week for Pamela Price

California landlords score a legislative victory with Prop 34, restricting political spending by opponents against rent control measures in the state.

Column: California voters are fed up with crime and, apparently, inaction by Democrats

California voters overwhelmingly support Proposition 36 to increase punishment for theft and drug offenses despite opposition from Governor Newsom and lawmakers.

Candidatos del Distrito 5 opinan sobre la Proposicion 36 que aumenta las sanciones por delitos

Candidates have mixed opinions on Proposition 36, which aims to counteract issues stemming from Proposition 47.
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#alvin-bragg

NYC landlord case shows equal justice is a joke under DA Alvin Bragg

Bragg's policies may compromise public safety by selectively treating certain crimes less severely, as seen in recent indictments and community reactions.

Exclusive | Controversial NYC DA Alvin Bragg favored to win re-election: 'New Yorkers are crazy'

Alvin Bragg is favored for re-election despite criticism over his soft stance on crime, potentially making New York City a national joke.

Exclusive | Soft-on-crime Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg drops $40K on trauma-relief program for 'snowflake' staff

Bragg's new program focuses on his staff's trauma while neglecting crime victims' needs.

NYC landlord case shows equal justice is a joke under DA Alvin Bragg

Bragg's policies may compromise public safety by selectively treating certain crimes less severely, as seen in recent indictments and community reactions.

Exclusive | Controversial NYC DA Alvin Bragg favored to win re-election: 'New Yorkers are crazy'

Alvin Bragg is favored for re-election despite criticism over his soft stance on crime, potentially making New York City a national joke.

Exclusive | Soft-on-crime Manhattan DA Alvin Bragg drops $40K on trauma-relief program for 'snowflake' staff

Bragg's new program focuses on his staff's trauma while neglecting crime victims' needs.
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#elections

The conservative tide reaches the great Democratic bastion of California

Voters in San Francisco rejected progressive leadership, opting for moderate Daniel Lurie, reflecting a shift in California's political landscape.

Sorry, Soros - even Democratic voters rejected soft-on-crime district attorneys

Public sentiment is shifting towards tough-on-crime policies, indicating a rejection of soft-on-crime strategies even among Democratic voters.

The conservative tide reaches the great Democratic bastion of California

Voters in San Francisco rejected progressive leadership, opting for moderate Daniel Lurie, reflecting a shift in California's political landscape.

Sorry, Soros - even Democratic voters rejected soft-on-crime district attorneys

Public sentiment is shifting towards tough-on-crime policies, indicating a rejection of soft-on-crime strategies even among Democratic voters.
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#oakland-politics

Who are the wealthy donors flooding Oakland's election with out-of-town cash?

Increased campaign spending by hedge-fund manager Philip Dreyfuss is shifting Oakland's politics towards moderate, tough-on-crime candidates.

Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao Recalled, and So Is DA Pamela Price, as the Chronicle Is Calling Both Races

Sheng Thao's recall appears inevitable as she trails significantly in votes, reflecting public dissatisfaction with her handling of crime and police issues.

Who are the wealthy donors flooding Oakland's election with out-of-town cash?

Increased campaign spending by hedge-fund manager Philip Dreyfuss is shifting Oakland's politics towards moderate, tough-on-crime candidates.

Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao Recalled, and So Is DA Pamela Price, as the Chronicle Is Calling Both Races

Sheng Thao's recall appears inevitable as she trails significantly in votes, reflecting public dissatisfaction with her handling of crime and police issues.
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California ballot measures: Voters approve tougher criminal penalties, reject rent control

California voters can be selective on ballot measures, even in a Democratic stronghold.
High support for crime-related measures contrasts with rejection of rent control in California elections.

Stick it to Soros: Los Angeles, stop street chaos and vote out woke DA George Gascon

Criminals feel entitled due to systemic changes in the justice system fueled by funding from influential figures like George Soros.
#public-safety

How Survivors Are Working to Stop the Cycle of Violence - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Survivors of violence demand to be heard in political discussions about crime and public safety.

From Clinton to Trump, how talk about crime has changed since a landmark bill

The 1994 Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act is now viewed by many as a significant misstep in federal crime policy.

Oakland City Council incumbents try to fend off challengers in crowded November election

Oakland's November election centers on change, with shifts in City Council and a recall effort igniting debates on public safety and policy direction.

Alameda Co. DA Pamela Price responds after Rep. Swalwell backs recall push against her

Alameda County DA Pamela Price faces recall due to perceived failures in handling crime, igniting political conflict with Congressman Swalwell.

How Survivors Are Working to Stop the Cycle of Violence - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Survivors of violence demand to be heard in political discussions about crime and public safety.

From Clinton to Trump, how talk about crime has changed since a landmark bill

The 1994 Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act is now viewed by many as a significant misstep in federal crime policy.

Oakland City Council incumbents try to fend off challengers in crowded November election

Oakland's November election centers on change, with shifts in City Council and a recall effort igniting debates on public safety and policy direction.

Alameda Co. DA Pamela Price responds after Rep. Swalwell backs recall push against her

Alameda County DA Pamela Price faces recall due to perceived failures in handling crime, igniting political conflict with Congressman Swalwell.
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#kamala-harris

Harris has been called 'soft' and 'tough' on crime. What does her record show?

Kamala Harris's prosecutorial record is complex and controversial, complicating voter perceptions amid the presidential race.

Kamala Harris' support for bail fund that freed violent criminals shows how 'tough on crime' she really is

Kamala Harris's support for bail funds raises questions about her commitment to crime prevention despite her prosecutorial background.

Harris has been called 'soft' and 'tough' on crime. What does her record show?

Kamala Harris's prosecutorial record is complex and controversial, complicating voter perceptions amid the presidential race.

Kamala Harris' support for bail fund that freed violent criminals shows how 'tough on crime' she really is

Kamala Harris's support for bail funds raises questions about her commitment to crime prevention despite her prosecutorial background.
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#prison-reform

In the Netherlands, we're closing our emptying prisons. What can other countries learn from how we did it? | Renate van der Zee

The Netherlands offers insights on diminishing prison populations and the complexities of crime that may benefit other nations.

Prison population reaches record high in England and Wales

Prison population in England and Wales hits record high just before the temporary early release scheme begins.

Lib Dem MP: Short sentences are not tough on crime

Prisons face overcrowding, leading to early releases and renewed debate on crime policy, with a focus on rehabilitation over short sentences.

In the Netherlands, we're closing our emptying prisons. What can other countries learn from how we did it? | Renate van der Zee

The Netherlands offers insights on diminishing prison populations and the complexities of crime that may benefit other nations.

Prison population reaches record high in England and Wales

Prison population in England and Wales hits record high just before the temporary early release scheme begins.

Lib Dem MP: Short sentences are not tough on crime

Prisons face overcrowding, leading to early releases and renewed debate on crime policy, with a focus on rehabilitation over short sentences.
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#donald-trump

Trump Says One Really Violent Day' Would End Property Crime

Trump's rhetoric suggests violent crackdown needed to combat rising property crime.

Trump condemned for suggesting one really violent day' to combat crime

Trump's comments evoke dystopian imagery suggesting violence as a solution to crime, which sparked significant media and social media reactions.

Trump Makes Stunning Call for Police to Use Extraordinarily Rough' Tactics to Stop Crime: You Need One Really Violent Day'

Trump advocates for a day of aggressive law enforcement to combat shoplifting and restore order in cities.
Current legal conditions, according to Trump, embolden theft and create an environment of fear for business owners.

Trump Says One Really Violent Day' Would End Property Crime

Trump's rhetoric suggests violent crackdown needed to combat rising property crime.

Trump condemned for suggesting one really violent day' to combat crime

Trump's comments evoke dystopian imagery suggesting violence as a solution to crime, which sparked significant media and social media reactions.

Trump Makes Stunning Call for Police to Use Extraordinarily Rough' Tactics to Stop Crime: You Need One Really Violent Day'

Trump advocates for a day of aggressive law enforcement to combat shoplifting and restore order in cities.
Current legal conditions, according to Trump, embolden theft and create an environment of fear for business owners.
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George Gascon, LA's woke DA, deserves to lose re-election for enabling rampant crime

George Gascón's lenient policies have led to an increase in crime rates, causing concerns among voters about public safety in Los Angeles.

Some crime victims unaware' of offenders' early prison release in England and Wales

Victims of crime are often unaware when their offenders are released early, complicating their ability to seek protective measures.

Too soft: Carl Heastie faces GOP challenger fed up over crime stands

Stepanie Liggio is running against Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie, criticizing his stance on crime.
Liggio is challenging Heastie's policies, particularly focusing on bail reform as a major issue.
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