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Trump's Incoming Border Czar Tom Homan Promises Shock and Awe' on Day One

Tom Homan promises immediate and impactful border enforcement on day one of Trump's presidency, focusing on mass deportation and reducing crime.
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Estate can be 'model' for others after crime crackdown

Hackney's Gilpin Square cleanup project successfully reduced crime and revitalized the area, potentially serving as a model for other communities.

Op-Ed | Fighting for safer, cleaner streets | amNewYork

New York City has seen significant reductions in crime rates, including homicides, grand larceny auto, shootings, and burglaries.

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.

Estate can be 'model' for others after crime crackdown

Hackney's Gilpin Square cleanup project successfully reduced crime and revitalized the area, potentially serving as a model for other communities.

Op-Ed | Fighting for safer, cleaner streets | amNewYork

New York City has seen significant reductions in crime rates, including homicides, grand larceny auto, shootings, and burglaries.

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.
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Gov. Newsom orders CHP enforcement in Oakland to be extended

Governor Newsom extends CHP's crime enforcement operation in Oakland due to its successes in reducing crime through 2023.

Sheng Thao Touts Drop In Oakland Crime and $2 Million Crime-Fighting Grant, as Recall Election Looms

Mayor Thao faces a recall election despite claiming a 33% reduction in crime and support from a new $2 million federal grant.

Humpday Headlines: Exotic Bird Recovered After East Bay Theft

Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao faces significant challenges amid recall attempts, yet credits her administration's strategies for reduced crime rates.

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.

Gov. Newsom orders CHP enforcement in Oakland to be extended

Governor Newsom extends CHP's crime enforcement operation in Oakland due to its successes in reducing crime through 2023.

Sheng Thao Touts Drop In Oakland Crime and $2 Million Crime-Fighting Grant, as Recall Election Looms

Mayor Thao faces a recall election despite claiming a 33% reduction in crime and support from a new $2 million federal grant.

Humpday Headlines: Exotic Bird Recovered After East Bay Theft

Oakland Mayor Sheng Thao faces significant challenges amid recall attempts, yet credits her administration's strategies for reduced crime rates.

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.
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#public-safety

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.

Op-Ed | Nine straight months of crime reduction | amNewYork

New York City has achieved nine months of consecutive crime reduction through proactive measures and community-focused initiatives.

NYC crime: NYPD reports another drop in major felonies in September, though shootings spiked | amNewYork

Major NYC crime has dropped for the ninth consecutive month due to the NYPD's focus on gun crime.

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.

Transit Crime Down 7.8% Compared to 2023

Crime in NYC subways has decreased significantly over the past year, with efforts focused on increasing safety through additional police presence and cracking down on fare evasion.

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.

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.

Op-Ed | Nine straight months of crime reduction | amNewYork

New York City has achieved nine months of consecutive crime reduction through proactive measures and community-focused initiatives.

NYC crime: NYPD reports another drop in major felonies in September, though shootings spiked | amNewYork

Major NYC crime has dropped for the ninth consecutive month due to the NYPD's focus on gun crime.

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.

Transit Crime Down 7.8% Compared to 2023

Crime in NYC subways has decreased significantly over the past year, with efforts focused on increasing safety through additional police presence and cracking down on fare evasion.

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.
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As City Unveils Results of Controversial Subway Gun Scanner Pilot, What Do New Yorkers Think?

The NYPD's gun detector pilot program yielded high false positives with no firearms detected, questioning its effectiveness for subway safety.

NYPD names Joseph Gulotta new chief of Transit Bureau | amNewYork

Joseph Gulotta has been appointed as NYPD's new Chief of Transit, aiming to sustain declining crime rates in the subway system.

As City Unveils Results of Controversial Subway Gun Scanner Pilot, What Do New Yorkers Think?

The NYPD's gun detector pilot program yielded high false positives with no firearms detected, questioning its effectiveness for subway safety.

NYPD names Joseph Gulotta new chief of Transit Bureau | amNewYork

Joseph Gulotta has been appointed as NYPD's new Chief of Transit, aiming to sustain declining crime rates in the subway system.
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The dangerous motorcycle stunts that Nicolas Maduro has turned into a national sport

El Valle has transformed from a crime-ridden area to a community where motorcycle stunts are now recognized as a national sport.
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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.

EXCLUSIVE: Flashy classic car involved in dramatic hit and run near famous SF tourist destination

A hit-and-run incident involving a classic car has sparked community action in San Francisco's tourist-heavy Russian Hill neighborhood.

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

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.

EXCLUSIVE: Flashy classic car involved in dramatic hit and run near famous SF tourist destination

A hit-and-run incident involving a classic car has sparked community action in San Francisco's tourist-heavy Russian Hill neighborhood.

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
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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.

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.
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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.
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#mental-health

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.

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.

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.

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.
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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.
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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.

Portland police increasing downtown bike patrols

Portland Police Bureau is expanding Central Bike Squad in downtown Portland.

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.

Portland police increasing downtown bike patrols

Portland Police Bureau is expanding Central Bike Squad in downtown Portland.
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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.

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.
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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.

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.

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.

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.
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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.

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.

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.
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