Bed-Stuy school to be renamed after slain police officer Detective Rafael Ramos * Brooklyn Paper
A Bed-Stuy school will be renamed after Detective Rafael Ramos to honor his legacy and promote community unity.
Ferguson officer critically injured at protest on anniversary of Michael Brown's death
Officer critically injured during Ferguson protests on 10th anniversary of Michael Brown's death, highlighting ongoing tensions in police-community relations.
Arrests Expose Rift Between N.Y.P.D. and Violence Interrupters'
The tension between police and violence interrupters in NYC threatens Mayor Eric Adams's gun violence reduction approach.
Despite differences, both sides aim to curb crime, with the police having arrest powers and interrupters relying on street credibility.
Playing their right hand: Police gift handcrafted domino tables to Brownsville senior center for Black History Month * Brooklyn Paper
Police officers in Brooklyn's PSA 2 created custom domino tables for a senior center in honor of Black History Month.
Community engagement initiatives aim to improve police-community relations and uplift neighborhoods in Brooklyn.
Yonkers Police Connect with Community Over Coffee at Local Starbucks
Community policing efforts like Coffee with a Cop help enhance police-community relations.