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San Francisco
fromsfist.com
2 hours ago

Advocates Worry About Police Overreach Following Mayor Lurie's Tenderloin Scuffle

Heavy police sweeps on Cedar Street following an altercation involving SF Mayor Lurie's security detail raise concerns about enforcement-focused approaches without adequate community support services.
New York City
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 hours ago

Chaos Erupts at Anti-Muslim Protest Near Mamdani's Mansion

Two men were arrested for throwing screw-filled explosive devices at protesters during competing rallies outside Gracie Mansion in New York City on Saturday.
NYC politics
fromHuffPost
5 hours ago

Chaos Erupts At Anti-Islam Rally Outside Zohran Mamdani's Home

Two people were arrested after suspicious devices were found outside NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's residence during an anti-Islam rally led by Jan. 6 insurrectionist Jake Lang.
NYC politics
fromTMZ
6 hours ago

'Suspicious Devices' Found Outside Zohran Mamdani's Residence

Two people were arrested after suspicious devices were discovered outside NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani's residence during an anti-Islam protest, with no injuries reported.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
8 hours ago

San Francisco's Chinatown community on edge after man stabbed in the back

A man was stabbed in the back on a San Francisco Chinatown street corner; the suspect was arrested, and the victim was hospitalized.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
11 hours ago

Arrests made as protesters clash with police during demonstration

Six people were arrested in Bristol after disorder erupted when pro-nationalist protesters clashed with counter-protesters, requiring police to use batons and mounted units to separate the groups.
fromwww.cbc.ca
15 hours ago

Police increase presence after 2 GTA synagogues hit by gunfire overnight | CBC News

Toronto police are investigating the shooting at a synagogue near Bathurst St. and Glencairn Ave. shortly after midnight. Officers discovered bullet holes in the front door of a building, but no injuries were reported, said police on social media.
Canada news
#violent-crime
fromsfist.com
2 days ago
Mission District

Two Stabbed In Dolores Park Altercation Wednesday, Multiple Teens In Custody

Two men were stabbed at Mission Dolores Park Wednesday afternoon; eight suspects were arrested, including six teenagers.
fromHoodline
2 days ago
Boston

Bed-Stuy Cyclist Stabbed Near DeKalb Avenue

A 57-year-old cyclist was stabbed multiple times by an unknown woman in Bedford-Stuyvesant early Thursday morning; the suspect remains at large.
SF parents
fromCalifornia Post
1 day ago

Terrifying moment homeless man seen chasing after mom and daughter before brutally attacking them

A homeless man attacked a mother and daughter in Anaheim, California in broad daylight, threatening sexual assault before being arrested two hours later with help from a bystander.
San Francisco
fromCalifornia Post
1 day ago

Chilling unprovoked stabbing caught on camera in San Francisco's Chinatown

A man was stabbed in the back without provocation in San Francisco's Chinatown in broad daylight, with the suspect arrested near Powell Street.
Mission District
fromsfist.com
2 days ago

Two Stabbed In Dolores Park Altercation Wednesday, Multiple Teens In Custody

Two men were stabbed at Mission Dolores Park Wednesday afternoon; eight suspects were arrested, including six teenagers.
Boston
fromHoodline
2 days ago

Bed-Stuy Cyclist Stabbed Near DeKalb Avenue

A 57-year-old cyclist was stabbed multiple times by an unknown woman in Bedford-Stuyvesant early Thursday morning; the suspect remains at large.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

Preparations underway for SF's 2026 Chinese New Year Parade: Here's a look

San Francisco's Chinese New Year Parade on Saturday will feature 17 floats, 100 groups, and hundreds of thousands of attendees celebrating the year of the horse with enhanced security and significant economic benefits for local businesses.
World news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Mexico's Sheinbaum pledges robust World Cup security in visit to Jalisco

Mexico will deploy 100,000 security personnel during the 2026 FIFA World Cup to ensure safety across host cities Guadalajara, Mexico City, and Monterrey.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 day ago

Driver arrested after allegedly pointing gun at vehicle containing man, his 8- and 10-year-old daughters in Oakland road rage incident

An Oakland driver was arrested after pointing a gun at a vehicle containing a man and two children during a road rage incident; multiple firearms were recovered from his home.
#assault
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago
Upper West Side

Manhattan maniac launches unprovoked attack, sucker-punches two women in one minute: cops | amNewYork

Upper West Side
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Manhattan maniac launches unprovoked attack, sucker-punches two women in one minute: cops | amNewYork

A suspect attacked two women with unprovoked punches on Manhattan's Upper West Side on March 3, and remains at large with police seeking public assistance.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
1 day ago

Man Mugged Outside Barclays Center In Downtown Brooklyn

A 45-year-old man was robbed at knifepoint near Barclays Center, losing $2,300 in jewelry and $150 in cash, and suffered a broken hand during the incident.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

San Francisco Police order deep cuts to overtime budget amid city's historic deficit

San Francisco Police Department implements 22% overtime cut due to historic city budget deficit, raising concerns about crime prevention effectiveness.
fromFOX 5 New York
1 day ago

4-year-old killed in Brooklyn hit-and-run ID'd as NYPD searches for driver

Zachariah Padilla, from Brooklyn, was struck just after 11 a.m. near Linden Boulevard and Rockaway Parkway in East Flatbush, according to police. The child was walking with his mother before he darted into the street. An unidentified driver operating a Ford SUV was traveling northbound on Linden Boulevard when the vehicle hit the child, who was running eastbound on Rockaway Parkway toward Church Avenue.
New York City
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

2 men arrested after allegedly attacking Mayor Lurie's bodyguards, SFPD says

San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie's security team was attacked by two suspects in the Tenderloin neighborhood, resulting in injuries to officers and two arrests.
UK news
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 day ago

Moment drunk driver crashes into bus as he tries to escape police in west London

A drink-driver evaded police and crashed into a London bus while fleeing through residential streets and a shopping center, resulting in disqualification and fines.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 days ago

East Bay judge revokes medical license for woman accused of drowning newborn baby

The AG's office argued in court filings that the murder charge, combined with Onduto's 2025 assault of a patient, were sufficient to establish she posed a threat to the public if allowed to continue at her job.
California
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
2 days ago

Budget cuts devastated an Oakland public safety program. Now neighbors are scraping by

Oakland's elimination of the Neighborhood Services Division devastated nearly 50 volunteer-run neighborhood councils that lost dedicated coordinators and community resource officers, forcing them to operate independently without city support.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Man stabbed while riding bicycle in Brooklyn: cops | amNewYork

A 57-year-old man was stabbed multiple times by a female suspect while riding his bicycle in Brooklyn at 3 a.m., and remains in stable condition at Kings County Hospital.
San Francisco
fromThe Mercury News
2 days ago

San Francisco homicides: Fatal shootings in Potrero Hill, South of Market

San Francisco police reported two fatal shootings within a week, resulting in two deaths and one person with life-threatening injuries.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

San Francisco church vandalized with hate speech as suspect faces felony charges

A San Francisco church was vandalized with antisemitic and homophobic slurs, leading to the arrest of a 51-year-old suspect facing felony hate crime charges and detention pending trial.
Pets
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 days ago

Dog's remains found at scene of Fremont fire

A small fire in a Fremont bicycle lane on Tuesday resulted in the discovery of minimally burned dog remains; the cause of death remains undetermined.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

Hateful attacker spews anti-Jewish comments, pummels man and grabs yarmulke on NYC train: cops

A masked assailant attacked a 54-year-old Jewish man on a Brooklyn train, hurling antisemitic slurs, punching him repeatedly, and stealing his yarmulke before fleeing.
#gun-violence
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

San Francisco Now Averaging One Homicide Per Week In 2026, With Latest on Sixth Street

San Francisco has experienced nine homicides in the first nine weeks of 2026, nearly doubling the pace from 2025 despite that year recording the lowest homicide count since 1954.
Boston
fromHoodline
1 week ago

Bronx Teen Shot on Evergreen Ave in Soundview

A 16-year-old boy was shot in the Bronx on Friday night and is expected to recover, with no arrests made as of Saturday morning.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

San Francisco Now Averaging One Homicide Per Week In 2026, With Latest on Sixth Street

San Francisco has experienced nine homicides in the first nine weeks of 2026, nearly doubling the pace from 2025 despite that year recording the lowest homicide count since 1954.
Boston
fromHoodline
1 week ago

Bronx Teen Shot on Evergreen Ave in Soundview

A 16-year-old boy was shot in the Bronx on Friday night and is expected to recover, with no arrests made as of Saturday morning.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Police name victim of fatal stabbing near primary school in Birmingham

This is a tragic and violent attack which has cost the life of Mr Alshmari, and left a woman injured. We are doing everything we can to establish exactly what happened and why, and the public's response has been fantastic. We've had CCTV, dashcam and mobile footage shared with us, which has been very helpful for the investigation.
UK news
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Residents voice frustrations with snow removal during City Council hearing

Boston's inadequate snow removal after winter storms forced people with disabilities into dangerous situations, prompting calls for improved cleanup strategies and seasonal volunteer programs.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Brooklyn hate crime

An antisemitic attacker assaulted a 54-year-old Jewish man on a Brooklyn subway train, stole his yarmulke, and remains at large.
Pets
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 days ago

Police officer, two others injured in Emeryville dog attack

Three people, including a police officer, were injured in a dog attack at a grocery store in Emeryville on Sunday morning.
Social justice
fromCity Limits
4 days ago

Opinion: New York Cannot Protect Immigrants with Half Measures

Local cooperation with ICE enforcement undermines public safety and community trust, making vulnerable populations avoid essential services like healthcare and law enforcement.
East Bay (California)
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
4 days ago

Person found at busy downtown Berkeley intersection dies, police investigating

A critically injured person found at a downtown Berkeley intersection Friday evening died, with authorities withholding details about the victim's identity and circumstances of the incident.
#autonomous-vehicles
Cars
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

SF emergency director says cops forced to be 'roadside assistance' for Waymos

San Francisco officials demand Waymo improve emergency protocols after autonomous vehicles immobilized during power outages forced police and firefighters to provide roadside assistance.
Cars
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

SF emergency director says cops forced to be 'roadside assistance' for Waymos

San Francisco officials demand Waymo improve emergency protocols after autonomous vehicles immobilized during power outages forced police and firefighters to provide roadside assistance.
NYC LGBT
fromQNS
4 days ago

Creep groped woman on escalator inside Court Square subway station in LIC: NYPD - QNS

A man groped a 37-year-old woman on a subway escalator in Long Island City on March 1, and police are seeking the public's help identifying and locating him.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Armed police called after man stabbed near primary school in Birmingham

We believe this to be a contained incident with a man in custody. We understand how deeply distressing and concerning this incident is and we will have extra officers in the area to offer reassurance to the community.
London politics
#subway-assault
New York City
fromQNS
4 days ago

Two A train riders slashed in Ozone Park after arguing with suspect who remains at large: NYPD - QNS

A man slashed two A train riders near Rockaway Boulevard subway station on March 2, injuring a woman on her back and a man on his finger during an argument.
fromGothamist
1 week ago
NYC politics

Man shoves NYC subway rider onto tracks at Jay St station in Brooklyn, police say

New York City
fromQNS
4 days ago

Two A train riders slashed in Ozone Park after arguing with suspect who remains at large: NYPD - QNS

A man slashed two A train riders near Rockaway Boulevard subway station on March 2, injuring a woman on her back and a man on his finger during an argument.
fromGothamist
1 week ago
NYC politics

Man shoves NYC subway rider onto tracks at Jay St station in Brooklyn, police say

London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Five years since Sarah Everard, what's changed?

Five years after Sarah Everard's murder by a police officer, women in her local area continue altering their daily lives and routes due to persistent fears of male violence, with little meaningful change to public safety.
East Bay (California)
fromsfist.com
5 days ago

Day Around the Bay: Doughnut Shop Bandit Arrested In Oakland

A 20-year-old Oakland man was arrested for armed robberies at six doughnut shops across Oakland and San Leandro between December 30 and January 16, with multiple suspects involved.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

NYC crime: NYPD say the last two months had fewest shootings and murders ever but subway crime rises | amNewYork

New York City recorded historic lows in shootings and murders for January-February 2026, with overall crime down 8%, though subway crime increased 18.5% and February shootings rose compared to 2025.
Snowboarding
fromUnofficial Networks
5 days ago

Michigan Woman Charged with Third OWI After Driving Through Ski Area in Ski Boots

A 58-year-old woman was arrested for operating while intoxicated after driving in ski boots under the influence of marijuana near skiers and children at Alpine Valley Ski Area in Michigan.
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago

Op/Ed: The Cameras We Fear and the Speed We Ignore - Streetsblog California

Both technologies involve cameras mounted on poles designed to read license plates, and at a moment when Americans are rightly more alert to the dangers of unchecked surveillance, it makes sense that people would approach any new camera with skepticism. But similarity at the surface is not sameness in design. These systems are built for different purposes, governed by different statutes, and constrained by different guardrails.
San Francisco
#armed-police-response
London politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Two injured after man spotted with knives sparking police search in Edinburgh

Armed police responded to an incident in Edinburgh where a man with knives injured two people; the situation is contained and not terror-related.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago

Edinburgh area locked down after reports of man with weapons and stabbings

Armed police responded to an incident in Edinburgh's Calder area after reports of a man with a bladed weapon, with possible stabbings and emergency services deployed since before 9am.
London politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Two injured after man spotted with knives sparking police search in Edinburgh

Armed police responded to an incident in Edinburgh where a man with knives injured two people; the situation is contained and not terror-related.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago

Edinburgh area locked down after reports of man with weapons and stabbings

Armed police responded to an incident in Edinburgh's Calder area after reports of a man with a bladed weapon, with possible stabbings and emergency services deployed since before 9am.
San Jose Sharks
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Shark culls brought in after fatal attack cause division and anger in New Caledonia

New Caledonian authorities initiated a shark culling operation after a fatal tiger shark attack, closing beaches and banning water activities, while marine conservationists challenge the policy's legality and effectiveness.
fromSFGATE
6 days ago

83-year-old Calif. theater closed until further notice after sign falls in storm

After closer inspection, engineers determined that parts of the sign's façade material are at risk of further failure due to cracking, corrosion and rain saturation and the extent of instability is still being evaluated. After consulting with the property owner, plans are underway to remove unstable portions of the sign and make repairs while preserving as much of the historic material as possible.
Mission District
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
6 days ago

Three people shot in East Oakland early Sunday morning

Three people were struck by stray bullets during a dispute in East Oakland early Sunday morning, all sustaining stable condition injuries.
Austin
fromAxios
6 days ago

FBI investigating Austin mass shooting as potential terrorism

A shooting incident in Austin left 14 people hospitalized with three in critical condition; authorities are investigating it as a potential terrorism matter.
Miscellaneous
fromConsequence
6 days ago

Shooting at Cincinnati Music Venue Injures Nine People

Nine people were injured in a mass shooting at Cincinnati's Riverfront Live venue during a DJ Fresh birthday celebration early Sunday morning.
New York City
fromHoodline
1 week ago

NYPD 70th Precinct Warns Of Designer-Item Robberies

NYPD warns Brooklyn residents about robberies targeting designer clothing and accessories, recommending practical safety measures to avoid becoming victims.
fromCbsnews
1 week ago

After U.S., Israel strike Iran, NYPD steps up patrols at sensitive locations

The NYPD is closely monitoring events in Iran and the Middle East and coordinating with our federal and international partners. As is our protocol and out of an abundance of caution, we will be enhancing patrols to sensitive locations throughout the city, including diplomatic, cultural, religious, and other relevant sites.
NYC politics
NYC politics
fromFOX 5 New York
1 week ago

Mamdani visits Trump, contends with criticism over NYPD snowball incident | Recap of NYC mayor's appearances

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani managed a major blizzard response, declared travel bans, kept schools open, made key administrative appointments, and promoted early childhood education enrollment.
SF politics
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago

One Man's War on Scofflaw Parking Around Precita Park - Streetsblog San Francisco

A San Francisco resident's repeated parking violation complaints to the city go unenforced, with SFMTA falsely claiming officer responses while creating safety hazards near schools and parks.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Tram derails in central Milan leaving two dead and 40 injured

A tram in Milan crashed after the driver failed to switch tracks at a junction, killing two people and injuring multiple others during the city's fashion week.
US news
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 week ago

Man arrested after hanging onto moving cars in Sacramento

A man was arrested in Sacramento after being filmed clinging to and dragging behind a moving white sedan, then jumping onto another vehicle, with police discovering he had multiple outstanding warrants.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
1 week ago

2 people shot, 1 killed in SF's Potrero Hill neighborhood

A shooting in San Francisco's Potrero Hill killed one person and injured another with life-threatening wounds, prompting authorities to request public avoidance of the area.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

One Dead In Potrero Drive-By Shooting, Two Others Injured

A drive-by shooting in San Francisco's Potrero Hill killed one person and injured two others, marking the city's eighth homicide of the year.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Cupertino state of the city: Mayor paints tough challenges and a resilient city

The state of our city is resilient, disciplined and forward looking. We are not without challenges. But we also have remarkable strengths. Fiscal challenges placed tension between what we want to do and what we can afford to do.
Silicon Valley
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

MBTA police seek woman who allegedly assaulted man on Green Line

MBTA Transit Police seek public assistance identifying a woman who assaulted a 71-year-old man at Prudential station on February 17, punching him and spraying pepper spray.
Bicycling
fromBikeMag
1 week ago

Why California Wants to Stop Calling E-Motos "E-Bikes"

California SB 1167 reclassifies high-powered electric devices as mopeds rather than bicycles, requiring registration, licensing, and driver's licenses to address safety concerns from unlicensed riders on powerful e-motos.
Higher education
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Op-Ed | How education makes New York safer | amNewYork

Education programs in prisons reduce recidivism and increase employment, making them an overlooked but effective public safety solution that provides meaningful second chances.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Group in car attacked in San Francisco by dozens of bicycle riders in violent 'ride out'

One of these random kids decides to grope one of my friend's breasts. She then turns around and throws a drink at him. And another one rolls up on me, spits in my face. Then the first guy that rolled up on me, socks me in the face and they just start destroying my car.
San Francisco
NYC politics
fromFortune
1 week ago

NYPD is on a 4-person manhunt after 'disgraceful' and 'criminal' assault that Mamdani calls 'snowball fight' | Fortune

A post-blizzard snowball fight in Washington Square Park where officers were pelted has sparked disagreement between Mayor Mamdani, who views it as harmless fun, and the NYPD, which calls it criminal assault.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Walnut Creek police shoot person near elementary school

At least one Walnut Creek police officer shot a person early Thursday near an elementary school, authorities said. In a statement, police said the shooting happened in the area of Alvarado Avenue and Buena Vista Avenue, near Buena Vista Elementary School.
East Bay (California)
NYC politics
fromFox News
1 week ago

New York's Mayor Mamdani promised change - now he's gutting the NYPD

New York City's mayor canceled planned hiring of 5,000 police officers to address budget shortfalls, worsening public safety by exacerbating recruitment crises and increasing emergency response times by over 50%.
NYC politics
fromThe Nation
1 week ago

Mamdani Meets a Second Snow Crisis With Enhanced Resolve-and a Little Luck

Mayor Zohran Mamdani improved his crisis management response during a second blizzard, demonstrating learning from initial shortcomings in coordinating city services during weather emergencies.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago

Thursday's Headlines: Beyond Snowballs Edition - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD arrested a driver for a fatal wrong-way crash, while officials contradicted the mayor's livable streets agenda within 24 hours.
fromHoodline
1 week ago

15-Year-Old Arrested After Bee-Line Bus Stabbing Near White Plains

A Tuesday morning Bee-Line bus ride along Route 119 in Greenburgh, near the White Plains border, turned violent when police say a 15-year-old boy stabbed an adult man on board. The victim suffered wounds to his head, chest and one hand and was taken by Greenburgh EMS to Westchester Medical Center, where officials described his injuries as serious but not believed to be life-threatening.
US news
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

Crashes raise concerns about pursuit rules for immigration agents

A fatal crash involving immigration enforcement in Georgia killed a teacher, raising concerns about pursuit policies and public safety risks during immigration enforcement operations.
US news
fromABC7 Chicago
1 week ago

Video shows sinkhole swallowing cars at traffic light in Nebraska

Two vehicles fell into a sinkhole at an Omaha intersection while bystanders quickly rushed to assist the drivers.
fromFortune
1 week ago

'From the videos that I've seen, it looks like a snowball fight': Mamdani under pressure as NYPD pelted in Greenwich Village | Fortune

A video of the fracas shows two uniformed officers pacing a walkway in the park Monday as snowballs fly at them from all directions, hitting the officers and covering them in snow. The officers, growing visibly frustrated, shoved at least two people to the ground as snowballs continued to whizz by.
NYC politics
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Man arrested for entering Manchester mosque allegedly carrying weapon

A man in his 40s was arrested at Manchester Central Mosque after entering with an axe during Ramadan prayers; worshippers evacuated safely with no injuries reported.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Ontario could give TTC special constables the power to arrest drug users on transit | CBC News

Ontario proposes allowing special constables on transit to arrest people using drugs publicly, but constables demand increased force tools while advocates warn of harm to vulnerable populations.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago

Does Citi Bike's Price Increase Promote Reckless Riding In NYC?

Citi Bike's rising per-minute e-bike fees incentivize riders to bike faster and run red lights, creating public safety risks.
Miscellaneous
fromNew York Daily News
1 week ago

MTA bus driver punched in the face in Brooklyn, suspect's picture released

An MTA bus driver was assaulted by a passenger in Brooklyn on February 14, and police are seeking public assistance to identify the suspect.
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Toronto will draw thousands of visitors during World Cup but local residents have concerns | CBC News

Toronto residents near BMO Field raise concerns about FIFA World Cup impacts including traffic, litter, transit changes, and safety while expressing excitement about hosting the international event.
NYC politics
fromNewsday
1 week ago

New York City police investigating after officers were hit with snowballs during a snowball fight

NYPD officers were pelted with snowballs during a Washington Square Park snowball fight, with multiple officers struck in the face and hospitalized in stable condition.
NYC politics
fromwww.cnn.com
1 week ago

Zohran Mamdani and NYC police are at odds after two officers were injured in a snowball fight

New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani's lighthearted response to a snowball fight incident involving injured police officers sparked controversy and accusations of failed leadership from the Police Benevolent Association.
New York City
fromStreetsblog
1 week ago

STATE OF EMERGENCY: Travel Ban Begins at 9 P.M. Sunday - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor declares state of emergency with travel ban, suspended alternate-side parking, vehicle exemptions, warming centers, price-gouging enforcement, and sheltering during heavy snow.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

Mayor Mamdani announces 'full classic snow day' for NYC students after remote learning backlash

Mayor Mamdani learned his lesson from last month's snowstorm and announced Sunday that city public-school students will be given a "full classic snow day" Monday. After receiving backlash over keeping classes open with remote learning during January's deadly devastating storm, Mamdani said the nearly 1 million kids in the New York City school system can finally enjoy a day off - without being forced into any remote learning.
New York City
SF politics
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

Supervisor Mahmood Wants to Establish a Theater Arts District' to Gussy Up Mid-Market

Supervisor Bilal Mahmood proposes creating a Theater Arts District along Market Street between Fifth and Ninth to revitalize Mid-Market through arts, safety, and small business.
fromPortland Mercury
2 weeks ago

Councilor Smith Defends Alarming Statement Following Run-In With City Hall Protesters

The councilor's comments came a day after it was reported that she was drafting an ordinance that would allow councilors to openly carry weapons while at City Hall, as an extra layer of self defense. Portland city codes prohibit the possession of a loaded firearm in public spaces or vehicles, with exceptions for those with a concealed carry permit, law enforcement officers, and others designated in Oregon law.
US politics
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

SF Police Car Crashes Into Bystander Vehicle During Chase, Injuring Driver

There was a crash early Friday morning at the edge of Pacific Heights in which an SFPD vehicle collided with a car while it was chasing down a different vehicle. As ABC 7 reports, the collision happened around 7:30 am at the intersection of Divisadero and Pine streets, following a chase that began in the area of Geary Boulevard and St. Joseph's Avenue, about six blocks away in Anza Vista.
San Francisco
#vehicle-takeovers
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Residents hope federal support against extortion in Peel Region will stop 'exodus' of businesses | CBC News

Federal financial intelligence support and a 'follow the money' approach aim to help Peel Region curb extortion and protect businesses and residents.
US politics
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

New Mass. and Cass recommendations could mark major shift in strategy

Local leaders seek to expand police and case managers and create a specialty court to address public drug use at Mass. and Cass.
US news
fromReadWrite
2 weeks ago

Missouri crackdown on illegal gaming machines statewide

Missouri Attorney General orders immediate removal of slot-style video lottery machines statewide, deeming them illegal and warning of law enforcement action and increased crime risk.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Why Irvine police are sounding the alarm on 'senior assassin,' a popular high school tradition

Playing 'senior assassin' with realistic-looking water guns risks police mistaking toys for firearms, potentially triggering dangerous armed-responder encounters.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

8th person charged in connection with 2025 home invasion near Huntsville, Ont., OPP says | CBC News

An eighth person was arrested and charged in connection with an armed home invasion east of Huntsville; investigators say other suspects may remain at large.
fromwww.foxnews.com
2 weeks ago

Former NYPD chief calls police cuts 'recipe for disaster' as Mamdani threatens tax hikes

Former New York City Police Department (NYPD) Chief John Chell blasted New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani for walking back the planned hiring of 5,000 more police officers amid a city budget shortfall of billions of dollars, calling it a "recipe for disaster." Mamdani's predecessor, Mayor Eric Adams, proposed at the end of his term that the city hire 5,000 more NYPD officers. Upon entering office, Mamdani moved to cancel all orders signed by Adams after his Sept. 26, 2024, indictment,
US politics
#encampments
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago

Attorney General James leads multistate coalition urging senate to reject extremist SAVE America Act

Encampments and trash under the Coney Island Avenue overpass at Exit 8 create safety and quality-of-life concerns; fencing is planned but timeline is unclear.
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