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fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Quality of Life policing gets expanded city-wide | amNewYork

The expansion of quality of life policing teams has been implemented across all precincts, responding to over 41,000 calls and significantly reducing non-emergency response times.
NYC politics
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Coins? Cards? Apps? The hell that is paying for parking in L.A.

Finding parking in the L.A. area has long been a hassle, but paying for parking can be just as odious with various payment options across different cities.
LA real estate
#rats
#homelessness
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

L.A. landlord stops blasting "Baby Shark" tune to drive off homeless following complaints

Playing children's music to deter homeless individuals highlights growing tensions between businesses and the homeless crisis in urban areas.
#new-york-city
fromNew York Post
3 months ago
NYC politics

RV fireball torches NYC diner from 'Goodfellas,' sparking calls for camper crackdown

A fire at the GoodFellas Diner reignited concerns over illegal RVs in NYC's outer boroughs, prompting mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa to call for action.
New York City
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

New York has changed a lot over the years - but is it for the better?

New York City's charm has significantly diminished, with concerns over safety and quality of life overshadowing its vibrant past.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

RV fireball torches NYC diner from 'Goodfellas,' sparking calls for camper crackdown

A fire at the GoodFellas Diner reignited concerns over illegal RVs in NYC's outer boroughs, prompting mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa to call for action.
New York City
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

New York has changed a lot over the years - but is it for the better?

New York City's charm has significantly diminished, with concerns over safety and quality of life overshadowing its vibrant past.
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
Brooklyn

Op-Ed | Q-Teams: Addressing quality of life issues across our city | amNewYork

NYPD's Quality of Life Division addresses city issues, improving public safety feelings as it expands citywide.
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

Let Chi Osse Explain

"... jobs grew 22 percent and people poured into the city. But housing grew only 4 percent, creating a scarcity that caused prices to soar."
NYC politics
fromThe New Yorker
2 months ago

What We Get Wrong About Violent Crime

Ludwig’s work exemplifies Kahneman's theory, as the impulsive actions during the incident highlight the tragic outcomes of System 1 thinking in high-stress situations.
Black Lives Matter
fromMission Local
2 months ago

Day 79 of the 16th St. Plaza crackdown: Stolen bins and unwanted guests at Mission Hiring Hall

Increased police presence has made streets feel safer for local workers.
fromThe Local Germany
3 months ago

Row erupts as Frankfurt plans help centre for crack addicts

Public health officials believe that opening a new help center for crack addicts in Frankfurt's Bahnhofsviertel could significantly help those suffering from addiction.
Germany news
fromMission Local
3 months ago

Day 67 of the 16th St. Plaza crackdown: All quiet on the other plaza

Community dynamics influence the perception of safety and cleanliness in urban areas.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Exclusive | Here are NYC's worst litterers - the generation, gender may not surprise you

"It's depressing," said Anthony, a Queens resident in his 80s who has to clean up other people's litter from his own Whitestone property between two and four times a week. "I pay high taxes and it's sort of disappointing. It gets you upset also to see that nobody does nothing about it."
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
3 months ago

Monday's Headlines: 'We Speak English in America' Edition - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch's approach involves issuing criminal summonses to cyclists, raising concerns about the conduct of officers as seen in troubling video footage.
NYC politics
fromMission Local
3 months ago

Day 57 of the 16th St. crackdown: visible police, citations issued

Around 10:00 a.m., sheriff's deputies patrolling the area on foot surrounded a man being cited for narcotics use, which reflected ongoing law enforcement action against drug-related issues in the neighborhood.
Mission District
fromianVisits
3 months ago

The London Buzz - 6th May 2025

London faces challenges with unlawful short-term rentals and halted housing developments.
fromIndependent
3 months ago

'Dublin's a difficult place to trade, there's a lawlessness around here,' says owner of store looted during riots

Paul Gallagher expressed concern that the current situation in Dublin's north inner city is deteriorating, saying, "Despite an increased Garda presence, lawlessness remains prevalent and people avoid the area."
London politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

European Anti-Tourism Groups Plan June 15 Disruptions

Travelers to Europe, mark your calendars. On June 15, activists across southern Europe will protest against tourism, highlighting its negative impacts such as overtourism.
Barcelona
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
3 months ago

Croydon neighbourhood says anti-social behaviour spills over' into quiet road

Residents of Oval Road feel abandoned as anti-social behavior escalates in their neighborhood, exacerbated by their exclusion from Croydon's Public Space Protection Order, creating a spillover effect.
London politics
NYC parents
fromFox News
4 months ago

Children on playgrounds targeted by drug runners with candy-colored 'trash cans': DEA agent warns

Drug dealers are innovating by using colorful "trash cans" to package drugs, indicating a shift in distribution methods.
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