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fromMission Local
5 hours ago
Mission District

Day 74 of the 16th St. Plaza crackdown: 'Es un cagadero todas las noches' (It's a shitshow every night)

NYC real estate
fromMission Local
1 week ago

Owners of 16th and Mission's controversial Kailash Hotel say they want city to take it over

The Kailash Hotel's owners are considering selling or leasing to the city amid ongoing neighborhood concerns about crime and safety.
San Francisco
fromMission Local
2 weeks ago

Day 59 of 16th Street Crackdown: Familiar Faces, Few Changes

Joseph Ferraro reflects on the enduring familiarity of San Francisco's Mission district amid changes and policing efforts.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago

SF neighbors on one Mission District street are fed up after influx of drug users, unhoused people

San Francisco leaders acknowledge challenges in addressing drug use and homelessness despite recent cleanup efforts.
Mission District
fromMission Local
5 hours ago

Day 74 of the 16th St. Plaza crackdown: 'Es un cagadero todas las noches' (It's a shitshow every night)

Residents remain skeptical about the efficacy of new city initiatives for cleaning and safety in the Mission district.
SF parents
fromMission Local
1 day ago

Fourth suspicious fire of the month melts Outer Richmond park playground

Multiple playground fires in Outer Richmond raise concerns of possible arson.
Mission District
fromMission Local
1 week ago

Day 66 of the 16th Street Plaza crackdown: An attempt at shelter on 15th Street

Homeless outreach faces challenges due to safety concerns and neighborhood drug use.
Community safety and support for the homeless need to be balanced.
SF parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 hours ago

Father, child safely rescued from Oakland apartment fire

Firefighters rescued a father and toddler from a fire in Oakland, with no injuries reported despite the significant damage to the apartment complex.
NYC politics
fromBrownstoner
12 hours ago

Secret Service Targets Card Skimmers at Bushwick Stores

The Secret Service, with the NYPD and USDA, is combating EBT fraud targeting vulnerable populations through Operation Flagship.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
16 hours ago

Woman dies in fire at retirement flats in Bromley

Emergency services were dispatched to the retirement block at 4:22 AM, facing a fully engulfed first-floor flat. By 5:54 AM, the fire was under control, but tragically, a woman was lost.
London politics
#law-enforcement
Bicycling
fromBikemag
1 week ago

Ari Recovers 288 Bikes Stolen in Shipping Scam

Ari Bikes has mostly recovered its stolen bikes, thanks to collaborative efforts with law enforcement.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

5 Mass. men arrested in nationwide operation to crack down on child sex abuse, prosecutors say

Over 200 individuals arrested in a DOJ operation targeting child sexual abuse, including five from Massachusetts.
Bicycling
fromBikemag
1 week ago

Ari Recovers 288 Bikes Stolen in Shipping Scam

Ari Bikes has mostly recovered its stolen bikes, thanks to collaborative efforts with law enforcement.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

5 Mass. men arrested in nationwide operation to crack down on child sex abuse, prosecutors say

Over 200 individuals arrested in a DOJ operation targeting child sexual abuse, including five from Massachusetts.
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

Surveillance footage helps ignite potential arson investigation following 2 San Jose fires

"For me, it's very scary because here, the grass is very dry. And one, two, five minutes, my business is covered in fire, too."
Mission District
#legal-proceedings
NYC parents
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Scituate preschool teacher arrested after slamming children into walls, officials say

A day care worker was arrested for multiple counts of assault and battery against children, raising serious concerns about child safety.
NYC parents
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Scituate preschool teacher arrested after slamming children into walls, officials say

A day care worker was arrested for multiple counts of assault and battery against children, raising serious concerns about child safety.
Wine
fromEater Austin
1 day ago

Texas Wine Country Confronts the Challenges of Its Boozy Boom

Fredericksburg, known for its wineries, now faces challenges from alcohol-related tourism issues, prompting locals to seek solutions for problematic drinking.
#shooting
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 day ago

Brentwood City Council to discuss rejected downtown fire station next month

I felt the City Council should research it themselves and be able to make that decision. I think maybe we could ask if you (fire district) are interested in changing any of that?
Mission District
#protests
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago
Toronto startup

Toronto city council debating controversial 'bubble zone' protest bylaw today | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago
Toronto startup

Toronto city council debating controversial 'bubble zone' protest bylaw today | CBC News

#new-york-city
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Editorial | What NYC can do to stop shootings impacting the Bronx and Brooklyn | amNewYork

Gun violence spikes in spring and summer despite overall crime decreases in New York City.
NYC politics
fromBronx Times
3 days ago

Bronx lawmaker introduces Bodega Act to boost safety in NYC stores - Bronx Times

The Bodega Act of 2025 aims to improve safety for NYC bodegas by providing grants for security upgrades.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

Unsung Big Apple heroes - NYC's hospital cops - finally get their day

Health + Hospitals Police Department recognized for their crucial role in public safety without firearms.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Editorial | What NYC can do to stop shootings impacting the Bronx and Brooklyn | amNewYork

Gun violence spikes in spring and summer despite overall crime decreases in New York City.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Adams launches new mayoral office to combat antisemitism in NYC

New York City has launched its first executive-level bureau to combat antisemitism, marking a significant initiative in response to rising hate crimes.
NYC politics
fromBronx Times
3 days ago

Bronx lawmaker introduces Bodega Act to boost safety in NYC stores - Bronx Times

The Bodega Act of 2025 aims to improve safety for NYC bodegas by providing grants for security upgrades.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

Unsung Big Apple heroes - NYC's hospital cops - finally get their day

Health + Hospitals Police Department recognized for their crucial role in public safety without firearms.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Southport attack survivor says UK should swap pointed kitchen knives for rounded'

The Independent emphasizes accessible journalism and the impact of community safety initiatives.
#shoplifting
#crime
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago
NYC politics

Is the Bronx being held hostage' by stray bullets and the young gang members who fire them? | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Harlem woman hit with stray bullet weeks after neighborhood grandmother killed in similar incident | amNewYork

NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Is the Bronx being held hostage' by stray bullets and the young gang members who fire them? | amNewYork

The gun violence in the Bronx, while still a serious issue, has seen a decrease in incidents compared to last year.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Saturday Links: Thumbprint on Cigarette Carton Cracks 1977 San Mateo Cold Case

Advancements in fingerprint and DNA technology are vital in solving cold cases, as demonstrated by the resolution of the 1977 Jeanette Ralston murder.
Brooklyn
fromNewsNation
2 weeks ago

Brooklyn man arrested four times in connection with month-long crime spree

A man in Brooklyn is terrorizing residents with repeated violent crimes, leaving the community in fear due to his quick releases after arrests.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Harlem woman hit with stray bullet weeks after neighborhood grandmother killed in similar incident | amNewYork

Gun violence continues to endanger innocent lives in Harlem, exemplified by a recent shooting incident.
#youth-violence
NYC parents
fromPeople.com
1 week ago

She Was Just Riding Her Scooter on the Street. Then a Chaotic Fight Broke Out, and She Never Made It Home

A 16-year-old girl was fatally shot in the Bronx, highlighting ongoing youth violence issues in New York City.
NYC parents
fromPeople.com
1 week ago

She Was Just Riding Her Scooter on the Street. Then a Chaotic Fight Broke Out, and She Never Made It Home

A 16-year-old girl was fatally shot in the Bronx, highlighting ongoing youth violence issues in New York City.
London food
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

'Tackle knife crime but Carnival didn't kill Cher'

Family of murder victim Cher Maximen urges for a focus on tackling the root causes of knife crime rather than blaming cultural events like Notting Hill Carnival.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Police investigating alleged sexual assault near Harvard Square

Cambridge Police are investigating a sexual assault in Harvard Square, involving two unidentified suspects.
#murder-investigation
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago

Man arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after car collides with pedestrians in village

Detective Inspector Oonagh Ryan said: "It was reported that the vehicle involved, turned around and drove past the licensed premises again before making off from the scene. "
UK news
fromBusline News
5 days ago

Trans-Bridge Lines Hosts Local Fire Department For Bus Emergency Management Training - Busline News

Safety is at the core of what we do. We want local first responders to be as prepared as possible should they ever need to respond to an incident involving a motorcoach.
Alternative transportation
#local-news
Mission District
fromMission Local
1 week ago

Bayview's Alice Griffith housing was built in 2017. It's already falling apart. Why?

A ceiling collapse during a community art show highlights ongoing safety concerns at Alice Griffith housing complex.
Mission District
fromMission Local
1 week ago

Bayview's Alice Griffith housing was built in 2017. It's already falling apart. Why?

A ceiling collapse during a community art show highlights ongoing safety concerns at Alice Griffith housing complex.
fromTruthout
1 week ago

We Live in Fearful Times. Our Safety Comes Through Preparing Together.

Part of my work as a community safety and security practitioner is about offering tools for people to feel and move through fear so that we can continue to keep more of us in this fight.
Black Lives Matter
Boston food
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Police identify victim of fatal daytime Roxbury shooting

Justin Bettencourt, 21, was shot in Roxbury and later died from his injuries, prompting an ongoing investigation by the Boston Police.
#surveillance
fromHackernoon
4 years ago
Privacy professionals

Police Officers Are Turning Into Reddit Mods Thanks to Amazon's Neighborhood Watch | HackerNoon

fromHackernoon
4 years ago
Privacy professionals

Police Officers Are Turning Into Reddit Mods Thanks to Amazon's Neighborhood Watch | HackerNoon

#police-investigation
#hate-crimes
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Hate crimes in Toronto rose 19 per cent in 2024, but are decreasing this year: police | CBC News

Reported hate crimes in Toronto increased by 19% in 2024 but show a significant drop this year.
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Hate crimes in Toronto rose 19 per cent in 2024, but are decreasing this year: police | CBC News

Reported hate crimes in Toronto increased by 19% in 2024 but show a significant drop this year.
#violence-prevention
fromThe Trace
1 week ago
NYC politics

In a Brooklyn Neighborhood, Residents - Not Police - Take the Lead on Preventing Violence

fromThe Trace
1 week ago
NYC politics

In a Brooklyn Neighborhood, Residents - Not Police - Take the Lead on Preventing Violence

Los Angeles
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Man who killed Oakland city councilmember's son in Los Angeles sentenced to 35 years to life

Ivan Hernandez sentenced to 35 years to life for the 2019 murder of USC student Victor McElhaney.
#gun-violence
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
NYC parents

Bronx teen murdered: 14-year-old suspect cuffed for stray bullet killing of girl who yearned to be nurse | amNewYork

fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago
Portland food

After Tribune Tower shooting, Oakland restaurant owner seeks safer location

Cleashaun Hill contemplates relocating his restaurant Pierre Pierre after a shooting affects safety and community perception in downtown Oakland.
fromGothamist
1 week ago
NYC parents

16-year-old girl fatally shot in the Bronx, NYPD says

A 16-year-old girl was shot and killed in the Bronx; no arrests made, investigation ongoing.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Bronx teen murdered: 14-year-old suspect cuffed for stray bullet killing of girl who yearned to be nurse | amNewYork

A 16-year-old girl was killed by a stray bullet in the Bronx, highlighting community loss and the impact of gun violence.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

This Mother's Day, the best gift would be to get violent criminals off NYC streets

Momma Zee's tragic death highlights the failures of New York's criminal justice system and the need for reform.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
1 week ago

Help Shape The Future of Brooklyn's Conduit Avenue

The NYC DOT is launching a study to redesign Conduit Avenue for improved safety and pedestrian access based on community input.
#immigration-policy
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Is It Time to Rethink the Stereotype of the Nosy Neighbour?

In order to have good neighbours, we must also be good neighbours.
Social justice
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Exploding birds plague East Bay neighborhood as residents plea for PG&E to fix it: 'Just horrifying'

It's very traumatic. They just quickly explode, and it's really violent.
Portland food
#lgbtq
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

Native leaders fear for queer Indigenous youth as Trump slashes LGBTQ+ rights

LGBTQ+ Native communities, particularly in South Dakota, face increased threats and violence, necessitating heightened safety measures and visibility.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Bicyclist killed in collision with garbage truck in Atherton

The Atherton Police Department reported a fatal collision between a bicyclist and a garbage truck, marking the city's first traffic death of the year.
Bicycling
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Grisly NY dog attack inspires new bill 'Penny's Law' to hold negligent pet owners criminally accountable

A new state bill aims to hold dog owners criminally accountable for their pets' attacks, inspired by a recent dog mauling incident.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
2 weeks ago

Brooklyn bike lane stokes court battle between opponents in upcoming primary

The bike lane in Hasidic Brooklyn ignites legal conflicts between candidates Lincoln Restler and Sabrina Gates over campaign ethics and community safety concerns.
#brooklyn
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Friday Video: Could Speed Limiter Tech Stop Crashes Before They Happen? - Streetsblog New York City

fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago
Brooklyn

Friday Video: Could Speed Limiter Tech Stop Crashes Before They Happen? - Streetsblog New York City

NYC politics
fromBronx Times
2 weeks ago

Bomb threat reported at Council Member Althea Stevens' Bronx office: NYPD - Bronx Times

Council Member Althea Stevens' office received a bomb threat, leading to police involvement and a temporary closure of the office.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Police launch urgent appeal to find woman missing for a week from seaside town

Dorset Police described the 21-year-old as being five feet and two inches tall, of slim build. The force shared a photo from CCTV, to indicate the outfit she was last seen wearing.
UK news
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Nashville mayor says ICE arrests of dangerous criminals are not 'focused on making us safer'

"This type of federal enforcement action is not focused on making us safer and leaves people in our community fearing any interaction with law enforcement when there is a crime occurring."
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Greenwich shops fined for selling vapes to 16-year-olds

This is another example of the council's no-tolerance approach to the illegal sale of vapes to children. Nicotine vapes are highly addictive and should only be used by adults to help them stop smoking.
London startup
#security-cameras
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago

500 high-crime bodegas to get panic buttons

"The buttons, funded through a grant to the United Bodegas of America and included in the preliminary budget, aim to enhance safety amid years of bodega violence."
NYC politics
#local-government
Mission District
fromMission Local
3 weeks ago

16th and Mission is patrolled by alphabet soup of S.F. agencies. Why are things still so bad?

District 9 Supervisor Jackie Fielder emphasizes community collaboration to tackle drug issues and unsafe conditions at the 16th Street BART Plaza.
Mission District
fromMission Local
3 weeks ago

16th and Mission is patrolled by alphabet soup of S.F. agencies. Why are things still so bad?

District 9 Supervisor Jackie Fielder emphasizes community collaboration to tackle drug issues and unsafe conditions at the 16th Street BART Plaza.
fromThe Mercury News
3 weeks ago

Saratoga resident out $6 million in cash-to-gold-coin scam

The victim, convinced by a fraudulent email and impersonating federal agents, lost nearly $90,500 across two separate cash handovers at their home.
SF parents
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