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New York City
fromHoodline
1 hour ago

Queens police seek two in Jamaica Ave robbery

A 25-year-old man was robbed and assaulted in Queens, with two suspects still at large as police seek public assistance.
New York City
fromHoodline
1 hour ago

Queens police seek two in Jamaica Ave robbery

A 25-year-old man was robbed and assaulted in Queens, with two suspects still at large as police seek public assistance.
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
3 hours ago

'Amateur hour at the U.S. attorney's office': L.A. prosecutors face more losses in protest cases

Prosecutors faced significant challenges in two separate trials for assault on federal officers in Los Angeles, with one case potentially dismissed due to discovery issues.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 hour ago

Boy, 14, shot dead and teens arrested for murder

A 14-year-old boy was fatally shot in Woolwich, prompting a murder investigation and three arrests.
#nypd
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

'Highway Therapy': Lawsuit Reveals Alarming Details Of NYPD's Rampant Car Culture - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD officials allegedly retaliated against an officer for minor infractions, leading to a lawsuit for emotional distress and damages.
Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 New York
5 days ago

Bronx teens attacked on subway; NYPD seeks 9 suspects

Nine men are wanted for a violent robbery on a Bronx subway train, resulting in minor injuries to three victims.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
1 day ago

'Highway Therapy': Lawsuit Reveals Alarming Details Of NYPD's Rampant Car Culture - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD officials allegedly retaliated against an officer for minor infractions, leading to a lawsuit for emotional distress and damages.
Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 New York
5 days ago

Bronx teens attacked on subway; NYPD seeks 9 suspects

Nine men are wanted for a violent robbery on a Bronx subway train, resulting in minor injuries to three victims.
Silicon Valley
fromFast Company
2 hours ago

Baltimore is pushing back against AI's worst excesses. What happens next could reshape American tech

Baltimore is addressing the risks of AI, exemplified by a lawsuit against xAI for generating illegal content.
Non-profit organizations
fromBostonGlobe.com
1 day ago

UMass Boston police sergeant arrested for alleged role in New York City corruption case - The Boston Globe

A former police sergeant was arrested for bribery and kickbacks related to a nonprofit managing homeless shelters for migrants.
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

Man dies after group fight in Concord elementary school parking lot, police say

A man died following a group fight in a school parking lot during an after school program.
fromBronx Times
20 hours ago

NYPD officer fatally shoots Mott Haven man during attempted arrest - Bronx Times

Deputy Chief John Wilson stated that Colón had a parole warrant and a bench warrant for failing to register as a level three New York State sex offender, highlighting the seriousness of the situation.
US news
fromStreetsblog New York City
9 hours ago

Friday's Headlines: Margin For Terror Edition - Streetsblog New York City

The first three months of 2026 were among the three safest first-three-month periods since records started being kept at the dawn of the Automobile Age, with only 42 fatalities from car crashes in New York City.
Alternative transportation
#domestic-violence
US politics
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Sunnyvale Homicide Being Used By Homeland Security to Argue Against Sanctuary Policies

The Sunnyvale domestic violence homicide case has been politicized by DHS due to the suspects' deportation history.
US politics
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Sunnyvale Homicide Being Used By Homeland Security to Argue Against Sanctuary Policies

The Sunnyvale domestic violence homicide case has been politicized by DHS due to the suspects' deportation history.
SF politics
fromPadailypost
9 hours ago

Opinion: A DA shouldn't be using his office this way

Allegations against DA Jeff Rosen suggest unethical fundraising linked to prosecution of pro-Gaza protesters, raising concerns about political neutrality in law enforcement.
Education
fromHoodline
1 day ago

NYC Sheriff Supervisor Says Reassigned Over Background Checks

A senior investigator was removed for refusing to compromise on background checks for sheriff's academy recruits amid a hiring surge.
Social justice
fromwww.amny.com
18 hours ago

Op-Ed | Revisiting More Black Male Judges, the Collegial Effect, Public Perceptions and Paths Forward | amNewYork

Increased representation of Black judges leads to fairer judicial outcomes and reduces racial disparities in sentencing.
fromsfist.com
13 hours ago

Homicide Suspect Arrested Five Months After East Bay Jail Released Him By Mistake

Isaiah Jamon Andrews, 20, of Kern, Washington, is suspected of fatally shooting a 20-year-old man at a hotel in Seattle on October 15.
Boston food
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Criminal case against man shot by cops during mental health crisis will move forward | amNewYork

A Queens man shot by police during a mental health crisis faces criminal charges despite calls for dismissal from his mother and community members.
#shooting
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
1 day ago

7-month-old girl in stroller fatally shot in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NYPD says

A 7-month-old girl was fatally shot in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn while in a stroller with her mother.
Brooklyn
fromNewsNation
1 day ago

Baby shot to death in Brooklyn: NYPD

A 7-month-old baby was shot and killed in a suspected gang-related incident in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
1 day ago

7-month-old girl in stroller fatally shot in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NYPD says

A 7-month-old girl was fatally shot in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn while in a stroller with her mother.
Brooklyn
fromNewsNation
1 day ago

Baby shot to death in Brooklyn: NYPD

A 7-month-old baby was shot and killed in a suspected gang-related incident in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.
#brooklyn
fromCbsnews
1 day ago
Brooklyn

Pedestrian killed in Brooklyn hit-and-run possibly involving ambulance, police say

Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
16 hours ago

Moped-riding goons who shot, killed 7-month old in NYC horror were aiming for her dad: sources

A 7-month-old girl was shot dead in Brooklyn, targeted by gunmen aiming for her father over a social media dispute.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
22 hours ago

Second suspect sought in fatal shooting of 7-month-old Brooklyn girl in stroller

A 7-month-old girl was killed by gunfire in Brooklyn, with police searching for the moped driver and passenger involved in the incident.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
1 day ago

Pedestrian killed in Brooklyn hit-and-run possibly involving ambulance, police say

A 44-year-old woman was killed by a vehicle while crossing a street in Brooklyn.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog New York City
18 hours ago

Breaking: Hit-And-Run Driver Kills Woman on Deadly Ocean Avenue - Streetsblog New York City

A hit-and-run driver killed a woman at a dangerous Brooklyn intersection, highlighting ongoing issues with speeding and pedestrian safety.
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
1 day ago

Manhunt for 2nd Brooklyn baby death suspect intensifies as NYC reels from shooting

A 7-month-old girl was tragically killed by a stray bullet in Brooklyn during a shooting incident.
Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 New York
1 day ago

Police search for suspect in infant's murder after moped crash during getaway | WATCH

A 7-month-old girl was fatally shot in Brooklyn, with police searching for a second suspect involved in the incident.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
18 hours ago

Ontario announces inquest into death of Regis Korchinski-Paquet | CBC News

An inquest will investigate the circumstances of Regis Korchinski-Paquet's death after she fell from a balcony while police were present.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
16 hours ago

California is a sanctuary state. Its public pensions invest in companies working with ICE

California's pension funds have invested over $2.7 billion in companies contracting with ICE and DHS, raising concerns about alignment with state values.
#san-francisco
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
18 hours ago

Suspect Flees SoMa Traffic Stop, Leads Police on Chase Onto Bay Bridge at Rush Hour

A stolen vehicle chase by San Francisco police ended on the Bay Bridge, resulting in the suspect's arrest amid heavy traffic.
San Francisco
fromCalifornia Post
5 days ago

Wild San Francisco street fight shows young punks randomly bashing man in broad daylight

A random attack in San Francisco involved two juveniles violently assaulting a man in front of bystanders.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
18 hours ago

Suspect Flees SoMa Traffic Stop, Leads Police on Chase Onto Bay Bridge at Rush Hour

A stolen vehicle chase by San Francisco police ended on the Bay Bridge, resulting in the suspect's arrest amid heavy traffic.
San Francisco
fromCalifornia Post
5 days ago

Wild San Francisco street fight shows young punks randomly bashing man in broad daylight

A random attack in San Francisco involved two juveniles violently assaulting a man in front of bystanders.
fromPhilosophynow
2 days ago
Philosophy

The Collective City

Islamic philosophy invites plurality and coexistence, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and the acceptance of error in understanding.
#metropolitan-police
LGBT
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 days ago

Met Police to scrap non-crime hate incident investigations in five months - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Metropolitan Police will stop investigating non-crime hate incidents to focus on criminal activities and improve resource allocation.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Black child suffered broken knee during Met police search

Six Metropolitan Police officers are under investigation after a black child suffered a broken knee during a stop and search incident in London.
LGBT
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 days ago

Met Police to scrap non-crime hate incident investigations in five months - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Metropolitan Police will stop investigating non-crime hate incidents to focus on criminal activities and improve resource allocation.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Black child suffered broken knee during Met police search

Six Metropolitan Police officers are under investigation after a black child suffered a broken knee during a stop and search incident in London.
#protests
US news
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Dozens arrested after authorities fire tear gas at 'No Kings' protesters

Over 70 protesters were arrested after police used tear gas and pepper balls during a demonstration in Los Angeles.
US news
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Dozens arrested after authorities fire tear gas at 'No Kings' protesters

Over 70 protesters were arrested after police used tear gas and pepper balls during a demonstration in Los Angeles.
#bronx
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
34 minutes ago

Two Bronx shootings in one hour leave pair of men dead as borough continues to be rocked by gun violence in 2026 | amNewYork

Two men were shot dead in separate incidents in the Bronx on April 2, 2026.
New York City
fromHoodline
1 day ago

Bronx slashing near Castle Hill Ave - tips sought

A 25-year-old man was slashed in the neck in the Bronx after a verbal dispute, and the attacker remains unidentified.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
34 minutes ago

Two Bronx shootings in one hour leave pair of men dead as borough continues to be rocked by gun violence in 2026 | amNewYork

Two men were shot dead in separate incidents in the Bronx on April 2, 2026.
New York City
fromHoodline
1 day ago

Bronx slashing near Castle Hill Ave - tips sought

A 25-year-old man was slashed in the neck in the Bronx after a verbal dispute, and the attacker remains unidentified.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
9 hours ago

State Bill Would Stop Highway Expansions Near Vulnerable New Yorkers - Streetsblog New York City

New York State will halt highway expansions near public housing and asthma hotspots to protect vulnerable communities from pollution.
NYC parents
fromNew York Daily News
21 hours ago

Suspect to be charged with murder of Brooklyn infant may have been shooting at her dad

A gunman will be charged with murder for killing a 7-month-old girl during a gang-related shooting in East Williamsburg.
#gun-violence
Brooklyn
fromNBC News
1 day ago

Manhunt underway after 7-month-old baby killed by stray bullet in Brooklyn

A 7-month-old girl was fatally shot by a stray bullet in Brooklyn, prompting a city-wide manhunt for the suspects involved.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
5 days ago

Mom of Brooklyn boy caught in crossfire aims to raise money to flee to safety

A mother seeks help to relocate her family after her son was shot in a gang-related incident in Brooklyn.
Brooklyn
fromNBC News
1 day ago

Manhunt underway after 7-month-old baby killed by stray bullet in Brooklyn

A 7-month-old girl was fatally shot by a stray bullet in Brooklyn, prompting a city-wide manhunt for the suspects involved.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
5 days ago

Mom of Brooklyn boy caught in crossfire aims to raise money to flee to safety

A mother seeks help to relocate her family after her son was shot in a gang-related incident in Brooklyn.
fromThe Washington Post
21 hours ago

Death of refugee left in parking lot by Border Patrol ruled a homicide

Shah Alam was 'a blind man who could not speak English and left outside a closed Tim Hortons coffee shop completely defenseless against the bitter cold February night by Donald Trump's Department of Homeland Security,' New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said. 'Every individual involved in the death of Mr. Shah Alam must be held fully accountable.'
US news
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Suspect arrested in stabbing near Northeastern University

A Boston man was arrested for a stabbing near Northeastern University, with the victim suffering nonlife-threatening injuries.
#stabbing
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Woman in critical condition after stabbing in downtown L.A.; suspect arrested

A woman was critically injured in a random stabbing in downtown Los Angeles, and a suspect has been arrested and charged with attempted murder.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Boston police investigate stabbing near Northeastern University

One person was hospitalized after a stabbing near Northeastern University on St. Botolph Street.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Woman in critical condition after stabbing in downtown L.A.; suspect arrested

A woman was critically injured in a random stabbing in downtown Los Angeles, and a suspect has been arrested and charged with attempted murder.
Boston
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Boston police investigate stabbing near Northeastern University

One person was hospitalized after a stabbing near Northeastern University on St. Botolph Street.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Police chiefs failed to tackle racism due to lack of leadership, watchdog finds

Promises to address racial bias in policing have failed due to lack of national leadership and internal resistance within police culture.
California
fromCalifornia Post
2 days ago

California sheriff's department to utilize Batman-like gadget to halt car chases

Riverside County Sheriff's Department will use the Grappler device to safely stop fleeing vehicles, inspired by Batman's gadgets.
SF politics
fromMission Local
2 days ago

SFPD watchdog boss faces rare evaluation after toxic workplace lawsuit. Here's what that might mean.

Performance evaluations for police accountability leaders are infrequent, with the current director facing scrutiny due to workplace allegations and a pending lawsuit.
San Francisco
fromKqed
3 days ago

San Francisco Leaders Propose New Law Requiring Police to ID ICE Agents | KQED

San Francisco's sanctuary city policy enhances public safety and trust by limiting local law enforcement's cooperation with federal immigration operations.
NYC politics
fromPOLITICO
1 day ago

Feds broke down NYC Council member's door in predawn raid

Federal investigators raided the homes of New York City Council Member Farah Louis and her sister as part of a bribery and fraud investigation.
NYC parents
fromPsychology Today
12 hours ago

Is Mandated Reporting Racist? What Families Must Know

Low reporting standards and systemic racism lead to unjust CPS reports, disproportionately affecting Black and Brown families.
US news
fromsfist.com
2 days ago

Tuesday Morning Topline: Bay Area City Giving Away Ring Cameras

Supervisor Jackie Fielder's mental health issue may lead to her resignation, paralleling past cases of supervisors stepping back due to health concerns.
fromKqed
2 days ago

Court Orders California Sheriff to Release Personnel Records in Watchdog Investigation | KQED

The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office must comply with subpoenas issued by the county's civilian oversight board as part of a whistleblower investigation into alleged misconduct, a state appeals court ruled Thursday.
California
Social justice
fromPUNCH
4 days ago

What Does a Bar Owe Its Neighbors?

Bartenders in urban areas face challenges of homelessness and mental health crises, requiring a balance of compassion, safety, and quick decision-making.
SF politics
fromStreetsblog USA
4 days ago

Transit Safety For the People, By the People - Streetsblog USA

The RIDER Safety Act proposes hiring transit ambassadors to enhance safety in public transit without police involvement.
Los Angeles
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

VIDEO: San Leandro officers 'dump' homeless man in Oakland; I-Team questions PD supervisor

San Leandro police handcuffed a homeless man and abandoned him in Oakland despite no crime being committed.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
17 hours ago

MAMDANI'S FIRST 100 DAYS: Tisch distances mayor from NYPD hate-crime reporting change as overall crime falls in his first quarter | amNewYork

Mayor Mamdani's administration is addressing crime rates and hate crimes with new reporting methods for transparency.
#nyc-community-boards
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
18 hours ago

NYC Council members would have more control in establishing community boards, per new bill

A new bill proposes that NYC Council members appoint half of community board members to enhance local representation.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

NYC community boards: What to know about these civic groups, how they operate and why there's a reform push

NYC Community Boards are essential for civic engagement, allowing residents to voice opinions and influence local governance.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
18 hours ago

NYC Council members would have more control in establishing community boards, per new bill

A new bill proposes that NYC Council members appoint half of community board members to enhance local representation.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

NYC community boards: What to know about these civic groups, how they operate and why there's a reform push

NYC Community Boards are essential for civic engagement, allowing residents to voice opinions and influence local governance.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

'We call it the walking bus': How kids are getting to school amid ICE operations

Immigration enforcement actions have increased fear among residents in Democratic-run cities, impacting families and children significantly.
California
fromStreetsblog
3 days ago

No Kings Rallies Throughout California - Streetsblog California

Record attendance of 8 million at No Kings rallies across the U.S., with significant participation in California's major cities.
US politics
fromFlowingData
1 week ago

Cities with most ICE arrests

Arrest rates vary significantly across regions, with some areas seeing increases while others, especially those with sanctuary policies, remain stable or decline.
Social justice
fromSlate Magazine
4 days ago

The Horrifying Secret of the Child Detention Center We Shared as Detainee and Warden

The Cheltenham Youth Detention Center has a troubling history of racial segregation and a lack of memorial for children who died in custody.
New York City
fromThe New Yorker
20 hours ago

Zohran Mamdani's Pick to Help "Fundamentally Change" the Way New Yorkers Relate to City Government

Tascha Van Auken aims to transform New Yorkers' relationship with city government through the Mayor's Office of Mass Engagement.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Two teen girls arrested after street disturbance

Officers were called to Clapham High Street on Tuesday evening and put a dispersal order in place to move the young people out of the area.
London politics
NYC politics
fromJewish Telegraphic Agency
1 day ago

Lawyers for NYC Palestinian activist targeted in firebomb plot call for broader probe - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

Lawyers for Nerdeen Kiswani seek justice beyond the arrested suspect, highlighting broader threats against her as a pro-Palestinian activist.
#policing
fromPsychology Today
6 days ago
Social justice

Embracing the Warrior-Guardian Paradox in Modern Policing

The warrior and guardian mindsets are complementary, essential for effective policing.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 days ago
London politics

Police ordered to stop wasting time on Twitter squabbles

Chief constables are criticized for prioritizing minor disputes over serious crimes like murder and robbery.
#arson
London politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Three more people arrested in Golders Green ambulance attack investigation

Three individuals have been arrested in connection with an arson attack on ambulances serving the Jewish community in Golders Green.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Three more arrests after Golders Green ambulance attack

Three more arrests made in connection with the arson attack on Jewish charity ambulances in north London.
London politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Three more people arrested in Golders Green ambulance attack investigation

Three individuals have been arrested in connection with an arson attack on ambulances serving the Jewish community in Golders Green.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Three more arrests after Golders Green ambulance attack

Three more arrests made in connection with the arson attack on Jewish charity ambulances in north London.
NYC politics
fromDailywire
4 days ago

Deciphering New York's Persistent Violence And Public Disorder

New York City crime data shows a decline in gun violence but overall crime remains above pre-pandemic levels.
US news
fromFuturism
5 days ago

Ominous Surveillance "Scarecrows" Appearing Across America

Police technology, including COWs, is rapidly growing, with the law enforcement equipment market projected to reach $11.7 billion by 2025.
NYC politics
fromNew York City, NY Patch
3 days ago

Your Vote Decides Which New York Neighborhood Fix Mamdani Will Tackle Next

Over 11,600 New Yorkers participated in the Mayor's Municipal Madness to select city projects for repair by Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
New York City
fromCity Journal
3 days ago

Madison Square Garden Honored the NYPD. Mamdani Should Follow Suit

Showing support for the police through policy action is as important as expressing gratitude.
New York City
fromHoodline
2 days ago

Queens Teen Stabbed On Jackson Heights Corner As Masked Crew Vanishes Into Night

A 17-year-old boy was stabbed in Jackson Heights, prompting a police investigation for masked suspects who fled the scene.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 week ago

Mamdani's public safety promises are slow going. His allies say that's the point.

Mayor Mamdani's cautious approach to police reform is seen as a strategic choice by advocates, despite scaling back several campaign promises.
NYC politics
fromPBS News
1 week ago

NYC Mayor Mamdani launches community safety office

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani launched a new office for community safety to reduce police involvement in mental health emergencies.
Brooklyn
fromBed-Stuy, NY Patch
1 day ago

Teen Caught With Gun At Brooklyn High School, NYPD Says

A 16-year-old student was charged with gun possession after being found with a handgun at a Brooklyn high school.
NYC politics
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

How US police corruption actually works, according to a former NYPD cop

Former NYPD officer Mike Dowd, convicted of drug-related corruption, explains how police corruption develops within precincts and advocates for improved accountability measures.
NYC politics
fromFox News
2 weeks ago

Mamdani moves to sideline NYC police with new safety office under sweeping overhaul

NYC Mayor Mamdani creates Office of Community Safety to centralize public safety programs, shifting focus from policing to prevention and community support services.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
3 days ago

Three Stabbed Near Dumont And Powell In Brownsville

Three people were stabbed in Brownsville, Brooklyn, with the attacker still at large and no arrests made as of the initial report.
NYC politics
fromAP News
2 weeks ago

NYC Mayor Mamdani launches community safety office, inching forward a campaign promise

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani established an office for community safety to reduce police involvement in mental health emergencies, starting with two staff members and plans to expand the B-HEARD program.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

The Great Crime Decline Is Happening All Across the Country

Violent crime in the U.S. fell to its lowest level since 1969, with homicides dropping sharply despite reduced police staffing.
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