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New UTSA Chief of Police to Focus on Partnerships and Community | UTSA today | UTSA

As Chief of Police, Schoenborn will focus on expanding community and university police partnerships through a wide range of programs and outreach initiatives focused on improving accountability, accessibility and visibility on campus. “My goal is to introduce exciting new strategies that promote safety and a sense of belonging on campus,” …

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Central Coast Law Enforcement Must List Military Style Gear

Central Coast and state law enforcement agencies are now required to list their military-grade equipment and make this information publicly available. Assembly Bill 841 monitors and controls this equipment and the governor signed the bill into law last September. The Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office hosted a community zoom meeting …

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Law Enforcement Reports for March 9 | Local News

Meridian Police Department The Meridian Police Department reported the following arrests between 6 a.m. Friday and 6 a.m. Wednesday. • Possession of marijuana in a vehicle – Cadarious Jennings, born in 2002, 906 27th Ave., Meridian. • Disorderly Conduct – Johnny L. Irby, born 1983, 2200 9th Ave., Meridian. Irby …

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Law Enforcement Reports March 3-6, 2022 | News

Here’s a look at the arrests reported by the Cullman Police Department on Friday, Saturday and Sunday: 3/4 Domestic Violence: Katelynn M. McCown, 28, of Cullman, arrested on Main Avenue SW. Public intoxication: Todd A. Woodruff, 27, of Albertville, arrested 2nd Avenue SW. 3/5 Driving under the influence; endangering the …

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How has Trayvon Martin’s death affected police-community relations in Sanford? – Central Florida News – Social Justice

Georgetown, like Goldsboro, is a historically black neighborhood in Sanford. In the 10 years since Trayvon Martin’s death, the police department has worked to improve police-community relations. Photo: Allegra Montesano, WMFE News SANFORD — A decade ago, the Sanford Police Department drew protests from members of the city’s black communities …

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SANDF will support law enforcement

Defense and Veterans Affairs Minister Thandi Modise said the South African National Defense Force (SANDF) stands ready to provide law enforcement support to help maintain stability in the country. “SANDF will continue to be on high alert to protect all national key points, as well as the economic corridors …

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Accidents kill law enforcement officers in Florida and California

Two crashes – one in a helicopter and the other in a collision with a car – have killed two law enforcement officers in Florida and California. The two officers joined 49 other law enforcement personnel killed in the line of duty across the country so far in 2022, according …

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How this free hiring tool aims to elevate the law enforcement industry

Sponsored by Guardian Alliance Technologies By Courtney Levin, Police1 BrandFocus Staff Very few, if any, of the daily tasks of a cop can be described as “easy”. Not only has it become increasingly difficult to enforce the law safely among the general public, but administrative tasks are sometimes hampered by …

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Lone Star College Launches Law Enforcement Academy

Business By Bill Van Rysdam | February 21, 2022 HOUSTON, TX — Lone Star College offers students the opportunity to become licensed Texas police officers through the LSC Law Enforcement Academy. The new program provides the skills and competencies that will equip the student for a career as a law …

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Joint law enforcement effort leads to over 100 arrests in Baltimore area [VIDEO]

BALTIMORE, MD — Governor Larry Hogan provided an update Friday alongside the U.S. Marshals Service on a large-scale, multi-agency law enforcement operation focused on apprehending violent fugitives and gang members wanted in the first two weeks of February, leading to dozens of arrests throughout the Baltimore area. The governor also …

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Not just a dog – law enforcement community service animal killed in the line of duty | Recent news

York County Sheriff’s Deputy Chris Fifield, Nitro’s partner, carried the urn to the lobby of the convention center where a memorial ceremony was held. The hall was filled with law enforcement officers, many of whom were state department dog handlers who had participated in the motorcade. There were dozens of …

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Lake Region State College program seeks to fill law enforcement jobs – Grand Forks Herald

GRAND FORKS — For the 12th consecutive year, Lake Region State College will bring its law enforcement training program to Grand Forks this summer. John Maritato, LRSC Police Department Lieutenant and Director of the Peace Officer Training Program, came to Grand Forks for each of these academies. Maritato said the …

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Community: Krewe of Tucumcari begins Mardi Gras festivities | Entertainment/Life

The Krewe of Tucumcari, Baton Rouge’s oldest Mardi Gras Krewe, kicked off its 2022 festivities on January 29 with a royal gathering hosted by the Ladies of Tucumcari. Krewe President Joey Culmone introduced the 2022 tribunal and thanked Amey and Keith Crousillac to host the party at home. In addition …

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Law Enforcement Reports – Boonville Daily News

Boonville police department 2-09-22 motor vehicle Accident: On 02/09/2022 at approximately 2:56 p.m. an accident occurred in the area of ​​1640 West Ashley Road, two vehicles were involved, there were no injuries or arrests. NO CITATION, WARRANT OR OTHER ARREST. 2-08-22 Quotes: Glen Edward Bishop 59 Boonville, MO cited for …

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The number of counties continues to decrease; Breakthrough cases; Application of seat belts; Governor Brown pledges funds for housing and child care – Coast Radio – Florence Oregon News

The number of counties continues to decline Lane County continues to show a significant decrease in COVID-19 cases. The rate per 100,000 continues to decline and hit a one-month low yesterday at 747.8, the lowest infection rate since January 6and. The county began to see large increases just after the …

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sergeant. Brian Hodges wins top prize at VFW Law Enforcement Award

Janet Alford From left are Billy Alford, NDP Chief Brent Blankenship, VFW Post 2667 Commander Jeff Bouchard, Sgt. Brian Hodges and Senior Vice Commander John Skinner of VFW Post 2667, sergeant. Brian Hodges of the Newnan Police Department recently received first place in the VFW Post 2667 Law Enforcement Award. …

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Fulton’s Andrew Hyde Completes SUNY Potsdam Law Enforcement Training Institute | Education

POTSDAM – Andrew Hyde of Fulton, a recent graduate of SUNY Potsdam’s Law Enforcement Training Institute. SUNY Potsdam’s Law Enforcement Training Institute offers students the unique opportunity to undergo rigorous pre-employment, state-approved police training as part of their undergraduate program. Cadets celebrated the completion of the program with a ceremony …

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Community continues to heal as suspect prepares for trial 3 years after massacre

SEBRING, Florida. – Sunday marks three years since the peace and quiet normally found in the city of Sebring was shattered. On January 23, 2019, Zephen Xaver drove into SunTrust Bank along US 27 south of Jackson Lake, opened fire and killed five women inside. Four of the five victims …

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Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center graduates 287th basic training class

HUTCHINSON – Twenty-three new law enforcement officers graduated from the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center (KLETC) on Jan. 14 in a ceremony held at KLETC’s Integrity Auditorium. Officer William Butrum of the Baldwin City Police Department was the class president. The speaker for the ceremony was Darrell Atteberry, Chief of …

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Katerina D’Agnese from Carmel, NY completes SUNY Potsdam Law Enforcement Training Institute

Katerina D’Agnese of Carmel, NY, recently graduated from SUNY Potsdam Law Enforcement Training Institute. SUNY Potsdam’s Law Enforcement Training Institute offers students the unique opportunity to undergo rigorous pre-employment, state-approved police training as part of their undergraduate program. Cadets celebrated the completion of the program with a ceremony on December …

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The hockey community mourns the loss of a high school hockey player who died Thursday in Greenwich

On Friday, the hockey community in New Canaan, Greenwich and beyond mourned the loss of St. Luke’s Grade 10 student Teddy Balkind. The 15-year-old died Thursday after sustaining an injury during a JV hockey game at Brunswick School’s Hartong rink in Greenwich. During the game, the teenager fell on the …

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Accidents, crowds and COVID-19: Eagle County law enforcement preaches patience as tensions rise

Four Colorado State Patrol vehicles were struck by uncontrollable drivers on the I-70 mountain corridor this week.Courtesy photo Eagle County law enforcement is asking for patience as peak season, snowy weather, staffing issues and mask return warrants collide, leading to an increase in accidents and more public safety incidents. “Let’s …

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The Duluth Human Resources Expert Perspective: Benefits Matter – For Employees and Community

The truth is, having a meaningful benefit package helps employers stay competitive. In the case of the city, it will help keep our city safe and vibrant. Equally important is the compensation of current employees and potential hires. The city is already struggling to hire police, firefighters and snowplow operators. …

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Community safety, crime reduction LPS priorities for 2022

By Alejandra Pulido-Guzman – Lethbridge Herald on December 30, 2021. Herald photo by Alejandra Pulido-Guzman Chief Shahin Mehdizadeh says the past year has provided the Lethbridge Police Service with an opportunity for reflection and a chance to chart a course to a better future. LETHBRIDGE HERALDapulido@lethbridgeherald.com For the Lethbridge Police …

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Fireworks on sale; Heights Police Strengthen Law Enforcement | Local news

The Harker Heights Police Department will be stepping up its actions this New Years Eve. There will be ongoing observations for dangerous driving or impaired drivers, as well as any breach of public order or threats to safety and public life. order from our community, including the illegal use of …

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LC Regional Law Enforcement Academy Class B-21 honored

The mission of the Laredo College Regional Law Enforcement Academy is to provide its cadets with the highest quality law enforcement education and to ensure that the standards and requirements of the Texas Law Enforcement Commission law are met or exceeded, regardless of the circumstances. Courtesy of Laredo College The …

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Canadian law enforcement official receives international human rights award

Superintendent (Ret’d) Ricky Veerappan of York Regional Police, Ontario, Canada, believes policing should be done through a human rights lens. He received the Youth for Human Rights International Award for his work in making human rights a reality Setting the standard for police-community partnerships: police through a human rights lens. …

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Regional Law Enforcement Academy B-21 class honored

The B-21 class of the Laredo College Regional Law Enforcement Academy was honored on December 17 for completing their intense training. Courtesy Image – Advertising – Texas border affairs The B-21 class of the Laredo College Regional Law Enforcement Academy was honored on December 17 for completing their intense training. …

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Shop With a Cop helps bridge the gap between police and community

Routt County Sheriff’s Deputy John Daschle alongside Jaxon Shoemaker as they attend the annual Shop With a Cop event on Saturday, December 18, 2021. l Alison Berg / Steamboat Pilot & Today Jaxon Shoemaker’s smile beamed as he sorted through his Tech Deck finger-sized scooter, Nerf gun, box of Pringles, …

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Law enforcement officials discuss goals and statistics with local Rotarians

Local law enforcement officials – Fire Chief Ruben Brown and Police Chief Marcus Turner – were guest speakers at the Greenville Rotary Club’s regular meeting on Thursday. Rotarians first heard from Brown because he chose to “warm up” the audience for his counterpart. The former U.S. Navy serviceman highlighted some …

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South African law enforcement on alert for the end of year celebrations: minister

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA – JUNE 04: Members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) and Johannesburg Metro Police Service (JMPD) monitor compliance with lockdown Level 3 regulations on June 04, 2020 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The operation was led by Captain Mafalo of Johannesburg Central SAPS. (Photo by Sharon Seretlo …

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Rising crime in Pilsen sparks reunion among outraged community

CHICAGO – Neighbors seeking solutions to an outbreak of gun violence in Pilsen are pointing fingers at city leaders for help. At Lincoln Methodist Church on the West Side of Chicago on Monday evening, many stood up and sat down to voice their safety concerns amid spikes in crime. “We …

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Newark calls on social workers and community to slow rise in violence

NEWARK, NJ – The violence didn’t start overnight in New Jersey’s largest city. And it’s not going to end overnight, officials say. That was the message from Newark’s Director of Public Safety Brian O’Hara on Tuesday night as he outlined a plan to reduce violence in the city for the …

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City council opposes proposal to remove law enforcement from metro stations

Story by Charlotte Dekle and Alison WangEditors photo by Erin leeStaff photographer City council approved a letter opposing funding for law enforcement in metro stations at its meeting on Wednesday, December 1. The letter follows a recommendation made by the Metro Public Safety Advisory Committee (PSAC) that the larger Los …

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Shelbyville man reportedly leading law enforcement in pursuit through 2 counties

SAN AUGUSTINE COUNTY, Texas (KTRE) – Authorities arrested a Shelbyville man on Tuesday after he allegedly led law enforcement officers in a car chase through two counties in eastern Texas. Joshua Bearden, 32, was held in Shelby County Jail for escaping arrest with vehicle, two counts of drunk driving 3 …

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Aurora community holds prayer vigil in Nome Park

Aurora town leaders and community members gathered in Nome Park, where six teenagers were gunned down. They joined in prayer and a call to action to keep students safe. AURORA, Colorado – Nearly two weeks after two separate school shootings in Aurora, city officials and community members gathered for a …

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Graduates Obtain KLETC and Kansas Law Enforcement Certification

Blake Keith, Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks; Jeffrey Nix, Pratt Police Department; and Kelton Barrett, of the Pratt Police Department, were among 24 new law enforcement officers to graduate from the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center (KLETC) on Nov. 12 in a ceremony held at Integrity KLETC Auditorium. Officer …

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Dogs comfort Waukesha community after tragedy

WAUKESHA, Wis. (WBAY) – The K-9 Comfort Dog Lutheran Church comfort dog ministry has been deployed to Waukesha in the wake of the Christmas parade tragedy. Seven golden retrievers, including five from Wisconsin, offered their services at a vigil in Cutler Park on Monday night. “One thing they bring is …

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Community and law enforcement mourn the loss of Greene County Sheriff Gene Fischer – WHIO TV 7 and WHIO Radio

GREENE COUNTY – Many law enforcement agencies and community members mourn the loss of Greene County Sheriff Gene Fischer. >> RELATED: Greene County Sheriff Gene Fischer Passes Away Fischer died Tuesday night after suffering a medical emergency while attending a conference in Sandusky. Ohio Governor Mike DeWine: “Fran and I …

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Kenosha law enforcement braces for verdict in Kyle Rittenhouse trial

KENOSHA, Wisconsin (CBS 58) – Heads of state are calling for a peaceful response when the verdict in Kyle Rittenhouse’s trial is delivered. Kenosha law enforcement has said they are ready to respond if necessary. They monitored the situation and said there was no need for stricter security measures at …

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Racial disparities in law enforcement decisions

California passed the RIPA legislation in 2015 because of concerns about bias in law enforcement that lead different groups to have different experiences with law enforcement. Beyond the obligation to collect stop data, the legislation broadened and clarified the definition of racial and identity profiling to consider and rely on …

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Logan Family Gymnasium Groundbreaking Ceremony Celebrates Peace, Justice and Unity

The Town of Evanston and Friends of the Robert Crown Center officially opened the Logan Family Gymnasium earlier this month in a ceremony attended by members of the Logan family, the Evanston Parks and Recreation Board and friends of the Robert Crown Center. The public was invited to attend the …

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The answer to a record number of crimes and deaths?

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) – The escalation in the rate of homicides and non-fatal shootings in 2020 in Louisville is due to young adults and adolescents lacking the ability or knowledge to handle disputes, LMPD Homicide Unit Lt. Donny Burbrink said. Conflicts can be faced at all ages and at all …

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Brockton Churches Hold Synchronized Prayer Events for Peace and Justice

BROCKTON – Believers in Brockton pray for peace and equality in the face of police abuse and racial injustice. But it will take more than prayer, said a church leader. “Prayer is a beginning that lays the proper foundation for the work that needs to be done,” said Reverend Manny …

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