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Impact of 'Raise the Age' Law on Youth Crime in New York

Originally Published 27 days ago — by THE CITY - NYC News

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Since New York's 2017 'Raise the Age' law aimed to divert 16- and 17-year-olds from adult courts to juvenile facilities, data shows overall youth crime has decreased as a share of total crime, despite a rise in youth-involved shootings and firearm possession cases, possibly due to legal provisions that make gun possession cases more likely to be handled in Family Court. The law has not led to an increase in youth crime overall, but specific issues like gun violence among youth have emerged, highlighting the need for nuanced policy adjustments.

Feds Admit National Guard Presence at Portland ICE Despite Court Ban

Originally Published 2 months ago — by OregonLive.com

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Despite a federal court order banning the deployment of National Guard troops to Portland, Oregon, the Oregon National Guard was present at the ICE building on October 4, 2025, an admission made by a U.S. Department of Justice attorney during a federal trial questioning the legality of President Trump's mobilization of troops to Portland.

Police Warn of THC-Laced Fake Snacks Ahead of Halloween

Originally Published 2 months ago — by ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos

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Law enforcement in Michigan and Arkansas warn parents to be vigilant for counterfeit candy containing THC and hallucinogenic mushrooms that look like real treats, emphasizing the importance of checking packaging and avoiding untrusted sources to ensure children's safety during Halloween.

Court Battles and National Guard Deployments Shape Portland's Political Tensions

Originally Published 2 months ago — by OregonLive.com

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Federal lawyers admitted to errors in their court declarations regarding the number of federal officers deployed to Portland's ICE building, clarifying that only 86 officers were sent and that a quarter of the agency's staff was not reassigned as previously claimed, leading to a legal challenge and ongoing court proceedings.