All articles tagged with #policing
Originally Published 3 months ago — by CBS News
Jordan Wilmore, a 7-foot-3 former professional basketball player, chose to leave his basketball career behind to pursue his passion for policing, driven by a desire to help others and make a difference in his community.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The New York Times
The deployment of federal agents and National Guard troops in Washington, D.C., under President Trump's orders has heightened fears among Black parents, prompting them to advise their children to avoid protests and be cautious, reminiscent of past concerns about policing and safety.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Politico
DC officials are protesting against Trump's plan to send federal law enforcement into Washington for a temporary operation, amid concerns over federal overreach and local autonomy, with discussions of potential federalization of the city police force.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
Four years after George Floyd's murder sparked nationwide protests and calls for police reform, many efforts for change have stalled or reversed. The federal George Floyd Justice in Policing Act has not passed, and several states have enacted tough-on-crime policies. Philonise Floyd, George's brother, expresses frustration over the lack of progress, while activists continue to push for reforms amid growing conservative backlash.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ABC News
A subway rider in NYC was pushed onto the tracks and killed by a train, leading to the arrest of Carlton McPherson on a murder charge. This incident is part of a series of violent episodes in the city's transit system, prompting officials to increase policing and crack down on fare evasion. The plan includes sending 800 more police officers into the subway system, as well as deploying National Guard troops for random bag checks. Despite an overall decrease in transit system crime, recent high-profile incidents have raised concerns among commuters.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Tennessee Republicans are moving to block a policing change in Memphis that was implemented in response to the death of Tyre Nichols, who was fatally beaten by officers during a traffic stop. The change had prevented police from intervening in minor traffic offenses, but the Republican-dominated legislature passed a bill prohibiting such local laws, citing concerns about increased crime. The bill now awaits the approval of Gov. Bill Lee.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ABC News
New York Governor Kathy Hochul is deploying 750 National Guard members to assist the NYPD in conducting random bag checks for weapons in the subway system following a series of high-profile crimes. This move is part of a larger effort to address crime in the subway, including a proposal to ban individuals convicted of assaulting subway passengers and installing cameras in conductor cabins. The plan has drawn criticism from civil liberties advocates, who argue that it represents an overreaction to isolated incidents and may not be an effective policing tactic in a system serving over 3 million riders per day.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
New York Governor Kathy Hochul plans to deploy 750 National Guard members to assist the NYPD in conducting bag searches at subway entrances following a series of high-profile crimes. This move is part of a larger effort to address crime in the subway, including legislative proposals and increased police presence. While crime has dropped in New York City, rare violent incidents have put residents on edge. The plan has drawn criticism from civil liberties advocates who view it as an overreaction, and questions remain about the effectiveness of random bag checks in a subway system serving over 3 million riders daily.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by BBC.com
Grant Shapps, the UK Transport Secretary, has distanced himself from Home Secretary Suella Braverman's criticism of the police's handling of protests. Braverman referred to pro-Palestinian protesters as "hate marchers" and accused the police of a "double standard." Shapps stated that while it was appropriate for Braverman to debate the issue, he would not use the same language. Labour's Yvette Cooper called for Braverman's resignation, blaming her remarks for exacerbating disorder during the demonstrations. The Metropolitan Police made over 100 arrests during the protests and faced aggression from counter-protesters. The Prime Minister's office is investigating how Braverman's article was published without requested edits.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by POLITICO
The use of facial recognition technology by the New Orleans Police Department (NOPD) has been deemed "wholly ineffective and pretty obviously racist" according to records obtained and analyzed by POLITICO. The data shows that the system has low effectiveness, is rarely associated with arrests, and is disproportionately used on Black individuals. Out of 15 facial recognition requests made by the NOPD, nine failed to make a match, and three of the six matches turned out to be wrong. The records confirm concerns raised by civil rights advocates that facial recognition amplifies existing biases and disproportionately targets specific groups. Despite these findings, a slim majority of New Orleans City Council members, along with the police, mayor, and local businesses, still support the use of facial recognition technology.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by GBH News
Boston Mayor Michelle Wu plans to issue an ordinance that will ban encampments of unhoused people around Melnea Cass Boulevard and Massachusetts Avenue, known as Mass. and Cass, while increasing policing and limiting access to some streets in the area. The ordinance aims to address safety concerns following multiple violent incidents in the area. The city is also evaluating the use of office buildings and other city-owned facilities as short-term housing and centers for clinical services. The ordinance is still being developed, and more details will be released soon. However, the ACLU has expressed concerns about targeting people for criminal law enforcement operations and the need for adequate alternatives and due process rights.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Economist
The killing of a teenager in a Paris suburb has sparked nationwide unrest in France, putting President Macron in a difficult position. The article explores the reasons behind the disquiet and its implications for the president, who is facing pressure from both political sides. Additionally, the podcast discusses concerns about rising wages and the potential for a "wage-price spiral" during times of high inflation, as well as the intriguing research on creating burgers from extinct animals.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Mission Local
San Francisco Police Chief Bill Scott faced questioning from police commissioners over the mayor's promise to arrest drug users and dealers through a recently announced unified command center. The center, called the Drug Market Agency Coordination Center, was established to crack down on "open-air drug markets," including arresting people publicly using drugs. The police department showed no signs of reversing course, but the Police Commission is experimenting with programs that might, including CART (the Compassionate Alternative Response Team), a non-police alternative program that would allow mental health and social workers, not officers, to respond to certain 911 and 311 calls.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Fox News
Keechant Sewell, the first female police commissioner of New York City, has resigned from her position after 18 months on the job. Experts suggest that Sewell lacked autonomy over the NYPD and was mired in city bureaucracy from her first day on the job, which likely led to her resignation. Policing experts argue that Eric Adams, the mayor, took on a dual role as commissioner and mayor, and never granted Sewell the authority to take charge over the department. The resignation is likely to have repercussions for other females on the force, with experts arguing that it will be a turnoff for any executive female in law enforcement to take this job because they'll feel stifled as well.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by MPR News
Three years after the murder of George Floyd, Minneapolis has undergone significant changes in policing and public safety. The city has implemented initiatives like the behavioral health crisis response team and policy changes such as a ban on no-knock warrants and limiting pretextual traffic stops. The city has also revamped civilian oversight of the police department and created a new Office of Community Safety. All four former officers involved in Floyd’s killing have been convicted in both state and federal courts. However, real change takes time, and the city still has a long way to go.