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police funding

Big events coming to New York this summer mean big changes

June 2, 2026

This summer, New York City is preparing for a double dose of excitement: the FIFA World Cup and the NBA Finals. While fans look forward to the games, the head of the police department sees a mix of challenges ahead. The NYPD expects a much higher risk level than usual, partly because hundreds of tho

finance

Stamford Boosts Police Force with New Hires

January 21, 2026

Stamford is getting more police officers. The Board of Finance just said yes to hiring five new ones. This is not as many as the police wanted, but it is a start. The city will also use some federal money to help pay for it. This money comes with a catch: Stamford has to match it with its own funds.

politics

Crime Crackdown: Governor Newsom’s Last-Minute Efforts Before Proposition 36 Vote

October 29, 2024

Governor Gavin Newsom has been on a mission to tackle organized retail theft and property crimes across California. After a statewide tour, he highlighted recent achievements, like the $267 million invested in local and state law enforcement to handle these issues. The results? Over 10, 000 arrests

politics

ShotSpotter Showdown: Chicago Aldermen Spar With Mayor Over Gunshot Detection Future

September 10, 2024

Is ShotSpotter a life-saving tool or an expensive mistake? That's the key question facing Chicago as Mayor Brandon Johnson prepares to phase out the controversial gunshot detection system later this month, despite strong opposition from many aldermen who see it as essential for getting police to cri