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#oakland
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

After months of checkpoints, Pacific Palisades will reopen to the public Saturday

Pacific Palisades is set to reopen to the public on Saturday after being closed for months due to January's devastating wildfires. This decision follows extensive discussions among city leaders and community members.
Los Angeles
#bart
#law-enforcement
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

With Large Looming Anti-Trump Protest Saturday, Lurie Vows Major Arrests If There's Any Violence or Vandalism

San Francisco prepares for the No Kings protest amid heightened tensions following ICE arrests and ongoing community unrest.
NYC politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

NYC Mayor Eric Adams Warns Protesters on Newsmax: We Will Not Allow You to Destroy Our City'

Mayor Eric Adams will not allow anti-ICE protests to harm NYC or disrupt order.
Outside agitators are being blamed for fomenting unrest during recent protests.
Black Lives Matter
fromPoynter
3 days ago

Why 'nonlethal' isn't the right word for the weapons used on journalists - Poynter

The terminology surrounding 'nonlethal' weapons can mislead the public about their potential dangers during protests.
fromsilive
2 days ago
NYC politics

Illegal dirt bikes in NYC: 200 seized vehicles crushed in Staten Island demolition

San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

With Large Looming Anti-Trump Protest Saturday, Lurie Vows Major Arrests If There's Any Violence or Vandalism

San Francisco prepares for the No Kings protest amid heightened tensions following ICE arrests and ongoing community unrest.
NYC politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

NYC Mayor Eric Adams Warns Protesters on Newsmax: We Will Not Allow You to Destroy Our City'

Mayor Eric Adams will not allow anti-ICE protests to harm NYC or disrupt order.
Outside agitators are being blamed for fomenting unrest during recent protests.
Black Lives Matter
fromPoynter
3 days ago

Why 'nonlethal' isn't the right word for the weapons used on journalists - Poynter

The terminology surrounding 'nonlethal' weapons can mislead the public about their potential dangers during protests.
fromsilive
2 days ago
NYC politics

Illegal dirt bikes in NYC: 200 seized vehicles crushed in Staten Island demolition

#legislation
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 day ago
Brooklyn

Sen. Gounardes' AI safety bill clears both chambers of NY legislature

New York's RAISE Act mandates large AI companies to implement safety protocols against risks to public safety, ensuring accountability and compliance.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 days ago
Brooklyn

Speed devices bill weakened in Albany

New York State Senate weakened the Stop Super Speeders bill, increasing ticket threshold, reducing its scope significantly.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 day ago

Sen. Gounardes' AI safety bill clears both chambers of NY legislature

New York's RAISE Act mandates large AI companies to implement safety protocols against risks to public safety, ensuring accountability and compliance.
#protests
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

SF Mayor Lurie to address public safety ahead of 'No Kings Day' protest

Mayor Lurie emphasizes peaceful protest while addressing public safety concerns before upcoming anti-ICE protests.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
2 days ago

NYPD vehicles torched in suspected arson attack in Brooklyn

Eight NYPD vehicles were damaged in a suspected arson attack in Brooklyn, with no known motive or injuries reported.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 days ago

Mayor Adams warns anti-ICE NYC protesters: 'We will not allow you to destroy our city'

Mayor Adams emphasizes preventing violence from protests and addressing outside agitators disrupting city order.
Los Angeles
fromConde Nast Traveler
3 days ago

What to Know About the Los Angeles Protests: Affected Areas, Curfew Hours, and Your Rights

Protests in Los Angeles focus on immigration policies, prompting a strong law enforcement response despite remaining largely peaceful.
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago
NYC politics

Mayor, NYPD warn zero tolerance' for disorder at Saturday's No Kings Day' protest | amNewYork

San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

SF Mayor Lurie to address public safety ahead of 'No Kings Day' protest

Mayor Lurie emphasizes peaceful protest while addressing public safety concerns before upcoming anti-ICE protests.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
2 days ago

NYPD vehicles torched in suspected arson attack in Brooklyn

Eight NYPD vehicles were damaged in a suspected arson attack in Brooklyn, with no known motive or injuries reported.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 days ago

Mayor Adams warns anti-ICE NYC protesters: 'We will not allow you to destroy our city'

Mayor Adams emphasizes preventing violence from protests and addressing outside agitators disrupting city order.
Los Angeles
fromConde Nast Traveler
3 days ago

What to Know About the Los Angeles Protests: Affected Areas, Curfew Hours, and Your Rights

Protests in Los Angeles focus on immigration policies, prompting a strong law enforcement response despite remaining largely peaceful.
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago
NYC politics

Mayor, NYPD warn zero tolerance' for disorder at Saturday's No Kings Day' protest | amNewYork

#assault
Portland food
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 days ago

Richmond man charged with murder in attack at Pinole park that killed former principal

A Richmond man has been charged with murder following the death of a former school principal after an attack in a park.
Portland food
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 days ago

Richmond man charged with murder in attack at Pinole park that killed former principal

A Richmond man has been charged with murder following the death of a former school principal after an attack in a park.
#community-engagement
#arson
NYC politics
fromNewsmax
2 days ago

NYPD Cars Torched in Brooklyn; Motive Under Investigation

At least eight police vehicles were set on fire in Brooklyn, raising concerns of arson amid ongoing protests.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
2 days ago

8 NYPD vehicles are burned in Brooklyn in suspected arson, police say

NYPD is investigating a suspected arson of eight police vehicles in Brooklyn, with no injuries reported.
NYC politics
fromNewsmax
2 days ago

NYPD Cars Torched in Brooklyn; Motive Under Investigation

At least eight police vehicles were set on fire in Brooklyn, raising concerns of arson amid ongoing protests.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
2 days ago

8 NYPD vehicles are burned in Brooklyn in suspected arson, police say

NYPD is investigating a suspected arson of eight police vehicles in Brooklyn, with no injuries reported.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 day ago

Two-alarm house fire displaces 8 people in East New York * Brooklyn Paper

A two-alarm fire in East New York displaced eight residents but resulted in no injuries.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 day ago

California's new daylighting' law for drivers is a cash cow for one city

The daylighting law, aimed at improving visibility for drivers and pedestrians, prohibits parking within 20 feet of intersections or crosswalks, significantly impacting San Diego's finances.
San Francisco
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day ago

Sen. Alex Padilla Tells MSNBC FBI Escorted' Him To Trump DHS Presser They Claim He Crashed

Sen. Alex Padilla was mistakenly manhandled by FBI agents at a press conference, igniting outrage and discussions about false claims from Homeland Security.
fromemptywheel
1 day ago

Ahead of No Kings Day, the King's Nobles are Getting Nervous - emptywheel

The events occurring in Missouri's major cities have created conditions of distress that local jurisdictions cannot manage, necessitating state intervention to ensure public safety.
NYC LGBT
#toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago
Alternative transportation

Toronto needs a single set of rules for what vehicles can use bike lanes, says council committee | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago
Toronto

Police search for 5 people who allegedly targeted elderly people at ATMs in 'distraction' thefts | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago
Alternative transportation

Toronto needs a single set of rules for what vehicles can use bike lanes, says council committee | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago
Toronto

Police search for 5 people who allegedly targeted elderly people at ATMs in 'distraction' thefts | CBC News

fromMiami Herald
2 days ago

Tri-Rail and Miami-Dade County bus collision was caused by hit-and-run: officials

The Opa-locka Police Department is committed to a thorough investigation and bringing the responsible party to justice. We urge anyone with information related to this incident to come forward.
Miami food
#emergency-response
fromCbsnews
2 days ago
Brooklyn

Suspect charged with arson in Brooklyn fire that destroyed 1 building, damaged 2 others

fromCbsnews
2 days ago
Brooklyn

Suspect charged with arson in Brooklyn fire that destroyed 1 building, damaged 2 others

#homelessness
fromsfist.com
2 days ago
East Bay (California)

Federal Judge Says Berkeley Can Sweep Large Homeless Encampment, But That People With Disabilities Can Stay

fromsfist.com
2 days ago
East Bay (California)

Federal Judge Says Berkeley Can Sweep Large Homeless Encampment, But That People With Disabilities Can Stay

#crime-reduction
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago
NYC politics

Crush and burn: NYC officials destroy hundreds of illegal mopeds as part of fiery crackdown | amNewYork

fromGothamist
2 days ago
NYC politics

Super smash: NYC destroys mopeds, e-bikes as mayor celebrates illegal vehicle crackdown

NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Crush and burn: NYC officials destroy hundreds of illegal mopeds as part of fiery crackdown | amNewYork

Mayor Adams leads the destruction of illegal mopeds, citing them as contributors to violent crime in NYC.
City officials emphasize significant efforts to remove illegal vehicles since early 2022.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
2 days ago

Super smash: NYC destroys mopeds, e-bikes as mayor celebrates illegal vehicle crackdown

Mayor Adams' crackdown on illegal vehicles aims to improve public safety and reduce crime in New York City.
#los-angeles
#immigration
Agriculture
fromABC7 Chicago
3 days ago

ICE agents chase after farmworkers as they flee fields during raid in Southern California

ICE raids at Ventura County farms instill fear among workers, threatening the agricultural workforce essential for crop picking.
fromsfist.com
2 days ago
Silicon Valley food

ICE Raids on Farms Making Their Way Up to NorCal, Farmworkers Statewide Are Terrified

Agriculture
fromABC7 Chicago
3 days ago

ICE agents chase after farmworkers as they flee fields during raid in Southern California

ICE raids at Ventura County farms instill fear among workers, threatening the agricultural workforce essential for crop picking.
fromsfist.com
2 days ago
Silicon Valley food

ICE Raids on Farms Making Their Way Up to NorCal, Farmworkers Statewide Are Terrified

#new-york
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

Man accused of plotting NYC Jewish centre 'slaughter' while in Ontario pleads not guilty | CBC News

Muhammad Shahzeb Khan pleaded not guilty to terrorism charges for allegedly planning an ISIS-inspired attack on a Jewish center in Brooklyn.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

Man accused of plotting NYC Jewish centre 'slaughter' while in Ontario pleads not guilty | CBC News

Muhammad Shahzeb Khan pleaded not guilty to terrorism charges for allegedly planning an ISIS-inspired attack on a Jewish center in Brooklyn.
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
2 days ago

Troops for the Military Parade Are Sleeping In Office Buildings. DC Police Are Recruiting Outside. - Washingtonian

When asked about the location, Officer Nancy Matos denied the department was specifically targeting soldiers. "We pick random spots in the city," she told Washingtonian.
Washington DC
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

Judges forced a Florida Pride drag show indoors at the last minute

A drag show at Naples Pride was forced indoors by appellate judges citing safety concerns.
The ruling reflects ongoing tensions between public safety and First Amendment rights in LGBTQ+ contexts.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 days ago

Main road in Penge to close for emergency demolition of unstable building

The road will be closed to traffic starting June 12, to prepare for an emergency demolition caused by structural instability, enhancing public safety.
London politics
#fireworks-enforcement
#shooting
fromsilive
3 days ago
New York Islanders

NYPD: Shots fired in Mariners Harbor on Staten Island; no injuries reported

fromsilive
3 days ago
New York Islanders

NYPD: Shots fired in Mariners Harbor on Staten Island; no injuries reported

fromMail Online
2 days ago

Brit holidaymakers issued warning over parking scam in tourist hotspot

Alicante's council has warned that crafty scammers have been leaving fake parking fines on windscreens, directing victims via QR codes to fraudulent websites asking for personal details.
Barcelona
NYC parents
fromGothamist
2 days ago

NY governor teams up with MTA, schools and BMX star to combat subway surfing

The new 'Ride Inside Stay Alive' campaign aims to deter subway surfing with graphic comics and announcements emphasizing safety.
#community-impact
fromsfist.com
2 days ago
East Bay (California)

Highway Patrol Releases Video of Oakland Car Chase Crash That Took the Life of Innocent Bystander Schoolteacher

fromsfist.com
2 days ago
East Bay (California)

Highway Patrol Releases Video of Oakland Car Chase Crash That Took the Life of Innocent Bystander Schoolteacher

fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 days ago

One arrested and two injured after brawl brings bus to a standstill in west London

One teenager has been arrested and two others injured after a fight on a U4 bus in Hayes, highlighting ongoing issues of youth violence in public spaces.
London food
fromianVisits
2 days ago

The day the bridge couldn't stand still: 25 years since the Millennium Footbridge closed

The wobble was caused by the way people tend to sway in sync, which amplified the effect of the bridge's natural design to sway slightly.
London politics
Mission District
fromMission Local
2 days ago

Day 93 at the 16th St. Plaza: Barricades at the corner

The ongoing issues of open drug use and street vending on Mission Street reflect a community in need of support, not just policing.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Amid protests, questions loom about how active ICE will be at Club World Cup games

The Department of Homeland Security announced that border patrol agents will provide security for the FIFA Club World Cup opener in Miami, raising concerns about immigration enforcement.
Soccer (FIFA)
#emergency-services
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Ex-bouncer convicted of raping woman in Fenway bar bathroom

Michael Campbell was convicted of raping a woman in the bathroom of the Fenway bar where he worked, highlighting the serious issue of sexual assault in public places.
Boston food
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 days ago
Black Lives Matter

Shocking Video Shows LAPD Shoot Woman at Close Range With Rubber Bullet As She's Trying to Get Home

Police used non-lethal force on a woman merely trying to return home, raising serious questions about police conduct.
NYC parents
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
3 days ago

Map Shows Where Gun Deaths of Children Have Increased since 2010

Gun violence is the leading cause of death for children and adolescents in the U.S. since 2020, particularly in states with permissive gun laws.
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Gardai defend use of 'controlled deliveries' as TD claims Carlow shooter was given garda gun before his arrest

Labour TD Alan Kelly challenged Taoiseach Micheál Martin by revealing that the guns related to a case had been provided by An Garda Síochana, raising serious accountability concerns.
UK news
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
3 days ago

TfL 'will learn lesson' on complaints about Bexleyheath bus driver before fatal crash

We expect the highest standards from bus drivers and operators servicing London's bus network and customers. Driving a bus is a significant responsibility and safety is paramount.
NYC parents
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Police deployed to tackle dozens of youths causing serious disorder' in Salford

The police have deployed a dispersal order on Lower Broughton Road following serious disorder involving dozens of youths, highlighting the increased tensions in the area.
Manchester City
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
3 days ago

NYC Does Not Need Military to Help Control Protests, Mayor Says

Mayor Eric Adams announces cultural events and increased funding for the arts in NYC's 400th anniversary celebration.
#downing-street
UK news
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
3 days ago

Major road near Downing Street cordoned by police due to abandoned vehicle

Police cordoned off Whitehall due to an abandoned vehicle near Downing Street, ensuring safety as investigations proceed.
Pets
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Widow of Jason Hennessy Snr ordered to pay 11,000 for care of seized XL Bully dogs

Veronica Maher's dogs are her last memory of her late husband, which adds emotional weight to the legal decision.
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

MTA worker randomly slashed across the face on at Bronx subway station

The incident happened when a train operator was attacked while announcing service delays on the 6 train, showcasing rising violence against transit employees.
NYC politics
London music
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
3 days ago

Heat health alert issued for London as temperatures soar and thunderstorms loom

Health warnings issued due to heat risks in vulnerable populations, particularly affecting those over 65 and with pre-existing conditions.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Drugs-theft doctor struck off for second time

The tribunal found Dr. Aranmolate's fitness to practice impaired due to serious misconduct and dishonesty, leading to his erasure from the medical register to protect the public.
Medicine
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

Male shot by police after allegedly attacking woman in Markham: York police | CBC News

In a tragic event early Wednesday morning, York Regional Police in Markham found a male allegedly attacking a female while responding to a welfare check, leading to a police shooting.
Toronto
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago
France politics

Macron pushes social media ban for under-15s after school stabbing in France

Macron plans EU-wide regulation to ban social media access for children under 15 amidst rising concerns of youth violence.
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