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fromThe Mercury News
1 hour ago

Protect your eggs: Gonzo lizard on the loose in the South Bay

Authorities are urging the public to locate a large Argentine black and white tegu lizard spotted at Joseph D. Grant County Park, due to its egg-eating habits.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
3 hours ago

Mayor Karen Bass says she has reached a deal to restore police officer hiring

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass and City Council President Marqueece Harris-Dawson agreed to find funds to restore police hiring cuts while addressing a $1 billion budget shortfall.
NYC politics
#police-investigation
Germany news
fromwww.dw.com
4 hours ago

Germany: Car drives into crowd in Passau DW 06/07/2025

A vehicle struck a crowd in Passau, Germany, raising suspicions of intent as police investigate.
#nypd
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

The ship is turning': NYPD Chief of Department Chell explains how cops are stopping shootings citywide | amNewYork

New York City experiences record-low shootings and homicides in 2025, attributed to effective gun confiscation and increased police visibility.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
3 days ago

Gun-Wielding Trio Robs Man At Brooklyn Playground, Police Say

Police are searching for three suspects following an armed robbery of a 20-year-old man in Brooklyn.
fromStreetsblog
3 days ago
NYC politics

Echo Chamber: Tisch Touts E-Bike Crackdown to Adoring Upper East Siders - Streetsblog New York City

fromStreetsblog
1 day ago
NYC politics

Manhattan's West Side Stands Up To E-bike Criminalization - Streetsblog New York City

NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

The ship is turning': NYPD Chief of Department Chell explains how cops are stopping shootings citywide | amNewYork

New York City experiences record-low shootings and homicides in 2025, attributed to effective gun confiscation and increased police visibility.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
3 days ago

Gun-Wielding Trio Robs Man At Brooklyn Playground, Police Say

Police are searching for three suspects following an armed robbery of a 20-year-old man in Brooklyn.
fromStreetsblog
3 days ago
NYC politics

Echo Chamber: Tisch Touts E-Bike Crackdown to Adoring Upper East Siders - Streetsblog New York City

fromStreetsblog
1 day ago
NYC politics

Manhattan's West Side Stands Up To E-bike Criminalization - Streetsblog New York City

#emergency-services
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 hours ago
Toronto

Man dead, woman critically injured after being struck by vehicle in Mississauga: paramedics | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
5 hours ago
Toronto

Man dead, woman critically injured after being struck by vehicle in Mississauga: paramedics | CBC News

#terrorism
fromKqed
2 days ago
SF politics

Community Outrage Continues Over ICE Raid At San Diego Restaurant | KQED

fromKqed
2 days ago
SF politics

Community Outrage Continues Over ICE Raid At San Diego Restaurant | KQED

#immigration
NYC parents
fromThe Haitian Times
10 hours ago

Council Member Rita Joseph demands release of detained Bronx student, calls on NYC to defend sanctuary protections

Council Member Rita Joseph advocates for the release of Bronx student Dylan Lopez Contreras from ICE detention, citing violation of due process.
NYC politics
fromNBC New York
3 days ago

Who is Jessica Ramos? Meet the NYC mayoral candidate

State Sen. Jessica Ramos prioritizes affordable housing, public safety, and immigration in her campaign for New York City mayor.
NYC parents
fromThe Haitian Times
10 hours ago

Council Member Rita Joseph demands release of detained Bronx student, calls on NYC to defend sanctuary protections

Council Member Rita Joseph advocates for the release of Bronx student Dylan Lopez Contreras from ICE detention, citing violation of due process.
NYC politics
fromNBC New York
3 days ago

Who is Jessica Ramos? Meet the NYC mayoral candidate

State Sen. Jessica Ramos prioritizes affordable housing, public safety, and immigration in her campaign for New York City mayor.
#crime
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 days ago

Man Robbed at Gunpoint Inside Brooklyn Playground: NYPD

A 20-year-old was robbed at gunpoint by three suspects at Grace Playground.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
3 days ago

Bushwick Shooting Leaves One Dead, One Injured: Police

A double shooting in Bushwick resulted in one death and serious injuries.
Police have launched an investigation into the incident.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
20 hours ago

Ex-police chief and murderer who fled prison is captured, authorities say

Former Arkansas police chief Grant Hardin was recaptured after escaping prison during a high-profile manhunt for murder and rape.
fromsfist.com
3 days ago
San Francisco

Arrest Made Following Foot Chase of Suspect In Unprovoked Attacks at Fort Mason Park

Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 days ago

Man Robbed at Gunpoint Inside Brooklyn Playground: NYPD

A 20-year-old was robbed at gunpoint by three suspects at Grace Playground.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
3 days ago

Bushwick Shooting Leaves One Dead, One Injured: Police

A double shooting in Bushwick resulted in one death and serious injuries.
Police have launched an investigation into the incident.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
20 hours ago

Ex-police chief and murderer who fled prison is captured, authorities say

Former Arkansas police chief Grant Hardin was recaptured after escaping prison during a high-profile manhunt for murder and rape.
fromsfist.com
3 days ago
San Francisco

Arrest Made Following Foot Chase of Suspect In Unprovoked Attacks at Fort Mason Park

#emergency-response
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

Cat dies in huge San Francisco fire that displaces dozens

A major fire in San Francisco displaced 35 residents and required 140 firefighters to extinguish.
LA Dodgers
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Sheriff's deputies flee moving truck as man hijacks department vehicle in downtown L.A.

A man carjacked a bucket truck with deputies inside, creating a dangerous situation before they managed to escape.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
1 day ago

Cat dies in huge San Francisco fire that displaces dozens

A major fire in San Francisco displaced 35 residents and required 140 firefighters to extinguish.
LA Dodgers
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Sheriff's deputies flee moving truck as man hijacks department vehicle in downtown L.A.

A man carjacked a bucket truck with deputies inside, creating a dangerous situation before they managed to escape.
#san-francisco
#community
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
20 hours ago

Toronto marks National Day Against Gun Violence days after Lawrence Heights shooting | CBC News

Mayor Olivia Chow emphasizes the need for healing and prevention on National Day Against Gun Violence.
#reproductive-rights
#national-security
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago
US news

With an eye to the World Cup, Trump signs executive order on drone risks

Trump signed an executive order to enhance drone security ahead of major public events, addressing national security and safety risks.
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago
US news

These Are the Countries Targeted by Trump's Travel Ban

President Trump announced travel bans on 19 countries citing security concerns and public safety, effective June 9, 2025.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

With an eye to the World Cup, Trump signs executive order on drone risks

Trump signed an executive order to enhance drone security ahead of major public events, addressing national security and safety risks.
US news
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

These Are the Countries Targeted by Trump's Travel Ban

President Trump announced travel bans on 19 countries citing security concerns and public safety, effective June 9, 2025.
#brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog
1 day ago

DOT Proposes Protected Bike Lane For Court Street This Summer - Streetsblog New York City

The addition of a protected bike lane on Court Street aims to improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians.
Brooklyn
fromStreetsblog
1 day ago

DOT Proposes Protected Bike Lane For Court Street This Summer - Streetsblog New York City

The addition of a protected bike lane on Court Street aims to improve safety for cyclists and pedestrians.
#hate-crime
fromSFGATE
1 day ago
NYC LGBT

Teens suspected of hate crime after throwing fireworks at Bay Area Pride

fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago
SF LGBT

San Antonio police were 'premature' in saying Jonathan Joss' murder wasn't a hate crime, police chief says

fromSFGATE
1 day ago
NYC LGBT

Teens suspected of hate crime after throwing fireworks at Bay Area Pride

fromAdvocate.com
1 day ago
SF LGBT

San Antonio police were 'premature' in saying Jonathan Joss' murder wasn't a hate crime, police chief says

US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

DHS memo details how National Guard troops will be used for immigration enforcement

National Guard troops are being requested for immigration enforcement tasks including transportation and detention support.
#mental-health
fromTruthout
1 day ago
NYC parents

Community-Based Violence Reduction Efforts Could Be Casualties of GOP Budget

fromIndependent
2 days ago
UK news

Carlow shopping centre shooting: Photos show shocking aftermath as barber describes terrifying scenes

fromTruthout
1 day ago
NYC parents

Community-Based Violence Reduction Efforts Could Be Casualties of GOP Budget

fromIndependent
2 days ago
UK news

Carlow shopping centre shooting: Photos show shocking aftermath as barber describes terrifying scenes

fromwww.portlandmercury.com
1 day ago

Good Morning, News: Musk Trump Tweet War, Twee Portland Imagination Aquarium, and Watch Out for the Heat Wave (and, Tweeny Turtles)

Portland’s upcoming heat wave will peak with daily highs of 95-96 degrees, raising concerns about health and safety, yet cooling off at night.
Portland food
#new-york-city
NYC politics
fromNBC New York
3 days ago

Who is Zohran Mamdani? Meet the NYC mayoral candidate

Zohran Mamdani focuses on lowering living costs for New Yorkers and enhancing community safety through structural reforms and social services.
NYC politics
fromNBC New York
3 days ago

Who is Zohran Mamdani? Meet the NYC mayoral candidate

Zohran Mamdani focuses on lowering living costs for New Yorkers and enhancing community safety through structural reforms and social services.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Live bull spotted running loose around streets of Birmingham

On Friday morning, a large bull was spotted running loose on the streets of east Birmingham, surprising pedestrians as police attempted to contain it.
London politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 day ago

Cyclists slashed by taut string on Marine Parkway Bridge

If part of kite fighting is that one of the kites gets cut off and flies away, I don't see how there's a way to do that safely. It's such a danger, it just feels like a matter of time before someone else gets hurt in this way.
NYC politics
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
1 day ago

Dupont Circle Park Will Be Closed During Pride Weekend Because a DJ Plans an Unpermitted Party There, the Park Service Says - Washingtonian

The closure of Dupont Circle Park between 5 AM Friday and 6 PM Sunday during WorldPride events follows a chaotic back-and-forth regarding safety concerns.
DC food
#national-weather-service
OMG science
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
1 day ago

Cuts to the National Weather Service Threaten Accurate Forecasting in Season of Extreme Weather

The National Weather Service is crucial for accurate weather forecasting but is currently facing significant staffing challenges.
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
1 day ago

Fighting dog which killed man was kept in filthy flat littered with needles

During the nine-minute call she didn't appear to be following instructions on how to give first aid, indicating a lack of responsibility and awareness regarding the situation.
UK news
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Thousands of criminal cases collapsing due to missing or lost police evidence

Thousands of criminal cases collapse annually in England and Wales due to lost or damaged evidence.
Budget cuts to police forces are significantly impacting the handling of evidence.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Prison for Instagram posts? L.A. authorities target street racing influencer

A prominent street racing influencer has been charged with multiple counts for organizing dangerous street takeovers that have resulted in fatalities.
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

Police seek suspect after woman allegedly dragged to wooded area of High Park and sexually assaulted: police | CBC News

Toronto police are pursuing a suspect linked to a sexual assault in High Park.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Wu blasts back at U.S. attorney for Mass. over ICE remarks

Mayor Wu defends transparency in local policing while condemning ICE agents' masked identities.
#law-enforcement
fromemptywheel
2 days ago
Right-wing politics

Perhaps Stephen Miller (Also) Believes in the Efficacy of a Deportation Gulag as a Tool to Usher in Fascism - emptywheel

fromemptywheel
2 days ago
Right-wing politics

Perhaps Stephen Miller (Also) Believes in the Efficacy of a Deportation Gulag as a Tool to Usher in Fascism - emptywheel

fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Reform MP's burka ban call was dumb, says party chair

Zia Yusuf criticized party member Sarah Pochin for suggesting a burka ban during PMQs, calling it 'dumb' since it wasn't an official Reform UK policy.
UK politics
London music
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Carnival sound system banned due to safety fears

Starliner Diamond Sound System denied license due to absence at council hearing and lack of safety paperwork.
East Bay (California)
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

40-Minute East Bay Highway Patrol Car Chase Tuesday Went All the Way From San Ramon to Milpitas

The high-speed car chase in California ended without injuries, contrasting a previous chase that was fatal.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 days ago

Oakley passes $96 million budget, prioritizing roads, public safety and facility upgrades

The budget prioritizes vital infrastructure and public safety needs, with a significant focus on the East Cypress Road expansion project to alleviate congestion.
East Bay (California)
#cologne
Germany news
fromThe Washington Post
3 days ago

German city evacuates 20,000 after unexploded World War II bombs are found

Cologne is evacuating 20,500 residents due to unexploded WWII bombs, marking the city's largest evacuation since the war.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
3 days ago

Cologne sees largest evacuation for bomb defusal since 1945

Cologne has launched its largest WWII bomb evacuation since 1945, affecting over 20,000 residents in preparation for a defusal operation.
Germany news
fromThe Washington Post
3 days ago

German city evacuates 20,000 after unexploded World War II bombs are found

Cologne is evacuating 20,500 residents due to unexploded WWII bombs, marking the city's largest evacuation since the war.
Germany news
fromThe Local Germany
3 days ago

Cologne sees largest evacuation for bomb defusal since 1945

Cologne has launched its largest WWII bomb evacuation since 1945, affecting over 20,000 residents in preparation for a defusal operation.
NYC politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
3 days ago

State's Next Generation 911 system is far behind schedule, but NYC's upgrades are nearly complete: DiNapoli

New York's NG911 upgrade is severely delayed, with NYC far ahead in transition progress.
NYC politics
fromNBC New York
3 days ago

Who is Whitney Tilson? Meet the NYC mayoral candidate

Whitney Tilson highlights education reform, public safety, and housing as central themes of his mayoral campaign.
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Gardai release photograph of Carlow gunman (22) as they appeal for witnesses to shooting

As part of the investigation process, Carlow gardaí wish to speak to anyone who was in the Fairgreen Shopping Centre or the vicinity of its carpark between 6pm and 6.30pm on Sunday last in connection with the serious shooting incident.
SF parents
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

N.H. woman fatally struck by Amtrak train while attempting to save dog

Alicia Leonardi, 42, was killed while trying to save a dog that had run onto train tracks in New Hampshire. Her friend suffered minor injuries.
Boston food
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 days ago

Phone theft: How to protect yourself from having your mobile stolen, according to the police

'We see it very day with people. Tourists are particularly targeted, they may be using their phones for maps or directional purposes. Put it away, keep it away.'
London food
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
3 days ago

We Analyzed Every Gun Case Since Bruen. The Result Is Horrifying.

Judge Reeves ruled the federal ban on machine guns unconstitutional, citing recent Supreme Court precedent.
The ruling reflects a growing trend of invalidating gun laws post-Bruen, impacting various firearm restrictions.
fromBKReader
3 days ago

Car Crashes Into Fence During Alleged Police Chase in Brooklyn

Police attempted to pull over a car near Cozine Avenue and Malta Street; the driver sped off, leading to a crash at East 105th Street.
Brooklyn
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