Public Safety

‘How can I help you today?’: Man suspected of robbing bank greeted police like an employee
Man arrested after chaotic crime spree, arson at Tacoma bank

UES therapist launching ‘Uber for pedestrians’ to combat street safety fears: ‘I’m risking my life over cab fare’
NYC therapist creates app to boost street safety with a pedestrian buddy system


Police reportedly shoot, kill dog while responding to call in Pasadena
Pasadena police fatally shoot dog during response to incoherent woman


Victim, 37, whose corpse was sexually abused on NYC subway was hard-working father and family man, heartbroken wife says
NYC subway tragedy: Man's body violated after death, family seeks justice


NY’s anti-justice Parole Board’s shameful salary: Letters to the Editor — April 15, 2025
NY Parole Board criticized for pay hikes, releasing cop-killers


Sen. Mike Lee seeks to crack down on ‘secret meetings’ of local DC government
Sen. Mike Lee aims to block D.C. Council's secret meetings amid local-federal tensions

NH House approves legalizing blackjacks, brass knuckles in budget amendment
NH House advances amendment to legalize blackjacks, slung shots, and knuckles

Adams’ call for involuntary care: Letters to the Editor — April 14, 2025
Mayor Adams' involuntary treatment plan stirs mental health debate.


Los Angeles police arrest suspect in Reseda triple stabbing
Three stabbed in Reseda; suspect arrested, motive unknown


Pueblo Fire Department fighting large brush fire near Lake Minnequa
Pueblo Fire Dept. battles brush fire near Lake Minnequa; no evacuations yet.

State police outfit patrol troopers across the commonwealth with body-worn cameras
PA State Troopers now equipped with body cameras for transparency and accountability

Sicko accused of sexually abusing corpse on NYC subway: sources
NYPD seeks man for abusing corpse on Manhattan subway train


Pennsylvania State Police looking for missing Cambria County man
Search underway for missing Cambria County man, Larry Bursky, last seen April 5.

Asheville pedestrian killed in possible hit-and-run on Patton Ave; APD investigating
Asheville hit-and-run leaves pedestrian dead, suspect at large


Buyouts and early retirement offered to Homeland Security staff
DHS offers buyouts amid Trump admin's federal workforce reshaping

Trump's Tariffs and DOGE Will Set Off a Crime Wave | Opinion
Trump's tariffs and cuts threaten economy, public safety, and increase crime risk.


Police investigating shooting near Rainbow Crosswalks in midtown Atlanta
Shooting near Atlanta's rainbow crosswalks leaves one injured; police investigate

‘Caring’ man mauled to death while feeding brother’s dogs
Tragic death by dog attack: Man mauled while caring for brother's pets in Birmingham

Debate resumes over 8 p.m. curfew for teens downtown after boy is shot during ‘teen takeover’ in Streeterville
Chicago debates curfew after teen takeover endangers residents

DHS ending participation in naturalization ceremonies in sanctuary jurisdictions
USCIS halts naturalization in sanctuary cities amid policy clash with localities
