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Privacy technologies
fromFortune
10 hours ago

Your neighbor just got a home security system, but should you be worried? 'It's inherently a little creepy' says surveillance expert | Fortune

Consumers are increasingly concerned about privacy and data control regarding home surveillance technology.
#community-safety
NYC politics
fromThe Marshall Project
1 day ago

In New York City, Mamdani's New Appointee Talks About Reimagining Public Safety

New York City establishes the Office of Community Safety to enhance crime prevention and support services under Mayor Mamdani's leadership.
NYC politics
fromPBS News
2 weeks ago

NYC Mayor Mamdani launches community safety office

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani launched a new office for community safety to reduce police involvement in mental health emergencies.
NYC politics
fromThe Marshall Project
1 day ago

In New York City, Mamdani's New Appointee Talks About Reimagining Public Safety

New York City establishes the Office of Community Safety to enhance crime prevention and support services under Mayor Mamdani's leadership.
NYC politics
fromPBS News
2 weeks ago

NYC Mayor Mamdani launches community safety office

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani launched a new office for community safety to reduce police involvement in mental health emergencies.
Chicago
fromTruthout
16 hours ago

ICE Presence Persists in Chicago as Raids Shift to Quieter Tactics

Federal immigration agents continue to operate in Chicago, impacting communities despite a reduction in visible presence since last fall.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

NAACP responds after homeless man 'dumped' in Oakland by San Leandro police

San Leandro officers forcibly transported a homeless man to Oakland and 'dumped' him, prompting outrage from civil rights groups.
#nypd
NYC parents
fromNBC New York
18 hours ago

NYPD searching for young sisters from Coney Island

NYPD is searching for two missing sisters, Jerzayah and Jeliyeh Singleton, last seen leaving their Coney Island home.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

'Highway Therapy': Lawsuit Reveals Alarming Details Of NYPD's Rampant Car Culture - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD officials allegedly retaliated against an officer for minor infractions, leading to a lawsuit for emotional distress and damages.
NYC parents
fromNBC New York
18 hours ago

NYPD searching for young sisters from Coney Island

NYPD is searching for two missing sisters, Jerzayah and Jeliyeh Singleton, last seen leaving their Coney Island home.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

'Highway Therapy': Lawsuit Reveals Alarming Details Of NYPD's Rampant Car Culture - Streetsblog New York City

NYPD officials allegedly retaliated against an officer for minor infractions, leading to a lawsuit for emotional distress and damages.
#community
Mission District
fromMission Local
1 day ago

The security guard who greets everyone in Mission Dolores

Jose Oscar Hernandez, a beloved security guard, fosters community connections at Holy Family Day Home, enhancing the neighborhood's spirit with his daily greetings.
Exercise
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

From the ground up' How Black Country volunteers are tackling the highest levels of inactivity in England

Kelvin Gilkes promotes cycling and physical activity to improve mental and physical well-being in his community.
Mission District
fromMission Local
1 day ago

The security guard who greets everyone in Mission Dolores

Jose Oscar Hernandez, a beloved security guard, fosters community connections at Holy Family Day Home, enhancing the neighborhood's spirit with his daily greetings.
Exercise
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

From the ground up' How Black Country volunteers are tackling the highest levels of inactivity in England

Kelvin Gilkes promotes cycling and physical activity to improve mental and physical well-being in his community.
#bronx
New York City
fromNew York Daily News
2 days ago

NYPD detectives probing Bronx murder seeking doorbell camera video end up with confession instead

A 21-year-old man was fatally shot in the Bronx, and the suspect confessed to the crime when approached by police.
New York City
fromHoodline
4 days ago

Bronx slashing near Castle Hill Ave - tips sought

A 25-year-old man was slashed in the neck in the Bronx after a verbal dispute, and the attacker remains unidentified.
New York City
fromNew York Daily News
2 days ago

NYPD detectives probing Bronx murder seeking doorbell camera video end up with confession instead

A 21-year-old man was fatally shot in the Bronx, and the suspect confessed to the crime when approached by police.
New York City
fromHoodline
4 days ago

Bronx slashing near Castle Hill Ave - tips sought

A 25-year-old man was slashed in the neck in the Bronx after a verbal dispute, and the attacker remains unidentified.
NYC music
fromStreetsblog California
2 days ago

The Week in Short Videos - Streetsblog California

Streetsblog NYC announced a themed action movie starring Sebastian Stan, alongside updates on videos and federal land fracking proposals.
Fundraising
fromFast Company
2 days ago

How giving starts progress and leadership scales it

Volatility and accountability are transforming philanthropy, requiring leadership to drive impactful change.
#vision-zero
Alternative transportation
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Traffic safety improvements frequently die by popular vote. It's time to stop that

Vision Zero, a Swedish road safety philosophy, proves traffic deaths are preventable through proper street design, enforcement, and awareness, yet Americans resist safety improvements due to normalized traffic violence.
Alternative transportation
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Traffic safety improvements frequently die by popular vote. It's time to stop that

Vision Zero, a Swedish road safety philosophy, proves traffic deaths are preventable through proper street design, enforcement, and awareness, yet Americans resist safety improvements due to normalized traffic violence.
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

Man dies after group fight in Concord elementary school parking lot, police say

A man died following a group fight in a school parking lot during an after school program.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Two dead in Pomona police pursuit stemming from domestic violence call

A domestic violence call in Pomona led to a police pursuit, resulting in two fatalities and the arrest of suspect Marshall Judson.
fromFuturism
3 days ago

Delivery Robot Companies in Trouble as Bot Become Targets for Vandalism

Out of the company's first 80,000 deliveries the bots finished on campus, about 1,600 involved incidents of vandalism. At a cost of $2,500 per Kiwibot, the damage adds up quick.
London startup
fromPhilosophynow
4 days ago
Philosophy

The Collective City

Islamic philosophy invites plurality and coexistence, emphasizing the importance of dialogue and the acceptance of error in understanding.
US news
fromsfist.com
5 days ago

Tuesday Morning Topline: Bay Area City Giving Away Ring Cameras

Supervisor Jackie Fielder's mental health issue may lead to her resignation, paralleling past cases of supervisors stepping back due to health concerns.
Social justice
fromPUNCH
6 days ago

What Does a Bar Owe Its Neighbors?

Bartenders in urban areas face challenges of homelessness and mental health crises, requiring a balance of compassion, safety, and quick decision-making.
#brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

BREAKING | 7-month-old baby shot dead on walk with mom in Brooklyn, sources say | amNewYork

A 7-month-old child was shot dead in Brooklyn, possibly by a stray bullet, while being pushed in a stroller by their mother.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

BREAKING | 7-month-old baby shot dead on walk with mom in Brooklyn, sources say | amNewYork

A 7-month-old child was shot dead in Brooklyn, possibly by a stray bullet, while being pushed in a stroller by their mother.
SOMA, SF
fromStreetsblog San Francisco
5 days ago

Op-Ed: Don't Blow Sunday Streets - Streetsblog San Francisco

San Francisco's budget cuts threaten the Sunday Streets program, vital for community health and cohesion, by eliminating significant funding from the Department of Public Health.
fromLady Freethinker
5 days ago

Detroit Police Appoint First Officer Dedicated to Animal Cruelty Cases

The new role was prompted in part by a disturbing case last year involving a dog that had been stabbed by her guardian live on social media. The dog's former guardian was ultimately sentenced to two to seven years in prison, and the dog has since been placed with a new family.
Pets
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

Victim Services Toronto expands 'Ask for Angela' safety campaign ahead of World Cup | CBC News

Victim Services Toronto expands the Ask for Angela initiative to support survivors of gender-based violence during the FIFA World Cup.
fromNextgov.com
5 days ago

Citizen Science Month 2026 is about more than just stargazing

Citizen Science Month is built around a goal of 2.5 million 'Acts of Science,' tying the annual event to America's 250th birthday through a simple but powerful idea: lots of small contributions can add up to something really meaningful.
OMG science
LGBT
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
5 days ago

Met Police to scrap non-crime hate incident investigations in five months - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Metropolitan Police will stop investigating non-crime hate incidents to focus on criminal activities and improve resource allocation.
SF politics
fromStreetsblog USA
6 days ago

Transit Safety For the People, By the People - Streetsblog USA

The RIDER Safety Act proposes hiring transit ambassadors to enhance safety in public transit without police involvement.
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

I took off my headphones and noticed a stranger in peril

Wearing headphones isolates individuals from their surroundings, while being present enhances awareness and engagement with the world.
NYC LGBT
fromGothamist
6 days ago

'Hey sexy': NYC launches anti-street harassment campaign in subways, public spaces

New York City launches an ad campaign to combat street harassment, featuring graphic ads and resources for reporting and intervention.
Boston
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

16-year-old arrested in Allston shooting

A 16-year-old faces multiple charges for a shooting in Allston that injured another juvenile.
fromFast Company
14 hours ago

Why AI-powered city cameras are sounding new privacy alarms

The expansion of automatic license plate readers as a source of deep concern is evident as government authorities seek ways to target immigrant and transgender communities.
Privacy technologies
London politics
fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Roving security team to tackle surge in antisocial behaviour in Dublin parks

A new Mobile Security Crew will patrol city parks to deter antisocial behavior during a six-month trial period.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

More ABC7 viewers share issues with rising mail theft in San Jose communities

Mail theft in San Jose is escalating, with residents experiencing repeated incidents and significant financial losses.
fromInvestigative Post
2 days ago

Investigative Post event on reforming Buffalo and NY government.

John Kaehny has written and successfully lobbied for the passage of state and New York City laws related to government transparency and accountability, including the first open data law in the world in 2012.
NYC politics
Mission District
fromMission Local
1 day ago

S.F. probation department's new van hits the streets

The San Francisco probation department's mobile unit aims to assist homeless individuals on probation with essential services and resources.
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 week ago

National Security Starts at Home - Not on the Battlefield

National security relies on enduring internal capacity rather than just accumulated hard power or visible instruments of power.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Criminal case against man shot by cops during mental health crisis will move forward | amNewYork

A Queens man shot by police during a mental health crisis faces criminal charges despite calls for dismissal from his mother and community members.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Mayor resigns over social media posts about Golders Green arson

The mayor of Bath resigned after sharing controversial posts about an antisemitic arson attack, leading to his suspension and public apology.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

'We call it the walking bus': How kids are getting to school amid ICE operations

Immigration enforcement actions have increased fear among residents in Democratic-run cities, impacting families and children significantly.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
6 days ago

Thousands turn out for Oakland No Kings march

Thousands protested across the U.S. against authoritarianism, with Oakland's No Kings march being one of the largest events, attracting 20,000 participants.
#gang-violence
London politics
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Woman brutally attacked by gang in latest hijacking spree as gardai warn of nationwide surge

There is deep concern regarding gang violence following a controversial court ruling in Dublin.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Light in this darkness': communities push back against Cape Town gang culture

Cape Flats townships experience devastating gang violence that destroys families, yet community members like Lindy Jacobs persist in creating positive change through youth programs and sports initiatives despite personal tragedy.
London politics
fromIndependent
1 day ago

Woman brutally attacked by gang in latest hijacking spree as gardai warn of nationwide surge

There is deep concern regarding gang violence following a controversial court ruling in Dublin.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Light in this darkness': communities push back against Cape Town gang culture

Cape Flats townships experience devastating gang violence that destroys families, yet community members like Lindy Jacobs persist in creating positive change through youth programs and sports initiatives despite personal tragedy.
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Embracing the Warrior-Guardian Paradox in Modern Policing

The warrior and guardian are not competing philosophies between which a department must choose. They are complementary capacities every officer needs - and every agency must develop, sustain, and honor equally.
Social justice
New York City
fromHoodline
2 days ago

Queens police seek two in Jamaica Ave robbery

A 25-year-old man was robbed and assaulted in Queens, with two suspects still at large as police seek public assistance.
#nyc-community-boards
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

NYC Council members would have more control in establishing community boards, per new bill

A new bill proposes that NYC Council members appoint half of community board members to enhance local representation.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

NYC community boards: What to know about these civic groups, how they operate and why there's a reform push

NYC Community Boards are essential for civic engagement, allowing residents to voice opinions and influence local governance.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

NYC Council members would have more control in establishing community boards, per new bill

A new bill proposes that NYC Council members appoint half of community board members to enhance local representation.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

NYC community boards: What to know about these civic groups, how they operate and why there's a reform push

NYC Community Boards are essential for civic engagement, allowing residents to voice opinions and influence local governance.
California
fromStreetsblog
6 days ago

No Kings Rallies Throughout California - Streetsblog California

Record attendance of 8 million at No Kings rallies across the U.S., with significant participation in California's major cities.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
6 days ago

Three Stabbed Near Dumont And Powell In Brownsville

Three people were stabbed in Brownsville, Brooklyn, with the attacker still at large and no arrests made as of the initial report.
Non-profit organizations
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 days ago

'Game-Changer': Non-Profit Throws Financial Lifeline to Open Streets Program - Streetsblog New York City

The new funding model for open streets provides upfront financial support to volunteer organizations, improving efficiency and community engagement.
Relationships
fromPortland Monthly
2 weeks ago

From the Editor: Building Community Isn't Always Fun. Do It Anyway.

Proximity-based community organizing builds solidarity across differences through sustained engagement and shared material goals, fostering understanding that transcends initial disagreements.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Sadiq Khan protection officers leave bag with guns and Taser on south London street'

Armed police officers left a bag with firearms and a Taser on the street, prompting an investigation by the Metropolitan police.
New York City
fromThe New Yorker
3 days ago

Zohran Mamdani's Pick to Help "Fundamentally Change" the Way New Yorkers Relate to City Government

Tascha Van Auken aims to transform New Yorkers' relationship with city government through the Mayor's Office of Mass Engagement.
fromKqed
5 days ago

Court Orders California Sheriff to Release Personnel Records in Watchdog Investigation | KQED

The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office must comply with subpoenas issued by the county's civilian oversight board as part of a whistleblower investigation into alleged misconduct, a state appeals court ruled Thursday.
California
SF politics
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

Bridging the Red-Blue Divide, One Concrete Deed at a Time

Community Works builds trust across partisan divides by organizing nonpolitical community service activities that unite neighbors regardless of political affiliation.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Two teen girls arrested after street disturbance

Officers were called to Clapham High Street on Tuesday evening and put a dispersal order in place to move the young people out of the area.
London politics
New York City
fromCity Journal
5 days ago

Madison Square Garden Honored the NYPD. Mamdani Should Follow Suit

Showing support for the police through policy action is as important as expressing gratitude.
NYC politics
fromNew York City, NY Patch
6 days ago

Your Vote Decides Which New York Neighborhood Fix Mamdani Will Tackle Next

Over 11,600 New Yorkers participated in the Mayor's Municipal Madness to select city projects for repair by Mayor Zohran Mamdani.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
2 weeks ago

Project Restore Expands To Brownsville - Brooklyn Violence Program

Project Restore expands to Brownsville, aiming to reduce gang involvement through paid work and trauma-informed support.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Your Party to focus local election efforts on backing independent candidates

Your Party is targeting urban areas with large Muslim populations to support independent candidates and community groups against Labour.
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

How to Help Communities Rebound from Crisis and Disaster

Disaster psychology provides an empirically-based framework for building community resilience and growth during crises through understanding predictable psychological phases and natural recovery mechanisms.
Online Community Development
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

No One Is Coming to Help-Except Your Neighbors

Building community-led resilience networks and mutual aid groups nationwide enables neighbors to support each other through overlapping crises including climate change, inequality, and government violence.
NYC politics
fromDailywire
6 days ago

Deciphering New York's Persistent Violence And Public Disorder

New York City crime data shows a decline in gun violence but overall crime remains above pre-pandemic levels.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 week ago

Mamdani's public safety promises are slow going. His allies say that's the point.

Mayor Mamdani's cautious approach to police reform is seen as a strategic choice by advocates, despite scaling back several campaign promises.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

New bin rules begin in England but not all councils are ready

New rules mandate weekly food waste collections in England, but many councils are unprepared to meet the deadline.
Philosophy
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Neighbors, It's Time to Make a Stand

Universal conviction in one's own righteousness divides humanity, while accelerating evolutionary mismatch from our technology-created world remains our shared existential problem.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
1 month ago

Budget cuts devastated an Oakland public safety program. Now neighbors are scraping by

Oakland's elimination of the Neighborhood Services Division devastated nearly 50 volunteer-run neighborhood councils that lost dedicated coordinators and community resource officers, forcing them to operate independently without city support.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Campaigners celebrate after new town plans dropped

Campaigner Aysha Hawcutt stated that residents were 'not anti-homes', but believed the Adlington plan was 'the wrong proposal in the wrong place'. She expressed pride in the community's resilience against the development threats.
London politics
East Bay (California)
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Suspected prowler allegedly engaged in 'inappropriate behavior,' linked to 6 Oakland incidents: OPD

Oakland police link a man to at least six prowling incidents in East Oakland neighborhoods, with reports beginning in March 2025 and ongoing investigations in Maxwell Park.
NYC politics
fromAP News
2 weeks ago

NYC Mayor Mamdani launches community safety office, inching forward a campaign promise

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani established an office for community safety to reduce police involvement in mental health emergencies, starting with two staff members and plans to expand the B-HEARD program.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 weeks ago

Op-Ed | Mamdani's moonshot: A Department of Community Safety | amNewYork

New York City's crisis response system relies on police instead of specialized infrastructure, requiring a Department of Community Safety to address mental health crises, violence, and homelessness through stabilization and long-term support.
NYC politics
fromFox News
2 weeks ago

Mamdani moves to sideline NYC police with new safety office under sweeping overhaul

NYC Mayor Mamdani creates Office of Community Safety to centralize public safety programs, shifting focus from policing to prevention and community support services.
fromCalifornia Post
1 month ago

LA residents fought rampant break-ins with ingenious solution - now the city is forcing them to stop

We are taking back the streets. We are taking back the power. Last year, my neighbor's teenage daughter was too scared to go to school because their home was broken into. Everything was stolen from them. Now we have kids who are happy to be outside and play on the streets. We went from a high level of crime in 2025 to zero once we got these cameras and warning signs installed.
Los Angeles
Social justice
fromCity Limits
2 months ago

Opinion: Real Public Safety Comes from Support, Not Jail Cells

Systematic disinvestment in neighborhoods, not juvenile justice reform, drives youth violence by removing supportive resources and trusted adults.
California
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Man confronts burglars in his own house

Burglars smashed a rear sliding glass door and entered a Maple Street home while a resident was inside; suspects fled in an SUV.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Last-ditch call to save police front counters

Ten London police front counters will close, reducing 37 to 27 and leaving only two 24-hour counters, raising concerns for vulnerable residents.
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