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Chiefs, Prosecutors Launch Initiative to Reduce Prison Population

More than a hundred of the nation's top police chiefs and prosecutors joined forces this week to launch a new effort to cut the number of people in prison. The new coalition of 120 heavyweights, called Law Enforcement Leaders to Reduce Crime and Incarceration, is based on one big idea: Putting too many people behind bars doesn't keep the public safe.

October 22, 2015

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New Baltimore Police Chief Confirmed

Amid protests by youth activists, the Baltimore City Council voted overwhelmingly to confirm Kevin Davis as the city’s new police chief Monday night.

October 20, 2015

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Philly Police Commissioner Announces Retirement

Ramsey's retirement will be effective on January 7th, the anniversary of his swearing-in back in 2008. He thanked Mayor Michael Nutter, whose second term also ends in January. More Here.

October 19, 2015

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Video: Philly Police Commissioner Announces Retirement

Ramsey's retirement will be effective on January 7th, the anniversary of his swearing-in back in 2008. He thanked Mayor Michael Nutter, whose second term also ends in January.

October 19, 2015

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Former Louisiana Police Chief Given 1-Year Sentence for Tasing Prisoners

Dupuis, 57, of Mamou, pleaded guilty to one count of violation of an individual’s civil rights on April 13 and was sentenced Wednesday by U.S. District Court.

October 15, 2015

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Baltimore PD Breaks Up Sit-In Protest at City Hall Over Police Commissioner Selection

Baltimore police disbanded an overnight occupation of City Hall by activists who say they want a voice in the process of selecting a permanent police commissioner, and at least 16 people could be seen being led away to police vehicles early Thursday. More Here.

October 15, 2015

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Video: Baltimore PD Breaks Up Sit-In Protest at City Hall Over Police Commissioner Selection

Baltimore police disbanded an overnight occupation of City Hall by activists who say they want a voice in the process of selecting a permanent police commissioner, and at least 16 people could be seen being led away to police vehicles early Thursday.

October 15, 2015

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Resisting Reserve Officers Not a Crime in Michigan

Resisting or obstructing a reserve police officer in Michigan isn't a crime, according to a recent Michigan Court of Appeals ruling that at least one statewide law enforcement official says will have "huge ramifications for public safety."

September 22, 2015

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Video: Arkansas Chief to Resign to Keep Family Safe

Bald Knob, Ark., Police Chief Erek Balentine is resigning, saying he feels that doing so will better the safety of his family after his truck was vandalized.

September 22, 2015

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Arkansas Chief to Resign to Keep Family Safe

Bald Knob, Ark., Police Chief Erek Balentine is resigning, saying he feels that doing so will better the safety of his family. His announcement of resignation comes just days after his truck was vandalized overnight. More Here.

September 22, 2015

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'Black Lives Matter' Post Leads to North Carolina Chief's Retirement

Surf City, N.C., Police Chief Mike Halstead has retired effective immediately following an emergency meeting called in reference to a Facebook post he made. Major Ron Shanahan will take over as Interim Chief.

September 16, 2015

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Man Killed After Reportedly Shooting Oklahoma Chief

A law enforcement encounter with a McAlester, Okla., man turned deadly early Sunday morning, leaving the man dead and a local police chief seriously wounded.

September 14, 2015