Public Safety
Long Beach Appoints First Director of Police Oversight Commission
The Long Beach City Council has appointed Francine Kerridge as the city’s first police oversight director.
Read MoreLA City Council Approves New Budget for LAPD
The Los Angeles City Council has voted 12-3 in favor of a new police contract that will provide raises and new bonuses for police officers.
Read MoreLA Launches Regional Task Force to Combat Organized Retail Crime
Los Angeles has launched a regional task force to prevent organized retail crime and find thieves.
Read MoreIs the Increase in Smash-and-Grab Robberies a Result of Zero Cash Bail?
With an increase in smash-and-grab robberies, is zero cash bail to blame?
Read MoreLong Beach Launches Crisis Team to Replace Police for Certain Calls
The City of Long Beach has launched a pilot program that will send mental health professionals to certain emergency calls.
Read MoreLAPD Reaches New Agreement with Union
The Los Angeles Police Department and the union representing officers have reached a tentative four-year agreement.
Read MoreGov. Gavin Newsom Launches “Heat Ready CA” for Extreme Heat
To combat extreme heat, Governor Gavin Newsom has launched “Heat Ready CA,” a $20 million campaign to ensure residents are prepared.
Read MoreCalifornia Attorney General Rob Bonta Launches New Plan for Retail Crime
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has announced a new plan to combat organized retail crime in stores.
Read MoreA Recap of Mayor Bass’ State of the City Address
Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has given her first State of the City Address where she touched on a number of issues affecting the city.
Read MoreMetro to Explore In-House Police Department amid Contract Extension with LAPD
The Los Angeles Metro Board of Directors has voted to extend its contract with the Los Angeles and Long Beach Police Departments for three additional years.
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