Bodycam video shows California man with shovel gunned down after charging cop outside elementary school

A shocking confrontation in California unfolded when a man, armed with a shovel, charged at a police officer outside an elementary school. Bodycam video shows the man sprinting toward the patrol car before gunfire erupted, leaving him dead. The proximity to the school has raised concerns among community members.

Bodycam video shows California man with shovel gunned down after charging cop outside elementary school

Speed cameras might make roads safer, but they’re also a big money maker for localities

Speed cameras are promoted for reducing speeding and enhancing road safety. Yet some officials, including Sen. Mark Peake, worry these devices may be more profitable than protective, prompting calls for legislative action.

Speed cameras might make roads safer, but they’re also a big money maker for localities

Hundreds of faith-based leaders gather in Flint for training to review, update security plans

Hundreds of faith-based leaders convened in Flint to review and update security protocols under the guidance of local law enforcement. Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson and Attorney General Dana Nessel lent their expertise, underscoring the importance of protecting places of worship.

Hundreds of faith-based leaders gather in Flint for training to review, update security plans

Rotterdam fire department receives $821K grant for recruitment efforts

A Rotterdam fire district has received a significant boost from a federal SAFER grant, amounting to $821,000, to strengthen its recruitment efforts. The funding, awarded to Rotterdam-Princetown Fire District No. 5, is set to enhance the district’s ability to attract new volunteers and bolster its firefighting capabilities.

Rotterdam fire department receives $821K grant for recruitment efforts

Teen e-bike rider facing charges after being hit by car in Milford

A teenage e-bike rider in Milford faces charges after colliding with a car, prompting local police to issue a strong warning about safety. Officials say this incident highlights the perils of riding e-bikes without proper awareness. They encourage operators to follow the rules of the road to avoid dangerous and potentially costly outcomes.

Teen e-bike rider facing charges after being hit by car in Milford

Baltimore DPW ‘tainted’ investigation of trash truck death, state’s attorney says

A fatal trash truck incident has triggered concerns over the integrity of the Baltimore Department of Public Works’ investigation. State’s Attorney Bates calls the inquiry “tainted” and points to a lack of proper training among Solid Waste employees.

Baltimore DPW ‘tainted’ investigation of trash truck death, state’s attorney says

GBI investigating Evans County shooting

The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has stepped in to examine a shooting in Evans County. The incident, which happened Sunday morning, has raised questions and concerns across the Claxton community.

GBI investigating Evans County shooting

Off-duty officer shoots and wounds man inside New York City’s busy Penn Station, police say

An off-duty officer shot and wounded a 32-year-old man on Wednesday night in Penn Station, the nation’s busiest train hub. New York Police are investigating the event, which happened inside the midtown Manhattan complex.

After years of planning, Glenville moving forward with fire training facility

A new fire training facility in Glenville has finally taken a major step forward after years of discussions. The project, aimed at supporting local firefighters, has overcome long-standing hurdles to reach this important milestone.

After years of planning, Glenville moving forward with fire training facility

Sheriff to host forum on regional policing proposal

Windham County Sheriff Mark Anderson believes the current law enforcement system isn’t meeting local expectations. By hosting a forum, he hopes to introduce a regional policing approach that can address the “piecemeal and patchwork” coverage he sees in towns throughout the county.

Sheriff to host forum on regional policing proposal