Social unrest after high-profile cases of violence at the hands of police have spurred ongoing debates about the role of law enforcement in communities. Now, school districts across the country – including some in Indiana – are reevaluating their relationships with school-based officers.

The measure also governs use-of-force policies established by local communities for their police. It says police can't be disciplined if they use whatever force they think is necessary when their lives are threatened.

Legislation that would tie the hands of local governments from shifting money away from public safety agencies easily passed a Senate committee.

Over the weekend, hundreds of demonstrators across Indiana joined national protests against police violence. Most of the protesters were largely peaceful. Police clashed with crowds in response to thrown objects and vandalism by firing tear gas, pepper spray pellets and flares.

The program adds resources and staff to focus on NIBIN, a forensics tool that uses crime scene evidence to quickly identify potential suspects.

There will also be a resource fair at the Warren Branch of the Indianapolis Public Library.

IMPD is also launching an incentive program that gives sworn merit officers up to $500 when they recruit a qualified candidate.

Cities across the country are struggling to find the police officers they need to fill vacant positions. That's leading some departments to rethink how they can lure recruits.

IMPD is focused on reducing gun violence, as the city is on pace to set a new record for criminal homicides this year.

The purchase of the armored vehicle has drawn criticism from opponents who worry it would militarize the town's law enforcement.