Articles tagged as: Public Safety
November 6, 2023
Where Indianapolis’ mayoral candidates stand on the need for a public safety director
Criminal justice has been at the forefront of Indianapolis’ 2023 mayoral race, with both candidates – Democratic incumbent Joe Hogsett and Republican Jefferson Shreve – campaigning on how they will address public safety.
Read MoreSeptember 14, 2023
Proposed IMPD budget focuses on staffing, technology. But community says more money needed for mental health
Community members criticized the proposed budget for the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department at a public hearing Wednesday, calling it “excessive.”
Read MoreSeptember 11, 2023
‘I don’t know what will get in our way’: Black Church Coalition launches initiative to reshape policing
Faith in Indiana’s Black Church Coalition says its new campaign aims to address multiple systemic issues, such as housing access and substance abuse resources. It also has a plan to engage more people as advocates.
Read MoreJune 30, 2023
Trauma-informed fireworks safety and awareness this 4th of July
With the 4th of July holiday just around the corner, it is important to remember the importance of fireworks safety. Many people do not understand how to safely handle fireworks. There is also a large population that does not consider how triggering fireworks can be for those suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Read MoreMay 25, 2023
Local law enforcement and other agencies ready for race day
More than a quarter of a million people will file into the Indianapolis Motor Speedway this weekend for the 107th running of the Indianapolis 500.
Read MoreMarch 23, 2023
Indy mayoral candidate Shackleford emphasizes reestablishing community and police trust
Public safety is a major priority for many mayoral candidates, including Shackleford, and reinstating a public safety director is at the top of her list.
Read MoreNovember 11, 2022
The safety, vibrancy and health of Downtown are the focus of new investment
City leaders said the $3.5 million dollar investment will go to overtime for IMPD patrol, a DPW cleaning crew and outreach to homeless residents.
Read MoreAugust 16, 2022
City buying tougher windshields after cop killed in cruiser
A central Indiana city where a police officer was killed by gunshots fired into his cruiser is investing in bullet-resistant windshields for its 19 police vehicles.
Read MoreAugust 11, 2022
City officials hope pay boost will help recruit more IMPD officers
The 2023 budget proposal includes a 16 percent pay increase for new officers to nearly $62,000 a year.
Read MoreAugust 11, 2022
Indiana officer critically wounded in traffic stop shooting
A Richmond police officer was critically wounded and a man was injured in a shootout following a traffic stop and search for possible narcotics, authorities said.
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