Articles tagged as: Public Safety
January 4, 2021
Senators Propose State Oversight Of IMPD
Two Indiana State Senators filed a bill that would create a state board to oversee the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department.
Read MoreDecember 31, 2020
The Work, Funding And Challenges Of Addressing The Root Causes Of Violence
Many Indianapolis organizations, public and private, hope to lower violent crime by addressing root causes. These groups mentor, feed people, increase employment opportunities, reduce homelessness and connect those in need with mental health services. This series reports on their work, their funding and their ongoing challenges.
Read MoreDecember 29, 2020
Officials: Mental Health Resources Key To Improving Police-Community Relationship
Public health and criminal justice officials say improving the police's relationship with the community isn't possible without addressing mental health -- both with law enforcement and the people they serve.
Read MoreDecember 21, 2020
Indiana Police Now Using Drug-Detection Device On Drivers
The device called the SoToxa Mobile Test System is a handheld analyzer that uses an oral fluid swab to detect the presence of drugs.
Read MoreDecember 21, 2020
Federal Funds For Safe Neighborhood Project
The Department of Justices Project Safe Neighborhoods announced grants for programs that target community outreach, gun crime reduction and data improvement.
Read MoreOctober 8, 2020
New Portal Aims To Increase Transparency Of IMPD Processes
A new online portal aims to increase the transparency of Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department processes for the public.
Read MoreOctober 6, 2020
Law Enforcement Leaders Defend Profession At Indianapolis Forum
The forum was organized by several community organizations, including the Indiana Drug Enforcement Association and the Indianapolis Recorder.
Read MoreSeptember 29, 2020
Proposal To Change IMPD General Orders Committee Advances
The Indianapolis City-County Council's Public Safety and Criminal Justice Committee advanced a proposal that will add community voices to a General Orders Committee for the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department.
Read MoreSeptember 21, 2020
Safety Ambassadors Hit The Streets In Downtown Indianapolis
Safety ambassadors are part of a new initiative to improve downtown public safety efforts.
Read MoreAugust 19, 2020
Officials Announce Public Safety Investment For Downtown Indy
Plans to address public safety in downtown Indianapolis were announced Wednesday. The city will contribute an additional $750 thousand in TIF money to efforts.
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