Articles tagged as: Public Safety
February 1, 2021
Police To Hold Series Of Community Meetings
Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department commanders will host a series of virtual community meetings in February.
Read MoreJanuary 27, 2021
Indiana Black Caucus Pleased With Progress Of Justice Reform Agenda
The Indiana Black Legislative Caucus says its pleased with progress so far this session on it's justice reform agenda.
Read MoreJanuary 12, 2021
Southern Indiana Officer Arrested For Battery, Misconduct
A 14-year veteran of the Columbus Police Department was arrested Tuesday on felony battery and official misconduct charges for allegedly slugging a handcuffed suspect in the rear of a patrol vehicle, Indiana State Police said.
Read MoreJanuary 7, 2021
Senate Committee Debates Ban On 'Defunding' Police, Public Safety
Legislation debated in an Indiana Senate committee Thursday would ban local governments from ever decreasing police or fire department budgets, unless there's a revenue shortfall.
Read MoreJanuary 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.
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