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The Shoestring and NEPM previously reported on a dubious claim in marketing emails sent to local police departments. Now, the company has settled with...
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In a hearing for an ongoing public records lawsuit last week, lawyers for the DA's office argued releasing unredacted Brady letters would be a...
Police
Westside police signed a partnership with Homeland Security Investigations last year. It's still active, but the city’s police chief says his officers haven’t been...
Investigations
A federal directive orders state and local police that partner with the FBI to use common opinions as evidence of terrorist intent.
Community
Law enforcement agents discussed targeted youth recruiting efforts at the "Fall Public Safety Festival."
Police
For James Ware, an extremely ill Department of Correction prisoner, a final chance at release after medical parole denial.
Investigations
A network of hundreds of cameras, accessible to police at any time for any reason, is concentrated in the city's poorest areas.
Police
Lt. Alan Borowski had sued his superiors at the NPD over internal turmoil he said affected his career.
Police
Over the last several years, the department has purchased thousands of dollars worth of lethal and “less-lethal” weapons and accessories.
Investigations
Police seized over 30 luxury cars from an alleged drug trafficker in New Salem. After auctioning many of the cars, they’ve been busy spending...
Police
As police and civilian drone usage climbs despite a lack of clear guidelines and changing rules, authorities, advocates, and amateurs struggle to keep a...
Investigations
Northampton settled Eric Matlock’s civil rights lawsuit for $100,000. That’s not the only payout the city has made in recent years.