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Rulennis Munoz (center right) outside Lancaster Courthouse Oct. 14, after learning that the police officer who fatally shot her brother had been cleared of criminal wrongdoing by the Lancaster County District Attorney. Her mother, Miguelina Peña, and he

During A Mental Health Crisis, A Family's Call To 911 Turns Tragic

Oct 29, 2020
A mother in Lancaster, Pa., tried for years to help her grown son get consistent treatment for schizophrenia. Then, hoping to get him involuntarily committed for care, the family called the police.
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Nevada Passes Policing Bills, Including A Ban On Chokeholds

Aug 03, 2020

CARSON CITY, Nev. (AP) — Nevada joined the growing number of state Legislatures throughout the United States that have revisited laws governing police conduct.

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Nevada Official Offers Possible Police Reforms To Lawmakers

Jun 16, 2020

CARSON CITY, Nev. (AP) — In response to the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis and the protests that have followed, Nevada lawmakers have vowed to reform how law enforcement operates in the state.

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Police Reforms: Does Nevada Need Them? Will They Work?

Jun 10, 2020

Congress seems uniquely united that something needs to be done about policing throughout the country.

But will a ban on chokeholds or a national review board be the solutions needed?

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When It Comes To Police Reform, Insurance Companies May Play A Role

Apr 01, 2016
There are limits to what the government can do, but it turns out that insurers look for ways to push police departments they cover to reduce risk.
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Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel responds to a question during a news conference about new police procedures on Wednesday.

Chicago Mayor Announces More Tasers, Training For Police

Dec 30, 2015
Rahm Emanuel outlined the changes as activists continue to call for the mayor's resignation after yet another fatal shooting involving police over the weekend.
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