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Report shows 911 calls are down, crime is down—and police overtime is way up

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Budget analyst raises questions about police budget as Preston calls for a full audit.
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American policing is broken—and the history of Oakland cops helps explain why

Tim Redmond -
A brilliant, incisive new book exposes the corruption on one city, and its lessons for policing in the US. We talk to the authors.
Police

Four takeaways from the historic Police Commission vote this week

Tim Redmond -
A progressive commission is becoming the focus of broader criminal-justice reform issues.
Police

Police Commission considers dramatic changes in racist traffic stops (with Breed opposed)

Tim Redmond -
If a slim 4-3 majority holds, SF could take the national lead in addressing pattern of cops stopping and hassling Black and Brown motorists.
Police

Public outrage works: Killer robots are dead, at least for the moment

Tim Redmond -
After massive organizing efforts, supes back off on lethal force issue—but that discussion is by no means over.
Police

Major pushback against killer police robots; will it be enough?

Tim Redmond -
One supe has already changed his mind and will vote No tomorrow; legal issue, ballot measure still pending as city deals with national media fallout of bizarre policy
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Supes approve killer robots, 8-3

Tim Redmond -
With the national press watching, even progressives vote for a disturbing escalation in police power.
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Anti Police-Terror Project redistributes $3.5 million gift towards Black self-determination

Caitlin Donohue -
Social justice non-profits plus individuals and families impacted by state violence received the much-needed funds.
Police

Supes approve police spy cameras after debate that reflects national political instability

Tim Redmond -
When there is a real threat of fascism on the national level, what should SF do about the local police?
Police

Supes advance police spying bill

Tim Redmond -
Measure opposed by civil-liberties groups now goes to the full board.

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