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Citizen Portal News Washington

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1 day ago

Sensing Guideline Commission approves expanding Option B eligibility to include some Assault II cases for youth aged 14 and older On March 13, 2026, the Sensing Guideline Commission voted to adopt a juvenile committee recommendation to allow judges discretion to apply Option B to Assault II adjudications for youth aged 14 or older; the motion passed 7–3 with 6 abstentions after lengthy debate over discretion, court enforceability and available services.

The Sensing Guideline Commission has taken a bold step by allowing judges to consider community supervision for youth aged 14 and older facing Assault II charges—redefining justice for our young offenders.

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Citizen Portal News Texas

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1 day ago

Houston County approves resolutions backing three bridge replacements with TXDOT Commissioners approved a resolution supporting bridge replacements at CR 4535 (White Rock Creek), CR 4035 (Box Creek) and CR 3575 (Wright Creek), and the auditor noted recordkeeping and tracking requirements for the projects.

Houston County is set to enhance safety and connectivity with the approval of three vital bridge replacement projects!

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Archange Shadows

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1 day ago

👀 What’s next? Will prosecutors use this as evidence of intent? And how will synagogues nationwide adjust security? #CommunitySafety #Justice

Citizen Portal News South Carolina

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2 days ago

Committee backs concurrency bill that lets localities delay permits with guardrails The LCI Committee reported favorably on S-227 after adopting a subcommittee amendment that limits permissible infrastructure considerations to core services, requires capital plans to address deficiencies, and creates a rebuttable presumption favoring compliant local governments.

Local governments in South Carolina may soon have the power to condition development permits on critical infrastructure readiness, ensuring growth is sustainable and well-planned.

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Citizen Portal News Kentucky

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2 days ago

Franklin County Fiscal Court accepts audit, approves grant application, renews lease and completes personnel moves The Fiscal Court received the sheriff’s audit, approved a Byrne grant application, renewed a Buffalo Trace lease, authorized HMB engineering work on the US 460 Shared Path, approved budget transfers, held a closed session under KRS 61.810(1)(f), and approved two personnel actions July 30.

Franklin County's Fiscal Court tackled key financial matters, approved a significant grant, and made crucial personnel decisions in their latest meeting.

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Citizen Portal News Kentucky

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2 days ago

Spencer County Fiscal Court gives first reading to amended mask ordinance amid pandemic Spencer County Fiscal Court gave first reading May 18 to Ordinance No. 10, which amends the county's 2005 mask ordinance to clarify exemptions including medical necessity; the first reading passed by roll call and the ordinance will return for a second reading.

Spencer County is updating its mask rules to include new exemptions for children and medical needs—find out what this means for residents!

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Citizen Portal News Tennessee

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2 days ago

Franklin County approves up to $7.95 million in bonds to finance jail, communications, highway and solid-waste needs The Franklin County Commission on Nov. 13 voted 15–0 to adopt two resolutions authorizing up to $7.95 million in general obligation bonds to finance projects including jail construction/renovation, emergency communications equipment, highway equipment and solid-waste equipment; the resolutions require statutory publication and a 20-day petition period.

Franklin County is set to invest nearly $8 million in vital projects, including a new jail and upgraded emergency communications, after a unanimous vote by the Board of Commissioners!

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Citizen Portal News Kentucky

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2 days ago

Spencer County approves $170,000 EMS equipment purchase; direct ARPA authorization fails but transfer from ARPA to EMS equipment account is approved Spencer County Fiscal Court authorized purchase of two advanced cardiac monitors and four ventilators totaling about $170,000. A motion to directly approve using ARPA funds failed on roll call; the court later approved a transfer of $170,000 from an ARPA account into the EMS equipment account to pay for the purchase.

Spencer County just invested $170,000 in state-of-the-art EMS equipment to enhance patient care, despite a failed attempt to directly utilize ARPA funds!

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Citizen Portal News Arizona

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2 days ago

Snowflake council accepts $75,250 AZDPS grant to buy Flock license‑plate cameras The Snowflake Town Council accepted a $75,250 FY25 Local Border Support Grant from the Arizona Department of Public Safety to purchase Flock license‑plate reader cameras for Snowflake and Taylor. Chief Martin said the system reads plates, will not take pictures of occupants, and would cost an estimated $30,000 per year after the two‑year grant period.

Snowflake's Town Council just approved a $75,250 grant to enhance public safety with cutting-edge license-plate reader cameras—could this tech be the game-changer the town needs?

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Citizen Portal News Virginia

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2 days ago

Charlotte County creates Department of Public Safety to consolidate fire and EMS oversight The Board approved an ordinance creating a County Department of Public Safety, authorizing a Director appointed by the County Administrator, defining responsibilities over fire and EMS, and formalizing relationships with volunteer fire companies and rescue squad.

Charlotte County is stepping up its safety game with a new Department of Public Safety to streamline fire and emergency services across the region!

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Alaska Headline Living

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2 days ago

🚔 Leaders say Anchorage’s “elephant in the room” is visible crime.
Retail theft.
Public disorder.
Repeat offenders.
Now the State and the city say they’re tackling it together.
The plan they just announced:
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Citizen Portal News Georgia

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2 days ago

Georgetown-Quitman records first reading of ordinance proposing $10 increase to emergency services assessment At a first reading, the commission recorded Ordinance O1-2025, which proposes raising the county's emergency services assessment from $240 to $250; the measure was presented during June meetings and will require further readings before adoption.

Georgetown-Quitman County is considering a $10 hike in emergency service assessments—what does this mean for local property owners?

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QnotesCarolinas

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2 days ago

Durham gay man sentenced for cyber stalking other gay men in Raleigh-Durham - QnotesCarolinas.com Judge sentences gay man David Winters to 3 years for decade‑long cyberstalking and threats against Raleigh‑Durham LGBTQ community.

DURHAM - Self-identified gay man reportedly felt rejected by LGBTQ+ community.

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Citizen Portal News Minnesota

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2 days ago

Murray County adopts resolution listing high‑priority bridges, approves $215,305 LBRP grant for CSAH 42 bridge The Murray County Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted a resolution identifying multiple bridges for replacement or rehabilitation from 2025–2029 and approved a Local Bridge Replacement Program grant agreement for Bridge No. 51J74 (SAP 051-642-019) with a grant amount of $215,305.

Murray County is taking big steps towards upgrading its bridges with a new resolution that outlines critical projects and funding plans through 2029!

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Shine My Crown

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2 days ago

‘She Said She’d Bury Us Over $10’: Detroit Mother Narrates How Hair Appointment Turned Into Armed Confrontation A Detroit mother says what began as a routine hair appointment for her daughter turned into a frightening confrontation involving scissors and… The post ‘She Said She’d Bury Us Over $10’: Detroit Mother Narrates How Hair Appointment Turned Into Armed Confrontation appeared first on Shine My Crown.

‘She Said She’d Bury Us Over $10’: Detroit Mother Narrates How Hair Appointment Turned Into Armed Confrontation: A Detroit mother says what began as a routine hair appointment for her daughter turned into a frightening… #Detroit #HairAppointment #ArmedConfrontation #Motherhood #CommunitySafety

Citizen Portal News Wyoming

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2 days ago

Lincoln County commissioners approve consent agenda, accept opioid settlement and appoint special prosecutor On Feb. 21, Lincoln County commissioners adopted a broad consent agenda — approving minutes, interagency agreements, cooperation with OKLO on DOE applications and an opioid settlement MOA — and appointed a special prosecutor for a Game and Fish case.

Lincoln County commissioners made significant strides by approving a broad consent agenda, accepting an opioid settlement, and appointing a special prosecutor to tackle a Game and Fish case.

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Citizen Portal News Georgia

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2 days ago

Echols County commissioners approve hazard mitigation plan, move to seek control of Water Authority and authorize part-time code officer hire The Echols County Board of Commissioners on May 1 approved the county Hazard Mitigation Plan, voted to pursue legal steps to assume control of the Water Authority provided there would be no taxpayer cost, and authorized beginning the hiring process for a part-time code enforcement officer.

Echols County is taking bold steps to enhance safety and governance by approving a Hazard Mitigation Plan and seeking control of the Water Authority—what's next for the community?

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Vancouver Island Mental Health Society

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2 days ago

Motivated neighbours launching Nanaimo’s latest Block Watch NANAIMO - Informal efforts to improve community safety are being ratchetted up for those living in a neighbour...

"Informal efforts to improve #communitysafety are being ratchetted up for those living in a neighbourhood near #Nanaimo 's downtown. ... #NobHill Block Watch is poised to join the increasingly popular movement" #VancouverIsland #BC #BritishColumbia nanaimonewsnow.com/2026/03/12/m...

Citizen Portal News Michigan

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2 days ago

Benzie County approves $585,000 settlement in pre‑litigation Wenkel claim After a closed session under MCL 15.268(1)(h), the Benzie County Board of Commissioners approved a $585,000 settlement in a pre‑litigation claim by David Wenkel stemming from a July 3, 2023 motorcycle crash; the board said the payment avoids future litigation costs and is not an admission of liability.

Benzie County has approved a $585,000 settlement following a motorcycle accident claim, aiming to sidestep future litigation costs.

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Citizen Portal News Tennessee

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2 days ago

Franklin County commissioners approve two commercial rezones, budget amendments and lower Bluff Drive speed limit At its Oct. 19 meeting, the Franklin County Board of Commissioners approved two property rezones to commercial, multiple budget amendments (including school and highway allocations), appointed judicial commissioners and voted to lower the speed limit on Bluff Drive after residents petitioned. Several residents raised environmental and drainage concerns during public hearings.

Franklin County commissioners just approved significant land-use changes that could reshape neighborhoods and spark environmental concerns—what does this mean for residents?

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Citizen Portal News Georgia

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3 days ago

Whitfield County commissioners rescind mask ordinance for county facilities after public opposition Whitfield County commissioners voted to remove their ordinance requiring masks inside county-owned buildings and vehicles, leaving in place a nonbinding resolution encouraging mask use. Public commenters opposed the mandate and some urged continued protections for hospital capacity.

Whitfield County commissioners have officially rescinded the mask mandate in county facilities, fueling a heated debate on public health measures and hospital capacity.

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Citizen Portal News Minnesota

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3 days ago

Murray County approves multimillion-dollar road and highway contracts The Murray County Board approved several road and highway contracts March 18, including a $2,246,316.70 award for multiple overlay projects to Central Specialties, Inc. and a $4,982,942.40 award to Towne & Country Excavating for CSAH 13 reconstruction at Lake Shetek.

Murray County just approved multimillion-dollar contracts for major road and highway improvements—find out how much is being invested in your community!

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Citizen Portal News Tennessee

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3 days ago

Family of Dr. Alyssa Lockett urges committee to pass safety-planning bill for parks and greenways Family members of Dr. Alyssa Lockett and sponsor Sen. Yarbrough urged passage of the Alyssa Lockett Safety Act to require park and greenway safety planning after Lockett’s murder; the committee voted unanimously to send the bill to finance.

The tragic murder of Dr. Alyssa Lockett has sparked a movement for stronger safety measures in Tennessee's parks and greenways, urging lawmakers to act decisively.

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Fork ICE 🍴 🧊

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3 days ago

Westminster talk to your neighbors and informed small businesses in Westminster about their rights with OCDSA Saturday, March 14 2 PM to 5 PM

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🔺 Get trained up on your rights (KYR) canvassing!

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Citizen Portal News Georgia

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3 days ago

Emergency management warns of federal grant timing and asks for matching funds, details on $2M for local emergency services GEMA told the committee federal changes to EMPG period-of-performance and recent federal funding reductions leave the state exposed; GEMA requested restoring match funding and sought committee guidance before allocating a $2 million emergency-services line to local fire stations.

Georgia's emergency management agency raises alarms over federal grant uncertainties, urging for restored match funding to ensure local preparedness amidst looming budget cuts.

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Citizen Portal News Iowa

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3 days ago

Iowa City board reports racist emails targeting district leaders, vows to call them out A district director told the board he received two messages with sender names and language that could be read as referencing the KKK and that blamed minority students for district troubles; board leaders said they would publicly denounce the messages and share them with the community.

Racist emails targeting Iowa City school board members have sparked outrage, with leaders pledging to publicly denounce the hateful rhetoric.

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Citizen Portal News Wisconsin

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3 days ago

Trail closures and winter events wrap up with strong visitor activity, EDC told An alliance representative said snowmobile and ATV/UTV trails closed March 6 for spring to protect trail conditions; the commission heard that winter visitation boosted local businesses and that organizers will share counters data at the April meeting.

Sawyer County's winter season wrapped up with booming business and thrilling events, but trail closures are now in effect to protect conditions for an early spring reopening.

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Citizen Portal News Michigan

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3 days ago

Ferndale council gives first reading to immigration-enforcement ordinance; second reading set for March 23 Council held a first reading of a draft ordinance that would limit city resources used for immigration enforcement, prohibit entering into a 287(g) agreement, restrict collection of immigration-status information and set reporting requirements; council moved the ordinance to a second reading on March 23, 2026.

Ferndale City Council takes a bold step toward immigration reform with a new ordinance aimed at safeguarding community resources and rights.

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Citizen Portal News Massachusetts

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3 days ago

Residents call to reallocate police funds to youth jobs, mental‑health responders and housing Speakers at the committee hearing urged freezing BPD budget growth, auditing police overtime and shifting dollars to youth employment, mental‑health crisis teams and expanded rent subsidies, citing BPD headcounts, overtime figures and youth‑jobs funding drops.

Residents are calling for a bold shift in Boston's budget, proposing to redirect police funds towards youth jobs and mental health crisis teams to foster community safety and support.

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SC Scotland

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4 days ago

Home | SC Scotland Collaboration throughout the sector, to enable everyone in Scotland to live in communities where they feel secure and safe from harm

Our new digital home is open! 🏠

Explore the new SC Scotland website. From the Knowledge Hub to the interactive Community Safety Directory, it’s built for the Scottish community safety sector.


Check it out: scscotland.org.uk



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