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16
Jul 2009
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The substantial benefits of a robust police department can be clearly seen in the mid-year crime statistics released today.
Violent crime in L.A. is down nearly 6 percent so far in 2009, led by a reduction in the total number of killings...
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Jul 2009
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For the second straight year, traffic incidents in the U.S. make up a clear majority of officer deaths. It’s a solemn reminder of how dangerous our streets and freeways are for police officers, particularly in a vast geographic area such...
08
Jul 2009
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All of us in law enforcement understand why police work is inherently stressful. The constant risk of confrontations with suspects and other types of high-pressure incidents is something we – and, by extension, our family members – find...
08
Jul 2009
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In his second inaugural speech last week, Mayor Villaraigosa outlined his five goals for Los Angeles:
Job creation;
Put L.A. on a path to permanently break our dependence on coal;
Build a sustainable future;
Keep L.A. on track as one of...