Police step up buddy system after ambush attacks across U S
Police departments nationwide order officers to pair up after ambush killings in Texas and Louisiana, a move that may slow responses to petty crimes and raise overtime. Los Angeles, Denver, Baltimore and Fort Worth expand two officer patrols and two car deployments, aiming to boost safety while straining resources and coverage.
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Baltimore
Fort Worth
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Baton Rouge
Dallas
Bryan O'Neill
Police Protective Association
FBI
Peter Moskos
John Jay College of Criminal Justice
New York
Robert Swartzwelder
Police Union
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Milwaukee
Mike Crivello
Police Association Union
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Kan
Brad Lancaster
Kansas Speedway
Melton
Lancaster
Mark Holland
Wyandotte County
Ida Ford
Ford
Obama calls for more resources for local police
President Obama urged federal help for police, citing Baton Rouge killings and urging training for active shooter response and better community trust. He noted many departments need funds for bulletproof vests, training, and other tools while emphasizing bottom-up improvement and local leadership.
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Congress
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Kansas City officer killed during drive-by search
Kansas City Kansas police Captain Robert Melton was shot and killed while pursuing a drive-by suspect. The assailant opened fire as Melton approached a man matching the description. the shooter was captured minutes later. The incident follows other local and national officer deaths, with community leaders urging prayers as the city mourns.
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Secure Texas border still elusive a year into mission
Texas remains far from secure a year after lawmakers approved 800 million for border security. DPS Director Steve McCraw outlined benchmarks for “substantial control” with round the clock patrols aerial coverage and sensor redundancy, though no county meets the standard. Hidalgo and Starr are closest, with reported declines in crime, while critics note national crime trends and doubt the spending payoff.
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Hidalgo
Starr
Texas Capitol
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Houston
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