Author: Christopher Marier

California police departments are offering signing bonuses and double-digit raises as they compete to hire cops after losing officers in tight labor market… Full story: Why CA police agencies are offering new bonuses and perks – CalMatters

An Idaho police dog, Nero, found evidence of drugs in a car. A state court ruled the search was unconstitutional because he jumped at the door… Full story: Supreme Court asked if police dog’s paws violated Constitution

At least a dozen cities are enacting or reinstating juvenile curfews to try and combat rising crime. Critics say they aren’t effective and target Black and Latinx youth… Full story: Cities move to enact juvenile curfews to curb crime : NPR

The ATF moves to close what gun control advocates have termed the “gun show loophole” by narrowing the definition of those “engaged in the business” of a firearms dealer… Full story: ATF proposes rule to close ‘gun show loophole’

The 988 National Suicide Prevention Lifeline has seen a 33% increase in calls, chats and texts — but its financial future is uncertain in many states… Full story: Most states have yet to permanently fund 988 Lifeline despite early successes – CBS News

“Some defendants have stated they assisted my personnel on January 6. This is the same tactic used as domestic violence perpetrators – beat the victim unconscious and then attempt to render aid…” Full story: US Capitol Police officers continue to relive January 6 trauma in court | CNN Politics

The white supremacist shooter who killed three Black residents over the weekend at a dollar store in Jacksonville, Florida, stopped beforehand at the state’s first historically Black college… Full story: After Jacksonville shootings, historically Black colleges address security concerns, remain vigilant

The factors that lead to tragedies like the UNC-Chapel Hill shooting are deeply ingrained in US politics, culture, and law… Full story: The latest shooting at UNC puts focus on America’s unique, enduring gun problem – Vox

A two-pack of the opioid overdose antidote will retail for $44.99, which some experts fear is too high… Full story: Opioid overdose antidote Narcan will be widely available over the counter next week

New expert study provided exclusively to USA TODAY finds hate crimes reported to police in 42 major cities rose 10% last year from the year before… Full story: Jacksonville shooting’s larger trend: Hate crimes rise across US