Calistoga police report shows drop in many crimes; residents press department on Flock Safety data and access Police Chief McCaffrey presented the Calistoga Police Department's 2025 annual report noting declines in several crime categories and faster-than-target response times; public speakers raised privacy and transparency concerns about the city's Flock Safety automated license plate reader contract, and the chief outlined a public "transparency portal" and cases where alerts aided investigations.

Calistoga's Police Chief reveals impressive crime drops and lightning-fast response times, but faces tough questions on privacy concerns over surveillance technology.

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Kent says crime near 2019 levels after SOTA ordinance and police upgrades An official reported that "Over the past 19 months, crime in Kent has declined to near 2019 levels," credited a new SOTA (Stay Out of Drug Area) ordinance and investments in enforcement, and noted police implementation of a new Axon Records Management System and recognition for Detective Richardson.

Kent's crime rates are nearing 2019 levels, thanks to strategic investments and the new SOTA ordinance—changes that are reshaping public safety in the city!

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Kalamazoo review board hears Office of Professional Standards report showing declines in homicide and nonfatal shootings; recruitment underway At a meeting of the Citizens Public Safety Review and Appeal Board, the Office of Professional Standards reported declines in homicides and nonfatal shootings year-to-date, described a gun-amnesty program and outlined recent recruitment activity including 132 applications and six conditional offers.

Kalamazoo's crime rates are falling, with a notable drop in homicides and nonfatal shootings this year, but what does this mean for community safety and police recruitment?

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