Police officers who work with colleagues who have racked up excessive force complaints are more likely to use excessive force themselves, according to a study released Thursday that's based on a ...

An NPR investigation finds gaps in the systems to report misbehavior by federal judges and a widespread culture of fear about reporting abuse. A new NPR investigation has found problems with the ...

A recent series by the Boston Globe has shone a spotlight on New Bedford police's use of confidential informants. New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell announced he has hired an investigative team to review ...

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Police issued a criminal trespass form to a man 11 a.m. June 19 who was causing problems at the Heartwood Coffee Roasters business. The unwanted guest had also created problems there the previous day.