PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Philadelphia police are kicking off a number of community initiatives, including a new youth program that's starting alongside national efforts to enhance community engagement.

Community policing stands at a critical crossroads, facing fundamental challenges that will determine whether it evolves into genuine collaborative problem-solving or remains trapped as political ...

Juvenile crime is on the rise in many local communities, and it’s quickly becoming a public safety concern for families and ...

EVERETT — For the new Everett police chief, connecting with the community is at the root of what he does. After Chief John DeRousse retired at the end of 2025 following his 27-year career at the ...

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. Lompoc, CA – January 2026 – The Lompoc Valley Community Healthcare Organization (LVCHO), in partnership with the Lompoc Police ...

PHOENIX — Two West Valley police departments launched separate programs designed to keep vulnerable residents safe earlier this month. The Buckeye Police Department collaborated with Sundance Active ...