Portsmouth United program highlights expansion, shifts funding toward intervention Safer Communities program manager Shantel Matthews told the Portsmouth Crime and Gun Violence Prevention Commission that Portsmouth United served more than 10,000 residents in 2025 and will shift funds in 2026 from prevention to intervention and crisis‑stabilization, while piloting violence‑interruption and bus‑stop safety programs.

Portsmouth United has reached over 10,000 residents with innovative violence prevention initiatives and is set to enhance support for crisis stabilization in 2026!

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Committee advances substitute for SB165 to expand serious‑youthful‑offender definitions, lengthen commitments and fund community programs Senate Judiciary moved a committee substitute for SB165 that expands the serious‑youthful‑offender category to include second‑degree murder and certain shootings causing great bodily harm, adjusts short‑ and long‑term commitment and supervised‑release periods, and increases grant opportunities and local panels for diversion programs; advocates warned the bill may expand incarceration without adequate community input.

New Mexico is on the brink of significant changes to its delinquency code, but will these new measures truly protect our youth or lead to harsher sentences?

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Is Trump Right About Chicago? We Went To The Most Dangerous Parts To Find Out. YouTube video by More Perfect Union

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Commission hears presentation on regional youth violence intervention pilot; no county funding requested Jim Retalek pitched expanding a Salt Lake pilot youth violence intervention program to Weber and Utah counties with three regional coordinators; presenter cited CCJJ geospatial hotspot data and said legislative sponsors are identified; commissioners agreed to place the item on the Thursday meeting agenda for follow-up.

A groundbreaking youth violence intervention program inspired by a successful Salt Lake pilot could soon transform Weber and Utah counties, targeting hotspots where help is needed most.

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Fiscal committee approves $750,000 for Cure Violence program as Urban League reports thousands of interventions Leaders from the Urban League of West Michigan reported the Cure Violence Program recorded more than 4,200 interventions and substantial reductions in violent crime; the fiscal committee approved a $750,000 agreement to fund a fifth year of the program.

The Cure Violence Program just secured $750,000 for its fifth year, boasting over 4,200 interventions and a staggering drop in violent crime rates!

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Gun Violence Prevention Commission reports sharp drop in homicides since 2023, urges sustained funding and community programs The city’s Gun Violence Prevention Commission told City Council that homicides fell 55% from their 2023 peak and aggravated assaults dropped 44% from 2023 to 2024. The commission urged a working session with council and recommended continued funding for intervention programs, expanded public messaging, and small initiatives like tree plantings tied

Roanoke is celebrating a 55% drop in gun homicides since 2023, but the Gun Violence Prevention Commission warns that continued action is essential to keep the progress going.

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Cocoa approves application for DOJ community‑based violence intervention grant worth up to $2 million Council authorized the city manager to apply for the FY25 Department of Justice Community‑Based Violence Intervention and Prevention Initiative grant and to sign all documents; staff said the grant could total about $2,000,000 and would coincide with Cocoa High School programming.

Cocoa City Council just greenlit a bid for a $2 million grant aimed at tackling community violence and partnering with Cocoa High School!

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New Housing Resolutions Fund Launches to Aid Homelessness Prevention and Support The new fund streamlines resources for housing interventions aimed at preventing homelessness.

A groundbreaking Housing Resolutions Fund has just launched in Washington County, promising swift support for those facing homelessness or at risk of eviction.

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Pediatrician advocates for preserving LA Bridges program amid mayor's funding cuts Testimonies highlight LA Bridges' success in reducing youth violence and promoting community support.

The future of the LA Bridges program, a lifeline in the fight against youth violence, is at risk as city council members weigh the mayor's drastic funding cuts.

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San Francisco probation department seeks three officers to combat youth violence Probation officer proposes hiring three staff to address gun violence among young adults.

San Francisco's probation department is sounding the alarm on rising gun violence among young adults, revealing a staggering 81 cases linked to firearms.

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LifeWorks CEO Liz Schofield advocates for youth homelessness solutions Liz Schofield emphasizes the need for targeted interventions for unaccompanied youth homelessness

Liz Schofield, CEO of LifeWorks, is rallying for urgent and tailored interventions to combat youth homelessness, highlighting the unique challenges faced by those under 25.

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Data tool correlates unemployment and domestic violence across Baltimore County precincts Analysis reveals links between unemployment rates and domestic violence in Baltimore precincts.

A groundbreaking meeting revealed shocking links between unemployment and domestic violence rates in Baltimore County, exposing the urgent need for targeted intervention strategies.

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Community program trains adults to recognize and respond to opioid overdoses Program equips adults to identify opioid overdoses and provide timely assistance.

Halifax County is stepping up to tackle the opioid crisis by training community members to recognize and respond to overdose situations—because every second counts in saving a life.

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New Mexico proposes extreme risk firearm protection order regulations New Mexico seeks to impose firearm relinquishment and petition requirements for dangerous individuals

As New Mexico debates House Bill 12, tensions rise over proposed firearm regulations aimed at preventing potential tragedies—will public safety or individual rights prevail?

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Vermont enacts new recidivism classification for repeat violent offenders Vermont establishes recidivism classes for violent offenders effective July 1, 2025.

Vermont is taking a bold step towards redefining how we classify repeat violent offenders, potentially reshaping public safety and rehabilitation strategies.

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City identifies code violations at 8503 Lake Vista Street construction site Assessment reveals multiple safety hazards and illegal dumping at Lake Vista construction site

San Antonio officials uncover shocking neglect and safety hazards at the abandoned Lake Vista construction site, sparking urgent community concerns.

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Youth transforms from gang involvement to honor student through Vision to Succeed program A gang member becomes an honor student after participating in community intervention programs.

A 17-year-old's inspiring journey from gang life to becoming an honor student reveals the transformative power of community intervention programs.

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Lexington activist shares personal gun violence story and calls for community intervention Local advocate highlights personal losses to gun violence, calls for tailored community intervention strategies.

A local resident's heartbreaking testimony on the devastating impact of gun violence in Lexington reveals the urgent need for community-driven solutions.

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