Police Surveillance

Mounted on the front of police cars, the device uses a high-powered air compressor to launch a dart-shaped tracker at cars trying to make a getaway.

WSHU’s Charles Lane spoke with Chris Gelardi, an investigative reporter at New York Focus, who obtained documents showing how the New York State Police have been using an array of programs that sift through mass quantities of social media information including from Twitter and Facebook.

Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman said hate and anti-semitism will not be tolerated, as police presence at public Hanukkah gatherings will increase this holiday season.

New York Governor Kathy Hochul’s plan to have police expand their patrols to subway stations might be derailed by officer shortages in the Metropolitan Transportation Authority.

Starting in January, Metro-North and Long Island Rail Road will have a dedicated unit of police officers ride the commuter rail system to address growing safety concerns of riders and employees.

Connecticut’s recent job growth is low compared to other states. Juneteenth celebrations were held across our region over the weekend.