Martin Kaste
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National
American Cops Are Under Pressure To Rely Less On Guns And Take More Personal Risk
Some blame the U.S.'s high rate of police shootings on racism or militarism. But another theory says there's a simpler problem: American police aren't taught how to grapple with armed suspects.
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National
How The Chauvin Trial Could Impact Policing
The implications from the trial of Derek Chauvin could impact the policing system.
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National
Jury Heard About Standards Of Use Of Force On 8th Day Of Chauvin Trial
On the eighth day of the murder trial of Derek Chauvin, the jury heard more about standards of use of force in law enforcement.
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Politics
Fraudsters Still Claim Unemployment Relief, As Feds Pump Billions More Into System
Almost a year after identity thieves made off with tens of billions of dollars in COVID-19 unemployment relief, the system remains vulnerable. And scammers are coming to light now during tax time.
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National
What Statistics Tell Us About Anti-Asian Bias Crimes
There's growing concern about anti-Asian bias crimes since the pandemic started. Horrific cases of violence have shaken the community, but national statistics don't yet show a clear trend.
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National
Officials See An Increase In Arson Fires During Coronavirus Pandemic
Preliminary statistics for 2020 show a jump in the number of arson cases. As the pandemic continues, cities are taking measures to protect vacant or under-used structures.
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Politics
After The Capitol Attack, Does Police MAGA Sentiment Cross the Line?
Many in law enforcement have cheered on former President Donald Trump. After his supporters stormed the U.S. Capitol, some say police expressions of that support threaten police legitimacy.
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Politics
Seattle cops make up biggest known contingent of cops at Jan. 6 Capitol rally
Police departments say they're looking for signs of political extremism in their ranks following the attack on the U.S. Capitol by Trump supporters.
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National
U.S. Capitol Mob Brings Questions, Fallout For Pro-Trump Police
Some officers are being investigated for involvement at the protests, while others fought off protesters who once supported them.
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Politics
D.C.'s Acting U.S. Attorney Calls Scope of Capitol Investigation 'Unprecedented'
In an exclusive interview with NPR, the top federal prosecutor for the District of Columbia describes how investigators are building their case.