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Tina Knowles, Tisha Campbell, and Ruby Flores Honored at Bobbi Kristina’s Serenity House Sneaker Ball
Anthony Anderson hosted the 5th annual Celebration of Serenity as the organization raised awareness and support for survivors of domestic violence.
Can a Documentary End Gang Violence?
he first Crips appeared on the streets of South Central Los Angeles in blue bandanas, leather jackets, and starched Levis between 1969 and 1971. Co-founder Stanley “Tookie” Williams described their mission as protecting South Central residents from racism, police brutality, and rival gang violence.
Roosters, Beetson Foundation combine with LAPD for youth initiative
Arthur Beetson's legacy is set to continue in the United States as the Roosters combine with Los Angeles Police Department for a coaching clinic ahead of the NRL’s season opening double-header at Allegiant Stadium.
LAPD Recruits Hear from Community Ahead of Graduation
The LAPD Academy incorporates community discussions as part of its training to build trust between law enforcement and the community.
LAPD Hosted School Rally for 800 Students
Los Angeles Police Department hosted a lively “Just Say No” rally for children at the Pacoima Charter Elementary School that encouraged youngsters to reject drugs, crime, bullying or joining gangs.
Turning neighbors into partners in public safety
The reduction of crime and victimization remains the central purpose of the LAPD, with success dependent upon the level of connectivity forged between community members and the police officers who serve them.
National Night Out Connected LAPD and Residents
With the 60th anniversary of the 1965 event coming, this year’s National Night Out in Watts carried special weight
Inside the Battle for the Soul of the LAPD
A revolutionary program united former gang cops and Watts residents to bring safety to the projects. But can reform last?
LAPD's new chief checks out project blue youth program
Major happenings in Watts this weekend: two public housing developments came together for youth football.
Jordan Downs and Nickerson Gardens were united by Project Blue, the parent program to the Watts Rams. Project Blue pairs the LAPD and kids in the community through sports. The LAPD's new chief, Jim McDonnell, was there to witness it all.
Deputy Chief Emada Tingirides on Community Policing
Through purposeful engagement of residents, we can identify common ground, dispel misconceptions and build relationships
'Pacoima Holiday in the Park' Toy Giveaway and Festival Brings Big Smiles
Starting as early as 6 a.m., families started to line up on the sidewalks outside of David M. Gonzales (DMG) Recreation Park in Pacoima for the third annual toy giveaway, although it wasn’t scheduled to start for another four hours.
L.A. Mayor Bass to make LAPD Chief pick this month
Los Angeles Mayor Bass states she will pick next police chief by end of the month. Bass provided some of her priorities for the next chief, which included boosting officer morale and expanding the department's heralded Community Safety Partnership program.














