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Mental Health Crisis Plan Still Lags Behind Austin’s Needs
Trying to change how the emergency response apparatus handles mental health calls
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APD (Finally) Ends Low-Level Marijuana Enforcement
Chief announces move, six months after Council told him to
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Police Association Accuses Protesters of Giving Cops COVID-19
So here’s a photo gallery of officers not wearing masks at protests
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How Did a Weeks-Old Justice Advocacy Group Catch the Ear of Police?
Longtime criminal justice advocates wonder why Austin police are so keen to work with the nascent JUST America
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Hundreds File Complaints Over APD Actions at Protests
An unprecedented surge, but will it lead to consequences for officers?
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Council Recap: A Quick Start, But No Victory Lap, on Reworking Public Safety
Council unites behind prompt reforms, big APD budget cuts
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Vortex Becomes Safe Haven for Protesters on Sunday as Part of Call for Theatres to #OpenYourLobby
“Police will not be allowed to enter”
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“I Want Peace, but I Want Justice First”
Austinites protested against police brutality. Police responded with brutal force.
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A Month After Mike Ramos Died, Some Hesitant Steps Toward Accountability
Justice comes slowly
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Austin Police’s New Rules for Incident Video
APD promises to release video of “critical incidents” within 60 days going forward