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The all-female patrol stopping South Africa's rhino poachers

Jessica Aldred

February 26, 2016 |

The Guardian |

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Response Location: South Africa

The poaching of rhinos in South Africa has seen a rapid increase since 2007, jumping from 13 deaths then to 1,215 in 2014. After concluding that guns alone were not the solution, a patrol of local women from impoverished areas were brought together in the Balule reserve to focus on efforts in removing snares, stopping bushmeat kitchens, setting up roadblocks and implementing educational opportunities in poor communities and schools. Since their start, the area has seen a 76% reduction in snaring and poaching incidents.

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Treating Street Violence As A Contagion, Baltimore Looks For More Than One Cure

Armando Trull

February 24, 2016 |

American University Radio (WAMU) |

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Response Location: United States, Baltimore, Maryland

When lawmakers try to tackle gun violence, they often turn to measures like adding police officers or cracking down on illegal guns. But what happens when they treat violent crime as a public-health problem? Counselors invite patients to join the Violence Intervention Program, offering a host of services intended to break the cycle of violence.

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Inside A California Anti-Crime Experiment That Resonates With Politicians In D.C.

Sukey Lewis

February 23, 2016 |

American University Radio (WAMU) |

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Response Location: United States, Richmond, California

With homicides up 50 percent last year, the D.C. Council is backing a controversial new crime bill aimed at stopping the violence. It’s modeled in part on a 9-year-old program in Richmond, California. Each year, 50 young men at risk for violence are paid to put down their guns. (1st of a 3 part series)

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CSI Cleveland: How the city is curbing sexual violence

Christopher Johnston

February 21, 2016 |

The Christian Science Monitor |

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Response Location: United States, Cleveland, Ohio

Ohio's second-largest city has become a national leader in responding to rape cases and dealing compassionately with victims by working from day one with advocates from rape crisis centers.

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Violence Interrupted: Rochester, N.Y., police keep one step ahead of street disputes

Ashley Luthern

February 13, 2016 |

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel |

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Response Location: United States, Rochester, New York

In order to disrupt cycles of violence, Milwaukee’s Homicide Review Commission has recommended that Milwaukee police examine how their peers in Rochester, N.Y., organize police work around the concept of preventing disputes from escalating into violence.

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Police and the Public Bridge Gap on Stage

Thomas MacMillan

February 05, 2016 |

Wall Street Journal |

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Response Location: United States, Bedford-Stuyvesant, New York

An ensemble of New York Police Department officers and members of the public are participating in a theater program designed to bring together the opposite sides of the nationwide debate on interactions between police and minority communities.

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How Midtown became Detroit's safest neighborhood

Dennis Archambault

January 26, 2016 |

Model D |

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Response Location: United States, Detroit, Michigan

The Detroit neighborhood of Midtown has seen crime drop by 52 percent since 2008 thanks to a push to lure more employees from nearby institutions to live in the area via housing incentives, and a collaboration among public and private safety agencies. These groups share information and coordinate efforts among themselves and with residents focused on preventing crime and creating safe spaces in the community. Wayne State's police department also recruits students from the school and they strive to create a diverse force that reflects the people they serve.

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Chicago's next top cop faces daunting to-do list

Bill Ruthhart

December 26, 2015 |

Chicago Tribune |

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Response Location: United States, Chicago, Illinois

Rahm Emanuel fired Garry McCarthy, Chicago Police Superintendent, following the release of a video of a cop fatally shooting Laquan McDonald, which has led to a search for a new superintendent. The hope is that the new hire will help turn things around by having a good rapport with Emanuel, be able to connect the citizens and the police, and help reform the police department.

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Police Officers, Former Inmates Break Bread, Build Bridges

Brandis Friedman

December 22, 2015 |

WTTW-PBS |

Broadcast TV News |

3-5 Minutes

Response Location: United States, Chicago, Illinois

At monthly lunch meetings, former inmates get together with Chicago Police officers to make connections outside of law enforcement situations and try to understand one another better. The Building Bridges, Building Connections initiative fosters honest dialogue through facilitated discussions that touch on all kinds of topics based in individuals' personal experiences. It's not an easy path, but it has continued for four years and many participants say they wish the meetings lasted longer.

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In Missouri, Fewer Gun Restrictions and More Gun Killings

Sabrina Tavernise

December 21, 2015 |

The New York Times |

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Response Location: United States, St. Louis, Missouri

For decades, Missouri had restrictive gun laws, but after relaxing them in 2007, there has been an uptick in gun deaths. Gun control legislation that restricts criminals' access could be the solution.

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