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Tag: Metropolitan Police Department

**FILE** As GOODProjects' chief engagement officer, Darius Baxter works fervently to provide a safe environment and opportunities for youth. (WI photo)
Posted inCommunity

GOODProjects Community Nonprofit Fights Violence, Expands Youth Programs with NFL Players Association Support

by WI Web EditorJuly 15, 2024July 18, 2024

GOODProjects, a local nonprofit, is combating gun violence in Southwest D.C. with a two-pronged approach of security and opportunity, and has partnered with the NFLPA to expand its programs and provide a safe space for youth.

**FILE** U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy has declared firearm violence a public health crisis. (WI photo)
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Surgeon General Declares Gun Violence a Public Health Crisis Amid D.C. Efforts to Combat Rising Fatalities

by Stacy M. BrownJuly 2, 2024July 2, 2024
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Mayor Bowser, Chief Smith Unveil Drone Technology

by Sam P.K. CollinsJune 25, 2024June 25, 2024
Faith and community leaders filled New Bethany Baptist Church in Northwest D.C. on June 13, as Metropolitan Police Department Chief Pamela A. Smith (center) met with the Council of Churches of Greater Washington as part of the annual Spring Assembly. (Hamil R. Harris/The Washington Informer)
Posted inFaith, Hamil R. Harris, Religion

Two D.C. Church Leaders Are On the Move to Stop the Violence

by Hamil R. HarrisJune 18, 2024June 18, 2024
**FILE** MPD Chief Pamela A. Smith and the Bowser administration are part of nationwide efforts to recruit more women as law enforcement officers. (WI photo)
Posted inCommunity, Faith, Hamil R. Harris, Religion

MPD Chief Uses Faith and Community Engagement to Combat Youth Violence

by Hamil R. HarrisJune 10, 2024June 10, 2024
Politicians, local leaders, the Metropolitan Police Department and dozens of pastors come together to offer powerful prayers and community comfort on May 7. (Hamil R. Harris/The Washington Informer)
Posted inCommunity, Hamil R. Harris

Police Chief Ministers Hold Community Walk Tuesday Night to Support Parents of 3-Year-Old Fatally Shot

by Hamil R. HarrisMay 8, 2024May 8, 2024
**FILE** Members of the Metropolitan Police Department march in the D.C. Emancipation Day parade. (WI photo)
Posted inCommunity

Police Departments in D.C., Nationwide Grapple with Shrinking Forces, While Small, Medium Agencies See Slightly Improved Retention

by Stacy M. BrownApril 30, 2024April 30, 2024
**FILE** Metropolitan Police Department vehicles (Courtesy photo)
Posted inCommunity, Stacy M. Brown

Homicides in D.C. Drop Despite Ongoing Violence

by Stacy M. BrownApril 29, 2024April 29, 2024
Third District Commander James Boteler leads a community faith walk. (Courtesy of the Metropolitan Police Department)
Posted inCommunity, Faith, Religion

Community Faith Walks with MPD to Promote Peace

by Ashleigh FieldsApril 24, 2024April 24, 2024
DeAngelo Green and T'Anita Coles-Green (Courtesy photo)
Posted inCommunity

Widow of Man Killed in D.C. Fire Truck Crash Celebrates $13.5 Million Judgment

by Sam P.K. CollinsMarch 20, 2024March 26, 2024

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