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2 issues in public safety with critical priority
CriticalPublic Safety
Brunswick Street safety and gang activity
A South Ward resident described gang members returning to reclaim territory near her building, begging for police presence while saying complaints have only brought traffic tickets.
2 mentionsLast discussed May 19, 2026
CriticalPublic Safety
Post-consent-decree police accountability ordinance
A man died in a South Ward police interaction with no camera footage released. The state Attorney General has taken over the investigation under state law; residents are demanding accountability and better training.
3 mentionsLast discussed Mar 3, 2026