A civilian response, a Stronger Police auditor and taking investigations of officer misconduct away from Police Internal affairs. The public does not regard acts of police misconduct, acts of unlawful use of force by the police, as internal. These are very much a grave public concern. Reporter paul kelly of the Police Officers association sent me a statement that reads in part, we welcome mayor liccardo in joining us as we collectively address how to best improve police outcomes. And he said that hes reviewing the mayors proposals and will come after hes done. To what extent did you consult with the police chief for these steps . If did you, what was the response . If you didnt, why not . I have had conversations with chief garcia and i dont pretend that hes cheering or, on one side or the other. Were going to continue to consult with the chief, the brass, as we consult with the community. Reporter if you would like to go deep order this topic, go to abc7news. Com. For the iteam. Abc7
Or closing your shades during the day. Stay well and keep it golden. A familiar face, a superhero helping out the Homeless Population here in downtown san jose. The Oakland Unified School board has voted to eliminate the Districts Police department, but not everyone is happy about it. Governor newsom announced a huge spike in california covid cases. What epidemiologists say is contributing to the surge. The heat peaks tomorrow. The areas of highest heat illness coming up. Building a better bay area for a safe and secure future. This is abc 7 news. Major new developments tonight after a decadeslong battle by Community Activists and parents. The Oakland Unified School board has voted to eliminate the School Police force. Abc 7 News Reporter j. R. Stone is in the newsroom with more. Well, alma and dan, some of those weve seen rallying in the streets are calling this an historic win tonight, but others i talk with say they now fear for their childs safety. Cheer among many in oakland as th
Long to eliminate school police. The vote was unanimous and will do away with Law Enforcement and any Armed Security in Oakland Schools. We dont need police. We dont need any Law Enforcement entity. The move will eliminate the Districts Police department at the end of the year, and will shift all calls to the oakland Police Department. In recent weeks there have been rallies and marches in favor of this. Even warriors coach steve kerr took to the streets. Some parents we talked with are not happy. I think its a bad idea. Carolyn bim has two sons in the Oakland School district and she worries for their safety and others. My son was bullied this year, sixth grade year and seventh graders threatened to bring a gun and shoot my son, right . Im like whoa, right. Former District Security guard tony helgel agrees. I think its a dangerous mistake. Thats telling people that the school zone is a free for all for criminal activity. Now, though, there is a hope from many that School Employees will
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