All four counties get a last look at the 5% wage increases before the agreement is finalized

More murders and aggravated assaults were reported in the first seven months of this year compared with pre-pandemic levels.

The deal means 5% pay increases per year for three years for more than 2,700 officers across the state.

While a new federal law passed by Congress to control gun violence is likely to have little effect here, a Supreme Court decision loosening gun rules is significant.

The statewide police union heads talk about their priorities, including better communication, challenges facing county departments, arbitration and more.

Meanwhile, the officers involved in the cases have faced mixed consequences.

Joe Logan took the oath of office during a formal ceremony held about two weeks after he was privately sworn-in.

HPD’s new chief, Joe Logan, said he needs more time to assess the 3/12 program’s effectiveness amid a department staffing shortage.

Joe Logan discussed trust, staffing woes and controversies in his first press conference since taking the helm of HPD in a private ceremony earlier this week.

A formal swearing-in ceremony will occur later this month and will be open to the media.