In a memo, Chief Michel Moore said “extremist groups have hijacked the use of the ‘Thin Blue Line Flag’ to symbolize their undemocratic, racist, and bigoted views.”
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Prop. 36 pledges to send more people convicted of drug possession to treatment instead of prison.
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The new report suggests increasing public awareness and providing more funding to expand the program.
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Under constant supervisions and involved in a "highly structured program."
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The officer allegedly seriously injured a man during an arrest for domestic violence.
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Officials say drug use is suspected. Narcan, the overdose medication, was used by responders.
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