‘A game changer’: More Santa Cruz County residents call 24-hour mobile crisis team
Law enforcement shootings spur years of activism
Law enforcement shootings spur years of activism
‘988’ hotline starts, legislators advance money for non-police responses
Dial ‘988’ to start in July, but non-police response remains limited
Independent oversight, use of force policies among key differences
Mayor opposes plan because of traffic, service costs
Recommendations include potential new police auditor, youth programs
Proposed reductions would follow Salinas, Richmond
City budget revives parks funding, Ramsay Park upgrades
Police reform series: 911 alternatives in Santa Cruz County, East Bay
Police reform series: Non-police responses targeted by Santa Cruz County group
Goals include uniform treatment of residents, improved mental health response
Some residents worry about resurgence of violence