Entering a new country as an immigrant is a dream that many hold in their hearts, but the reality of this dream can often be a harsh and difficult process. The legal procedures of obtaining a visa or citizenship can be a prolonged and unpredictable journey that takes its toll on the mental health of… Continue reading Emotional Toll of US Immigration
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LVMPD’s Accountability Band-Aid
Less lethal weapons, such as tear gas, tasers, and body cameras, have gained popularity as a way to reduce fatalities in police encounters. However, their use has also come under scrutiny in recent years for their role in instances of police brutality and the questionable motivations behind their adoption. One example of the failure of… Continue reading LVMPD’s Accountability Band-Aid
From Slave Catching To Law Enforcement
The roots of the police force in the United States can be traced back to slave patrols, which were formed in the early 18th century to help enforce slavery and maintain the social order in the Southern states. These patrols were responsible for tracking down and capturing runaway slaves, as well as suppressing slave revolts… Continue reading From Slave Catching To Law Enforcement
Harmful Consequences Of A Growing Market
As the use of non-lethal or “less lethal” weapons becomes increasingly popular among law enforcement agencies and militaries around the world, it is important to examine the potential harms and consequences of these weapons. While they are often marketed as a way to control crowds or subdue individuals without causing fatalities, there have been numerous… Continue reading Harmful Consequences Of A Growing Market
Colonizing The West From Indigenous People
The indigenous people of the west, what is now known as Nevada, and other states have always had a rich and diverse history that stretches back millennia. There are several tribes that have called Nevada home for centuries, including the Northern Paiute, Western Shoshone, Mohave, and Southern Paiute, among others. These tribes have a deep… Continue reading Colonizing The West From Indigenous People
Muerte por Restricción Policial Declarada Homicidio
El 18 de octubre de 2021, Reiner Sommer, un hombre de 50 años, murió a causa de “efectos tóxicos en el contexto de la detención policial”. La oficina del forense del condado de Clark declaró su muerte como homicidio. La policía metropolitana de Las Vegas (LVMPD) fue llamada para ayudar cuando Sommer, quien estaba experimentando… Continue reading Muerte por Restricción Policial Declarada Homicidio
Ex oficial pierde a su hijo a manos de policía
En el 10 de enero de 2022, Isaiah Williams fue víctima de un asalto de madrugada en el departamento de South Nelis Blvd. en Las Vegas, Nevada. El Departamento de Policía Metropolitano de Las Vegas (LVMPD, por sus siglas en inglés) envió una orden de allanamiento sin tocar la puerta para un asesinato cometido días… Continue reading Ex oficial pierde a su hijo a manos de policía
Un gigante gentil, la historia de Sidney McKnight.
El 8 de enero de 2020, en la manzana 5600 de Indian Springs Avenue, cerca de Ann Rod y Clayton Street: Sidney De’Trae McKnight fue encontrado muerto; en el piso por personas del vecindario que llamaron al 911 para informar de un hombre desmayado en el piso. La muerte de McKnight fue declarada como homicidio… Continue reading Un gigante gentil, la historia de Sidney McKnight.
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