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335 storiesnewest firstlatest September 1, 2026page 12 of 17
New York City will add more security bollards to Times Square in January 2027, marking the 25th anniversary of post‑9/11 protective measures. The installation continues the city’s long‑standing effort to shield high‑traffic public areas from vehicle threats.
Police responded to early‑morning gunfire at a Rexdale commercial plaza, documenting damage to a storefront before suspects fled the scene in a vehicle. An investigation is underway.
The LAPD has requested $30 million to buy 300 new police cars for the 2028 Olympics, prompting city council members to scrutinize the cost and its impact on the city budget.
In August 2026, Inwood residents demanded stronger city action after multiple high‑speed crashes linked to illegal street racing left crosswalks scarred with skid marks. The community urges increased enforcement and safety measures to curb the ongoing threat.
A man was stabbed in the Plateau-Mont-Royal neighbourhood of Montreal on August 28, 2026. Police are searching for the suspect who fled the scene.
The NYPD has documented several recent incidents of people climbing into city manholes, including a latest case on Long Island in August 2026, and is investigating the cause. Officials warn of safety risks and are reviewing security measures for underground access points.
An 18-year-old man was injured in his lower body during an armed fight in Montreal's Ville-Marie district early Saturday morning, prompting a police investigation.
Brooklyn officials canceled the annual Trinidad and Tobago Parade on Aug. 28, 2026 after organizers failed to obtain required permits. The city said the lack of authorization created safety and logistical risks, halting the street event.
Cape May officials have instituted an immediate curfew for all minors under 18 to regulate their movement and improve public safety, with enforcement by local police.
Ocean City officials scheduled the demolition of the old Public Safety Building for October 13, 2026, to make way for new public facilities and recreation projects as part of broader offseason construction.
A man was stabbed in Montreal’s Plateau‑Mont‑Royal on Friday afternoon, and police are actively searching for the suspect who fled the scene.
New York police report a series of unexplained incidents in which residents have been climbing into manholes across the city and Long Island, with no motive identified.
An Illinois man fell from the rooftop of Harpo’s Bar and Grill in Columbia, Missouri, on August 24, 2026, and is now in critical condition. Police are investigating the incident while his mother stays with him at the hospital.
Mayor Brandon Johnson defended the city’s current approach to teen‑organized takeovers as the City Council considered further actions, amid growing media attention and criticism of the response.
Montreal police raided an alleged synthetic drug lab in Griffintown on August 26, 2026, part of ongoing efforts to dismantle illegal drug‑manufacturing sites across the city.
Wildwood Beach Patrol is cutting back the number of guarded beach sections this summer due to staffing limits and fewer visitors, aiming to match resources with demand while maintaining safety.
Investigators are examining the theft of a costly statue from the Armed Forces Memorial at Paramount City Hall, a loss that affects the community’s tribute to military service members.
Cape May city officials have enacted an evening juvenile curfew near the Promenade this summer to enhance public safety, though some visitors remain unaware of the rule.
A man suffered severe upper‑body injuries during a fight in Montreal on August 22 and is now in critical condition, with emergency responders and police investigating the incident.
A man was found with critical upper‑body injuries after a brawl in Montreal on 22 August 2026, and emergency responders are treating him in intensive care while authorities investigate the incident.
