Local agencies
Coverage of Local agencies in the Nexus archive.
- New York law curbing local police cooperation with ICE takes effect today
A new law in New York titled the "Local Cops Local Crimes Act" has taken effect. This act prohibits local agencies from entering into ICE enforcement agreements. The legislation's implementation is setting up a potential clash with Nassau County.
- Eastern Washington fires destroy 600 structures and force 60,000 to evacuate
Wildfires in eastern Washington state, particularly around Spokane, destroyed 600 structures and forced 60,000 people to evacuate. The fires burned 8.2 square miles and are part of a broader wave of western U.S. wildfires that have overwhelmed federal, state, and local agencies.
- Eastern Washington fires destroy 600 structures and force 60,000 to evacuate
Wildfires in eastern Washington, particularly around Spokane, destroyed at least 600 structures and forced 60,000 people to evacuate. The fires, part of dozens across the western US, have overwhelmed federal and local agencies, with 390 square miles burned and some fires still uncontained.
- NC legislators override Stein vetoes that eliminate DEI in education, require state's ICE cooperation
North Carolina legislators overrode Governor Stein's vetoes to eliminate Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives in education and mandate state law enforcement cooperation with federal immigration officials. The law requires state agencies to comply with ICE and offers incentives to local agencies for adherence.
- Norfolk Police gear up for busy weekend in the city
Norfolk Police are increasing security efforts for the upcoming weekend featuring Harborfest, Sail 250, and Norfolk's Juneteenth celebration. Federal, state, and local agencies will support these measures, with police operations spanning from Friday to Tuesday.
- Operation Clean House: New Orleans
The FBI New Orleans announced the completion of Operation Clean House, an intelligence-driven law enforcement operation targeting violent criminals in the city. The operation was conducted through a partnership between federal, state, and local agencies working together to address street violence in New Orleans.