Good morning! 🌧️ Day 1 Excessive Rainfall Outlook has been updated with with a large area of Marginal/Slight Risk in NorCal, including 2 smaller areas of Moderate Risk. 

Simply put, Friday will be a wet one.  The SF Bay Area & Central Coast will finally see some more appreciable rain.

The Attorney General of Illinois and a Federal Court-appointed monitor have issued stern warnings to Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson. They warn that enacting the massive cuts to the police budget will violate a federal consent decree and endanger the city.

https://lawenforcementtoday.com/state-federal-officials-warn-chicago-mayor-police-budget-cuts-could-find-city-in-contempt-of-court

31-year-old Kirk Edward Hazlett III, of Cambridge, is accused of shooting his father nine times while making relatives watch the gruesome murder.

https://lawenforcementtoday.com/son-charged-with-murdering-his-father-execution-style-while-making-his-relatives-watch-at-hunting-cabin

Christopher Smith, the 42-year-old man who reportedly opened fire on Memphis police officers leading to a 12-hour armed standoff that ended with his arrest, was released on his recognizance.

https://lawenforcementtoday.com/memphis-judge-releases-man-who-shot-at-police-asking-if-they-wanted-to-die

*NEWS INTERRUPTION*

⚠️ Flash Flood Warning including Oakland CA, Berkeley CA and  Richmond CA until 6:00 PM PST

Why are we facing staffing shortages in law enforcement? Joe Gamaldi shares his insight.

Officers need our support now more than ever as the war on cops is escalating. Repost this and let them know we are here to support!

https://lawenforcementtoday.com/two-louisville-police-officers-hospitalized-after-being-shot-during-a-traffic-stop-of-a-stolen-vehicle

New York:  A man faces charges after police said he injured an officer while fleeing the scene of a burglary and led them on a chase Thursday morning on the city's southeast side.

Officers responded to an address on Monroe Avenue between Interstate 490 and Rosedale Street just after 5 a.m. for a report of a commercial burglary in progress. They reported finding two suspects attempting to drive off.

Police said one officer tried to apprehend the driver and was leaning into the car when the driver sped off. The officer was hospitalized with minor injuries and later released.

Please join us in sending prayers and, or positive thoughts for his recovery. 🙏🏽

More: https://13wham.com/news/local/rochester-police-officer-injured-as-burglary-suspect-flees-in-stolen-car-monroe-avenue-chase-pursuit

LAPD News:  Northeast Division

Officer Involved Shooting near the 5000 block of La Roda Ave.  Further information will be posted here. 

Today around 1:45 pm, LAPD officers responded to a radio call in the 5000 block of N La Roda Ave of a man who was having suicidal ideations and was armed with a firearm. When officers arrived they saw the subject of the radio call on the front porch of a residence.

The officers stayed at their cars and attempted to communicate with the suspect. One of the officers saw the suspect was still armed with a firearm. The suspect shot in the direction of the officers and there was an exchange of gunfire.

The suspect went into the residence and additional resources responded to the area.  Initially, the  suspect refused to submit to arrest, but was ultimately taken into custody and transported to a hospital where he is in stable condition and is receiving medical treatment.

The suspect’s handgun is at scene and will be recovered and booked as evidence. No officers or other community members were injured.

LAPD PIO

Stoneridge Mall, Pleasanton, California.

"Being in office, holding a government position — elected or appointed — is not a qualification," Carl Higbie says, "accomplishing things in that position" defines true qualification.

Michigan: Earlier today, Dearborn Police Officer Alabd showed exceptional dedication when he assisted a motorist after drywall fell onto Ford Road, creating a hazardous situation.

His quick action ensured the road was made safe again, and the motorist received the help they needed. This serves as an important reminder to always secure items properly when transporting them.

Dearborn Police IG

Watch: Tom Homan responds to the LA City Councilman threatening not to cooperate with ICE.

"If I got to send twice as many officers to LA because we're not getting assistance, then that's what we're going to do."

Early Tuesday morning, an Albany Police officer sustained serious injuries during a traffic stop. When officers attempted to make an arrest, the driver fled, dragging and running over Officer Melissa Unrau before speeding away from the scene.

Emergency responders and fellow officers quickly arrived to provide aid and continue the search for the suspect, who was later apprehended and taken into custody.

Officer Unrau was treated at a nearby hospital and is now recovering at home with her family.

Please join us in sending prayers and, or positive thoughts for her recovery. 🙏🏽

https://www.kptv.com/video/2024/11/22/man-runs-over-injures-albany-police-officer-while-fleeing-traffic-stop/

Darwin Award news 🤦‍♂

I just signed the campaign: Bring the Social Security Fairness Act before the U.S. Senate for a vote!
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Captain Meza celebrated an early Thanksgiving with our station Explorers. He praised their determination, persistence, & perseverance in exploring a successful life.

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