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us-news5 days ago•26 min saved

Massive Teen Pop-Up Triggers Curfew in Long Branch Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend

Several hundred teens and young adults illegally occupied Long Branch’s Pier Village and nearby streets on Tuesday night for an unauthorized pop-up event, prompting riot-gear officers to disperse the crowd as 139 officers activated mutual aid; officials imposed an 8 p.m. curfew ahead of Memorial Day weekend, and NJ Transit reported delays as many attendees traveled to the Jersey Shore by train. Six suspects were arrested—two Newark women (ages 19 and 20) and three Newark juvenile females—for disorderly conduct, with a sixth suspect, a boy from New Brunswick, charged with eluding; investigators were also looking into two aggravated assaults and an alleged motor-vehicle theft tied to the chaos.

via New York Post|

#arrests #curfew #jersey-shore

politics10 days ago•4 min saved

DC readies summer crackdown as feds boost force for America 250 celebrations

The Justice Department will prosecute parents of teenagers who violate DC’s curfew under a local law as part of a broader federal crime surge in the capital ahead of summer America 250th birthday celebrations. Officials said about 1,500 National Guard troops would be added to bring total to roughly 5,000, along with enhanced FBI and U.S. Marshals support. Local lawmakers have stalled on an emergency youth curfew; the Council’s longer-term measure awaits congressional review and would tighten weekend curfews and zones, leaving a gap this summer while federal action looms.

via The Washington Post|

#america250 #curfew #dc

politics11 days ago•2 min saved

DC Prosecutor Targets Parents in Curfew Crackdown Over Teens

DC U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro announced her office will pursue charges against parents for their teens' curfew violations as part of a crackdown on so-called 'teen takeovers,' noting that while youths cannot be charged for curfew violations by this office, parents can be charged under local statute 22-811 and that enforcement follows a broader city and federal effort to curb violence.

via CBS News|

#curfew #juvenile-delinquency #parental-liability

local19 days ago•3 min saved

Frisco mall imposes Saturday curfew for unaccompanied youths

Stonebriar Centre in Frisco will implement a temporary Saturday curfew requiring guests under 18 to be accompanied by a supervising adult 21+ from 3 p.m. on Saturdays (beginning May 9); entrances will have ID checks and one adult may supervise up to four minors, with the policy aimed at preventing disruptive unsupervised gatherings and keeping the mall safe.

via WFAA|

#curfew #frisco #local

crime2 months ago•7 min saved

Downtown Chicago teen takeover sparks arrests and curfew crackdown

Hundreds of teens swarmed Chicago’s Loop, triggering fights and chaos near State and Lake Streets and prompting a 10 p.m. curfew enforcement. Police arrested eight juveniles and issued 24 curfew violations; ages ranged from 13 to 16, with charges including misdemeanor reckless conduct and, for a 16-year-old, three felony counts of aggravated assault on a peace officer. One 15-year-old had an outstanding warrant. City leaders are considering stricter curfew rules as investigators assess the incidents and their causes, while officials cautioned the crowd dispersed after about 40 minutes.

via Fox News|

#chicago #crime #curfew

local2 months ago•5 min saved

Late-night teen takeover tests Chicago curfew proposals

Eight teens were arrested and about 20-plus violations issued after a downtown Chicago “teen takeover,” prompting renewed debate over citywide curfew powers. A 16-year-old faced three felony counts of aggravated assault on peace officers (along with other charges), while seven others aged 13–16 were charged with misdemeanor reckless conduct. The incident intensified discussions in City Hall about expanding curfew authority, even as officials warn current laws may already suffice; law enforcement and outreach teams dispersed the crowd, and debates over potential social-media and parental responsibilities continued amid a history of similar incidents downtown.

via Chicago Tribune|

#arrests #chicago #curfew

local2 months ago•4 min saved

Loop Crowds Test Downtown Chicago as Curfew Debate Heats Up

Hundreds of youths filled the Loop Wednesday night, drawing a heavy police and first-responder presence as clashes occurred near Wabash/Randolph and along State Street. Eight teens were arrested (seven aged 13–16 on misdemeanor reckless conduct; a 16-year-old faced three felony counts of aggravated assault on officers and a misdemeanor for riding a bicycle on the sidewalk) and 24 youths were cited for curfew violations. Community activist Sandie Norman described chaotic scenes; Ald. Brian Hopkins urged earlier, more flexible curfews, while Mayor Johnson says existing curfew laws were used and opposes snap curfews. The incident follows recent leadership changes in the city’s public safety office, fueling ongoing debate over how to curb similar incidents this summer.

via CBS News|

#chicago #crowd #curfew

world2 months ago•2 min saved

Pakistan Deploys Troops, Imposes Three-Day Curfew as Pro-Iran Protests Turn Deadly

Pakistan deployed the military and ordered a three-day curfew in parts of Gilgit-Baltistan after at least 24 people were killed in protests over the killing of Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a US-Israel attack, with deadly clashes in major cities, attacks on UN offices, and tightened security around US missions.

via Al Jazeera|

#curfew #khamenei #pakistan

world8 months ago•2 min saved

Nepal's New Interim PM Assumes Power Amidst Protests and Calls for Elections

Nepal lifted its curfew and restored calm after protests over social media restrictions and broader grievances, following the appointment of Sushila Karki as interim prime minister amid ongoing unrest that resulted in at least 51 deaths.

via PBS|

#curfew #interim-prime-minister #nepal

world8 months ago•2 min saved

Nepal stabilizes with new interim government and upcoming elections

Nepal lifted its curfew in Kathmandu and surrounding areas after violent protests over social media bans and broader grievances, which resulted in at least 51 deaths. Sushila Karki was appointed interim prime minister to lead the country through the crisis, promising to work for the nation's best. The protests, sparked by social media restrictions and youth frustrations, led to government and political upheaval, including the resignation of the previous prime minister.

via AP News|

#curfew #nepal #political-crisis

world8 months ago•22 min saved

Nepal Enforces Curfew as Protests Turn Violent and Deadly

Nepal is under a nationwide curfew following violent protests over corruption, economic inequality, and social media bans, which have resulted in at least 22 deaths, destruction of government buildings, and political upheaval, including the resignation of Prime Minister K.P. Sharma Oli.

via The New York Times|

#curfew #government #nepal

world8 months ago•3 min saved

Nepal lifts social media ban after deadly protests and government crackdown

Anti-corruption protests in Nepal defied an indefinite curfew and the government’s social media ban, following violent clashes that resulted in 19 deaths and over 100 injuries. The protests, mainly led by young people, continue in Kathmandu and other cities, reflecting widespread frustration with government corruption and economic issues. The government has lifted the social media ban and promised investigations into the violence, while India monitors the situation closely.

via Reuters|

#curfew #demonstrations #kp-sharma-oli

world8 months ago•2 min saved

Nepal lifts social media ban following deadly protests over corruption

Nepal lifted a social media ban less than a day after anti-corruption protests triggered by the ban resulted in 19 deaths and over 100 injuries, leading to a curfew in Kathmandu to prevent further unrest. The government also announced plans for an investigation into the violence and offered relief to victims' families.

via Reuters|

#anti-corruption #curfew #nepal

politics9 months ago•0 min saved

Trump's Increasing Control Over D.C. Police Sparks Controversy

The article reports that signs of Donald Trump's influence over D.C. policing are emerging, with FBI officers seen on the streets and curfews in nightlife areas, even before his official announcement of taking over local police.

via The Washington Post|

#curfew #dc-policing #fbi

entertainment10 months ago•3 min saved

Drake's Wireless Festival Set Highlights and Surprises

Drake's final set at London's Wireless Festival was unexpectedly short, lasting only 40 minutes due to strict curfews, disappointing fans who expected a longer performance with more guest appearances, and ending on a sour note with signs of agitation from the artist.

via BBC|

#curfew #drake #entertainment