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BBC News
11-04-2025
- Politics
- BBC News
New Humberside neighbourhood police officers after £3.2m grant
Humberside Police is to recruit 38 new neighbourhood policing officers after receiving £3.2m from the and Crime Commissioner Jonathan Evison said public surveys showed local policing was people's "top priority"."The extra officers will support the Chief Constable's and my own priorities of strengthening our local policing presence further and deepening community engagement with the public and local businesses," he money is from a national £200m Home Office funding scheme. The force's new Chief Constable Chris Todd said: "I welcome this news of the government's additional funding into neighbourhood policing as this remains a crucial part in how we engage with members of the public and connect with the communities we serve."Neighbourhood policing and officers on the streets are a vital part of building trust and confidence and helping to keep our communities safe, so I am delighted this investment will strengthen local policing even further."Listen to highlights from Hull and East Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here.
Associated Press
18-03-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Envestnet Elevate 2025: Katty Kay, Allistair McCaw & Dennis Moseley Williams Announced as Keynote Speakers--Along with a Very Special Guest
Industry-Acclaimed WealthTech Conference Brings Together Thousands of Financial Advisors, RIAs, Enterprises & FinTech Leaders To Drive the Future of Wealth Management in Las Vegas on April 9-10, 2025 BERWYN, Pa., March 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Envestnet has unveiled the accomplished keynote speakers who will be addressing thousands of attendees at Envestnet Elevate 2025, taking place on April 9-10, 2025 at the Venetian Resort Las Vegas in Las Vegas, NV. Register now to attend Envestnet Elevate 2025. 'Envestnet Elevate has set the industry standard, bringing together advisors, home offices and partners to unlock the full potential of their business through cutting edge technology, tools and professional advice. Attendees will leave with practical strategies to deliver advice that is more holistic, and ways to differentiate their practice to better serve the needs of high-net-worth clients,' said Envestnet CEO Chris Todd. 'This year's lineup of keynote speakers are experts in business growth, delivering exceptional client experiences, leadership and developing a champion mindset. Alongside executives from across Envestnet, they will provide invaluable insights to help attendees thrive in today's competitive landscape.' Envestnet Elevate 2025 Keynote Speakers Include: Katty Kay, noted journalist who serves as U.S. Special Correspondent for BBC News, Contributor to MSNBC, and Host of the podcast The Rest Is Politics U.S. She is also co-author of the New York Times Bestselling books The Confidence Code: The Science and Art of Self-Assurance—What Women Should Know and Womenomics. Opening the conference on Wednesday, April 9 at 8:30 a.m. PDT, Ms. Kay will interview Envestnet CEO Chris Todd on stage about what the future holds, and how advisors can help their clients and their practices stay one step ahead. Allistair McCaw, one of the leading figures in leadership, team culture, and mindset, and a five-time duathlon world champion. He is an author of eight bestselling books on optimizing individual and group potential, including Habits That Make A Champion and Champion Minded: An Athlete's Guide to Achieving Excellence in Sports and Life. Mr. McCaw is also a sought-after consultant on leadership by many corporations, professional sports teams, college and university athletic programs, and more. He will be speaking on Thursday, April 10 at 4:15 p.m. PDT. Dennis Moseley Williams, a strategic consultant and coach dedicated to helping business owners build a sense of belonging, create a cult-like following, increase revenue, and save marketing dollars. He works with entrepreneurs to shift their thinking so they can see the world differently, and make a dent in it. Mr. Williams is scheduled to speak on Thursday, April 10 at 9:40 a.m. PDT. Additionally, a very distinguished guest will deliver a special keynote address to close out the first day of the event on Wednesday, April 9 at 4:45 p.m. PDT. Elevate 2025 Agenda Highlights Serving High Net Worth Clients – Elevate features a jam-packed agenda to educate advisors about one of the industry's highest growth areas – serving and attracting high-net-worth (HNW) and ultra-high-net-worth clients. Sessions will focus on strategies for tax overlay, financial planning, direct indexing, and advanced portfolio customization, including alternatives and options. Attendees are invited to attend a pre-conference workshop focused on developing a HNW practice management strategy, and strengthening their practices to attract, engage, and retain HNW clients. RIA Spotlight – For RIAs, Elevate is more than a conference; it's an opportunity to learn actionable strategies, discover platform enhancements, and build relationships to propel business forward. Dedicated Tamarac sessions will provide a deep dive on the platform's trading, reporting, managed accounts and portfolio construction best practices and capabilities. RIAs can glean insights from Envestnet 'Super Users' who will provide tips and best practices for using the platform effectively. Pre-conference sessions include Tamarac University, a full-day training aimed at advisors who want to learn platform fundamentals along with deeper dives on trading, reporting, and managed accounts for advisors with existing experience on the platform. RIAs also won't want to miss an introduction to Envestnet's RIA Marketplace, a low-cost managed account program that can help evolve their business. To view the complete Envestnet Elevate 2025 schedule, please visit For members of the media (complimentary registration; lodging and transportation not included), please contact [email protected]. About Envestnet Envestnet is helping to lead the growth of wealth managers and transforming the way financial advice is delivered through its ecosystem of connected technology, advanced insights, and comprehensive solutions—backed by industry-leading service and support. Serving the wealth management industry for 25 years with approximately $6.5 trillion in platform assets, Envestnet technology and services are trusted by more than one-third of all financial advisors. Many of the largest U.S. banks, wealth management and brokerage firms, and RIAs depend on Envestnet to help drive business growth and productivity—and deliver better outcomes for their clients. For a deeper dive into how Envestnet is shaping the future of financial advice, visit Stay connected with us for the latest updates and insights on LinkedIn and X (@ENVintel). Amy Norcini Envestnet
Yahoo
18-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Envestnet Elevate 2025: Katty Kay, Allistair McCaw & Dennis Moseley Williams Announced as Keynote Speakers--Along with a Very Special Guest
Industry-Acclaimed WealthTech Conference Brings Together Thousands of Financial Advisors, RIAs, Enterprises & FinTech Leaders To Drive the Future of Wealth Management in Las Vegas on April 9-10, 2025 BERWYN, Pa., March 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Envestnet has unveiled the accomplished keynote speakers who will be addressing thousands of attendees at Envestnet Elevate 2025, taking place on April 9-10, 2025 at the Venetian Resort Las Vegas in Las Vegas, NV. Register now to attend Envestnet Elevate 2025. "Envestnet Elevate has set the industry standard, bringing together advisors, home offices and partners to unlock the full potential of their business through cutting edge technology, tools and professional advice. Attendees will leave with practical strategies to deliver advice that is more holistic, and ways to differentiate their practice to better serve the needs of high-net-worth clients," said Envestnet CEO Chris Todd. "This year's lineup of keynote speakers are experts in business growth, delivering exceptional client experiences, leadership and developing a champion mindset. Alongside executives from across Envestnet, they will provide invaluable insights to help attendees thrive in today's competitive landscape." Envestnet Elevate 2025 Keynote Speakers Include: Katty Kay, noted journalist who serves as U.S. Special Correspondent for BBC News, Contributor to MSNBC, and Host of the podcast The Rest Is Politics U.S. She is also co-author of the New York Times Bestselling books The Confidence Code: The Science and Art of Self-Assurance—What Women Should Know and Womenomics. Opening the conference on Wednesday, April 9 at 8:30 a.m. PDT, Ms. Kay will interview Envestnet CEO Chris Todd on stage about what the future holds, and how advisors can help their clients and their practices stay one step ahead. Allistair McCaw, one of the leading figures in leadership, team culture, and mindset, and a five-time duathlon world champion. He is an author of eight bestselling books on optimizing individual and group potential, including Habits That Make A Champion and Champion Minded: An Athlete's Guide to Achieving Excellence in Sports and Life. Mr. McCaw is also a sought-after consultant on leadership by many corporations, professional sports teams, college and university athletic programs, and more. He will be speaking on Thursday, April 10 at 4:15 p.m. PDT. Dennis Moseley Williams, a strategic consultant and coach dedicated to helping business owners build a sense of belonging, create a cult-like following, increase revenue, and save marketing dollars. He works with entrepreneurs to shift their thinking so they can see the world differently, and make a dent in it. Mr. Williams is scheduled to speak on Thursday, April 10 at 9:40 a.m. PDT. Additionally, a very distinguished guest will deliver a special keynote address to close out the first day of the event on Wednesday, April 9 at 4:45 p.m. PDT. Elevate 2025 Agenda Highlights Serving High Net Worth Clients – Elevate features a jam-packed agenda to educate advisors about one of the industry's highest growth areas – serving and attracting high-net-worth (HNW) and ultra-high-net-worth clients. Sessions will focus on strategies for tax overlay, financial planning, direct indexing, and advanced portfolio customization, including alternatives and options. Attendees are invited to attend a pre-conference workshop focused on developing a HNW practice management strategy, and strengthening their practices to attract, engage, and retain HNW clients. RIA Spotlight – For RIAs, Elevate is more than a conference; it's an opportunity to learn actionable strategies, discover platform enhancements, and build relationships to propel business forward. Dedicated Tamarac sessions will provide a deep dive on the platform's trading, reporting, managed accounts and portfolio construction best practices and capabilities. RIAs can glean insights from Envestnet "Super Users" who will provide tips and best practices for using the platform effectively. Pre-conference sessions include Tamarac University, a full-day training aimed at advisors who want to learn platform fundamentals along with deeper dives on trading, reporting, and managed accounts for advisors with existing experience on the platform. RIAs also won't want to miss an introduction to Envestnet's RIA Marketplace, a low-cost managed account program that can help evolve their business. To view the complete Envestnet Elevate 2025 schedule, please visit Media Information For members of the media (complimentary registration; lodging and transportation not included), please contact media@ About Envestnet Envestnet is helping to lead the growth of wealth managers and transforming the way financial advice is delivered through its ecosystem of connected technology, advanced insights, and comprehensive solutions—backed by industry-leading service and support. Serving the wealth management industry for 25 years with approximately $6.5 trillion in platform assets, Envestnet technology and services are trusted by more than one-third of all financial advisors. Many of the largest U.S. banks, wealth management and brokerage firms, and RIAs depend on Envestnet to help drive business growth and productivity—and deliver better outcomes for their clients. For a deeper dive into how Envestnet is shaping the future of financial advice, visit Stay connected with us for the latest updates and insights on LinkedIn and X (@ENVintel). MEDIA CONTACTS: Amy Laura Simpson | JConnelly for Envestnetenvestnetpr@ View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Envestnet Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
12-03-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Tennessee's push to jail officials backing immigration ‘sanctuary' raises alarm
Tennessee is known for taking a stricter line on immigration enforcement than many other US states. Now it has taken a step that has Democrats raising the alarm: threatening a minimum of one year in prison for lawmakers who vote the so-called wrong way on immigration policy. In January, the state general assembly passed legislation, by about a three-to-one majority, to make it a felony for a local lawmaker, such as a school board member or a city councilperson, to vote affirmatively on a local ordinance that adopts any 'sanctuary city' policy of noncompliance with federal immigration law enforcement officials. The new law does not distinguish cases where a local measure is adopted or not, nor does the enforceability of the local ordinance matter. This crime of voting would be punishable by at least one year in prison – and as many as six years – as well as a fine and removal from office 'as soon as practicable'. Related: Plan to skewer US sanctuary city mayors backfires on Republicans Representative Chris Todd, the chair of the immigration committee in the Tennessee house and a Republican from western Tennessee, argues that the legislation authentically represents the will of voters across the state. 'We wanted to make sure that we drove a stake in the ground and said, at least on this issue, 'This is not going to be a law that you're going to be able to circumvent, or tie up in court,' or anything like that. This is going to be serious, and we want to make sure that that's very clear.' But making a local vote an imprisonable offense is a new line in the war conservative legislatures have been waging on wayward progressive municipalities. The prospect of a class C felony charge and prison time for voting the wrong way raises questions about how local leaders can – or should – stand up for their beliefs as they defend democratic dissent, said the Knoxville councilperson Seema Singh. 'It feels like I'm getting orders from above to cooperate on things that I think are morally incorrect,' she said. 'Do I step aside? Do I speak up? Do I get arrested? Do I quietly finish my term?' It feels like I'm getting orders from above to cooperate on things that I think are morally incorrect Seema Singh, Knoxville council member Tennessee has one of the most Republican-dominated legislatures in the country, and increasingly uses that political power to undercut progressive resistance. Outside of Memphis and Nashville, Tennessee has few municipal governments with enough progressive elected officials to even consider a local ordinance bucking the state's conservative ideology on immigration. None have tried since Nashville debated it in 2018, prompting outraged state legislators to ban the idea entirely. So, why bother criminalizing local legislation? Perhaps, to demonstrate that they can. During a legislative hearing in January, opponents of the bill did not sugarcoat their opinions about what is happening in Tennessee. 'While I understand the concerns of this bill and what it tries to do,' said Aiden Pratt, an 18-year-old student addressing the bill in committee, 'this bill is nothing more than fascism in disguise.' That comment prompted Monty Fritts, a Republican representative from a suburban Knoxville district, to challenge the speaker. 'I can't find that word, fascism, anywhere in this bill,' he said. 'This bill is simply intended to establish an interface so that the state of Tennessee can be part of the solution to this illegal invasion that we've suffered under for some years now.' Fritts subsequently co-sponsored legislation to allow local public schools to refuse to enroll students who are unlawfully present in the United States. If that bill were to pass into law, it would directly challenge Plyler v Doe, a landmark 1982 US supreme court ruling that established a constitutional right to education for undocumented children. According to Todd, the immigration committee chair, criminalizing local legislation in conflict with state law saves taxpayers money in later litigation, Todd said. And it affirms that state laws pre-empt local laws, he added. The provision to imprison wayward local lawmakers may face constitutional hurdles, said Matthew Mundy, a legislative attorney from the office of legal services of the Tennessee general assembly. 'We have the speech and debate clause in the federal and the state constitution that protects legislators and gives them legislative immunity,' Mundy told lawmakers during legislative debate on the bill. 'There's also a common law immunity for deliberative bodies and that has been determined by the courts to apply to lesser legislative bodies such as regional boards, city councils, county commissions. And so, I think that that could be potentially problematic if you tried to apply the criminal penalty to those types of local officials.' Those local officials have taken a dim view of the bill. 'In terms of any future impact – if signed – I think it's a very slippery slope that could be seen as violating the first amendment of the US constitution,' said Michael Whaley, a Memphis city council member. 'Elected officials, like any American, should be free to vote how they wish, regardless of who agrees with them.' Elected officials, like any American, should be free to vote how they wish, regardless of who agrees with them Michael Whaley, Memphis city council member Addressing a media roundtable after the bill passed, the director of the metro department of law for the city of Nashville, Wally Dietz, said: 'It would be an understatement that we have concerns about the constitutionality of those provisions. They appeared to violate hundreds of years of law – both common law and constitutional law. I am in active negotiations with other parties, attorneys, and we are considering all options.' The Tennessee ACLU's immediate response to the bill's passage was to say, simply: 'See you in court.' Jailing lawmakers isn't about preventing sanctuary city legislation; it's about criminalizing dissent, civil rights leaders say. 'Sanctuary cities are already banned in the state of Tennessee, and so this is really just a grandstanding effort by the legislature and the governor,' said Lisa Sherman Luna, the executive director of the Tennessee Immigrant and Refugee Rights Coalition. 'But it's deeply alarming, because it erodes our democracy, even if they don't intend to pursue it and charge anybody with a felony. It's a dangerous step towards authoritarianism.' Many of the lawmakers on the frontline of the debate over the state's immigration policy are from the Knoxville area in eastern Tennessee. Related: Democratic lawmakers devising legal obstacles to fight anti-immigration push Knoxville is a city of about 200,000 on the edge of Appalachia, resolutely middle class, politically moderate and known for its American civil war history. Though almost all of its elected officials are Democrats, the city isn't exactly a blue dot in a red sea, said Singh. The county gave Trump a narrow majority of its votes. Singh says that against a backdrop of these legislative arguments, there is palpable fear in the immigrant community in Knoxville. Singh is a therapist when she isn't helping make policy. Many of her clients are Indian. And increasingly, they have stopped making appointments, she said. 'Everyone kind of has hidden inside,' she said. The speed with which things seem to be changing paralyzes reaction, she said. 'It makes me feel like – and I don't mean to exaggerate, but it might be time – when people in Poland and Germany thought everything is good, and yet all this horrible stuff is happening in a different place,' she said, referring to the Holocaust unfolding out of sight. 'It just hadn't touched them yet.'
USA Today
05-02-2025
- USA Today
Undocumented Tennesseans mainly charged with traffic, procedural violations, few homicides
Undocumented Tennesseans mainly charged with traffic, procedural violations, few homicides Show Caption Hide Caption Demonstrators removed from Tennessee House committee Immigration Committee Chair Rep. Chris Todd, R- Madison County, asked the Tennessee Highway Patrol to remove three people from a hearing. Most of the 3,854 charges were for driving infractions, such as driving under the influence or driving without a license. Violent crimes accounted for about 11% of the charges, including eleven homicides. Davidson County had the highest number of reported offenses at 796, or 20% of the total. As the Trump administration leads a nationwide crackdown on immigration — and Tennessee lawmakers pass bills to assist — a statewide report sheds new light on the frequency, location, and type of crimes allegedly committed by people residing in Tennessee unlawfully. New research released last week by the Tennessee District Attorneys General Conference reported 3,854 criminal charges were made statewide against people who at the time of the charge could not provide evidence of their citizenship or legal resident status. The report compiles three months of data from October through December 2024. Of Tennessee's 95 counties, 73 submitted data for the report, including counties surrounding all major metropolitan areas. Overwhelmingly, the charges were for traffic infractions, vehicle licensing violations such as driving without a license, or driving under the influence. About 11% were violent crimes. Eleven were homicides. The district attorneys conference, a group of district attorneys from all of Tennessee's judicial districts, compiled the report in compliance with a new state law passed last year, requiring executive agencies to 'review policies and spending related to illegal immigration.' What crimes were reported? The majority of offenses were driving infractions, the most common being DUI (654), driving without a license (549), traffic violations (533), or driving on a suspended or revoked license (243). DUI arrests of undocumented residents account for just over 13% of DUI arrests statewide. Law enforcement made 4,834 total DUI arrests during the same period, according to the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation's crime statistics. Of the 3,854 offenses for which undocumented residents were charged, 447 were violent offenses, including 182 assault and 107 aggravated assault offenses. Undocumented people were charged in 11 homicides statewide during the three-month period, including first degree murder (3), second degree murder (1), and vehicular homicide (7). Other more frequent charges included public intoxication (147), failure to appear (150), violation of probation (91), and open container infractions (83). Less frequent offenses included rape of a child (3), aggravated rape (6), statutory rape (9), aggravated robbery (6), child abuse, neglect or endangerment (21), and assaults on law enforcement, first responders, or healthcare providers (10). Where are the crimes reported? Criminal charges focused on Middle Tennessee, and around the Chattanooga and Knoxville metro areas. Davidson County saw the most offenses by far, with 20% ― 796 ― were reported in the county. Other counties with higher numbers include Knox (242), Sumner (212), Rutherford (189), Maury (153), Hamilton (114), Robertson (98), Williamson (92), and Wilson (83). Just 59 reported offenses occurred in Shelby, Tennessee's most populous county. How many of the charges were dropped? Because the court process takes time, case dispositions for charges made in November and December are not included in the report. Of the 657 cases reported in October, 85 had been dismissed and 128 led to guilty verdicts, as of Jan. 24, according to the report. What were offenders' country of origin? The report found more than 92 unique countries of origin. About half of the alleged offenders came from Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, or Venezuela. Countries of origin were not available for 128 cases. Vivian Jones covers state government and politics for The Tennessean. Reach her at vjones@
