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Calgary Herald
01-06-2025
- Calgary Herald
'Different feel': Edmonton police open houses offer casual way to talk crime
Article content For Edmontonians daunted by the prospects of Downtown parking and Robert's Rules of Order and formal agendas, there was a new and casual local way to take in the 2024 annual report of the Edmonton Police Service (EPS). Article content Article content Article content Article content 'It's such an interesting take on what we normally do through town halls,' said LaForce. Article content Article content 'Some are very big on traffic safety, some on neighborhood policing concepts. Some on like, how do I protect myself for financial crime? We actually had several people wanting to join and become a recruit.' Article content In the pre-COVID era, a big police town hall event drew hundreds, assembly-style, often to listen on a specific topic, he said. Article content 'This is just a very different feel, because you're able to deal with so many questions that are unique to those people, those personal interests, all at once.' Article content 'A presence' Article content The West Edmonton Business Association has been vocal about concern with crime in the 149 Street area— property damage and general social disorder — so a west end open house gave him a forum to get some answers for the organization, said Basil Kirby, the group's director of advocacy. Article content Article content 'We thought we could just see what was being done, what programs were ongoing,' he said. Article content Article content Some of the figures in the 2024 annual report released in pamphlet form at the open houses were a surprise to Kirby, who learned nearly a million emergency calls were made in Edmonton last year, and police were physically dispatched almost 200,000 times a year. Article content 'They identify where the illegal activities are, and they'll send units out to that area to just patrol, just be a presence, and they know that that will reduce crime for a minimum of four hours,' he said, adding that those concerned that the police don't seem to come out for each call will be relieved to learn about EPS 'virtual policing,' where crime assessments are triaged virtually, weighed and responded to accordingly.
Yahoo
21-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
NBA Reporter Allie LaForce Turns Heads With Outfit for Warriors-Rockets
The Golden State Warriors and the Houston Rockets kicked off their first-round NBA playoff series on Sunday night. It's the No. 2 seed Rockets who are hosting Game 1 at Toyota Center, while the Warriors is looking to steal home-court advantage with a win in the series opener. Advertisement NBA on TNT is broadcasting Sunday's clash, which means that fans of courtside reporter Allie LaForce will be happy to see the veteran sportscaster make her 2025 NBA playoff debut. LaForce did not disappoint. She took to Instagram right before tip-off to share her gameday outfit, which featured a fitted, high-neck, long-sleeve bright red top. The 36-year-old sports broadcaster paired her plain top with high-waisted, wide-legged trousers that featured a bold tropical floral print. For her footwear, LaForce went with nude open-toe sandals, which allowed her pants to shine even brighter as the highlight of her ensemble. "Happy Easter from Houston! See you on TNT!" she captioned her post. LaForce was quick to turn heads on social media as the fans reacted to her outfit post for Sunday's game. Advertisement "W," a comment on Instagram read. "rocket red!!! 🚀🚀🚀🚀" said another. "Happy Easter 🐣" posted a viewer. TNT sideline reporter Allie LaForce before the game between the Dallas Mavericks and the San Antonio Spurs© Jerome Miron-Imagn Images "Wearing home team red," commented a user. "Happy Easter Allie 🐣🐰" wrote another. "💯" reacted a fan. As of writing, the Warriors are up 47-34 at the break. Steph Curry (13 points) and Jimmy Butler (13 points) have led the charge for Golden State, while Alperen Sengun (16 points) has kept the Rockets within striking distance after the first two quarters of action. Related: Steph Curry Claims Confrontation With Rockets Coach Involved His Wife Ayesha Curry Related: TNT Reporter Allie LaForce Grabs Attention With Outfit for NBA Game Related: Warriors Make Big Announcement Before Play-In Game vs. Grizzlies
