Bristol police ambush: Connecticut IG says killer fired over 80 rounds at cops, bodycam video shows kill shot

WARNING: GRAPHIC VIDEO  The Connecticut Office of the Inspector General on Sunday released body camera footage and a preliminary report of last week’s Bristol police shooting, saying Nicholas Brutcher, who was ultimately killed in the deadly episode, had first fired “well over 80 rounds attacking the officers from behind.”  The barrage of gunfire struck and…

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Massachusetts teachers' strike cancels classes in 2 cities

Classes in two Massachusetts cities are canceled Monday as a result of a teachers’ strike. Contract negotiations failed over the weekend, according to Boston 25 News.  Educators walked out of the classroom in Malden and Haverhill, resulting in thousands of students at home. Teachers are demanding better pay and improved working conditions. “Since they have…

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5th San Antonio police officer dies from suicide in last 7 months, experts weigh in: 'Stop the demonization'

This story discusses suicide. If you or someone you know is having thoughts of suicide, please contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255). A 30-year-old Texas police officer in San Antonio committed suicide in early October, marking the fifth suicide in the department by an officer or recently retired officer in the past…

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