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A retired police chief's bold recommendations for the San Fernando Police Department could reshape community trust through enhanced training and accountability measures.

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Consultant urges new training post and accountability systems in San Fernando police assessment
A retired Pasadena police chief recommended creating a sworn training sergeant, internal review processes and data systems to strengthen the San Fernando Police Department; council members welcomed the audit and asked staff to return in January with an implementation plan.
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November 12, 2025 at 5:29 PM
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New Hampshire's House Education Policy Committee just took a bold step to enhance school district transparency and accountability by tightening audit requirements after the Claremont fiscal collapse.

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House committee advances bill to tighten audits, require audit posting and allow state probation for troubled districts
After testimony spurred by the Claremont school districtiscal failure, the House Education Policy Committee advanced an amended HB 121 that strengthens audit requirements, gives the Department of Revenue Administration (DRA) authority to order forensic audits and requires districts to post full audits and findings online. The amendment creates a 6
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November 7, 2025 at 1:56 PM
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Del Valle ISD is taking bold steps to improve five struggling campuses with targeted turnaround plans aimed at boosting student success.

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Del Valle ISD presents improvement and turnaround plans for five campuses; public hearing adjourned 7-0
Del Valle ISD trustees heard a presentation on targeted improvement plans (TIPs) and turnaround plans (TAPs) for five campuses and closed the public hearing without taking formal action; staff said final plans will be submitted to the Texas Education Agency by Nov. 21, 2025.
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November 6, 2025 at 11:43 PM
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The Colonial School Board is diving deep into legislative priorities, including a controversial shift in the burden of proof for complaints and a push for better funding for mental health services in schools.

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DSBA legislative priorities highlighted to Colonial board: burden of proof, behavioral health funding, SAT concerns
Dr. Dorsey reported to the Colonial School Board on three topics discussed by the Delaware School Boards Association legislative committee: proposals to shift burden of proof in complaints to complainants, calls for unit-based and flexible funding for mental and behavioral health services, and critique of using the SAT as the sole high-school-level
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November 6, 2025 at 4:39 AM
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The latest Maryland Report Card reveals a rise in star ratings for schools, yet deep disparities persist for multilingual learners and students with disabilities.

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Maryland report card: more schools earn 4–5 stars; gaps remain for multilingual learners and students with disabilities
MSDE released the 2024–25 Maryland report card showing 43% of schools earned four or five stars (up from 41%); middle schools showed the greatest gains. MSDE cautioned that disparities persist for multilingual learners, economically disadvantaged students and students with disabilities.
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November 5, 2025 at 8:57 AM
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Witnesses are demanding an independent oversight office to combat retaliation and racial disparities in Massachusetts corrections—will their voices lead to change?

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Advocates press for independent correctional oversight, citing retaliation and racial disparities
Witnesses at the hearing urged creation of an independent correctional oversight office (S.1725/H.2636) to investigate retaliation, collect racial disparity data, and enforce existing reforms, arguing DOC self‑oversight has failed to protect incarcerated people and families.
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October 26, 2025 at 12:30 PM
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Candidates in Holyoke clash over the Municipal Modernization Act, debating whether a new finance department can finally untangle years of accounting chaos.

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Candidates split on Municipal Modernization Act and establishing a city finance department
Holyoke candidates debated the Municipal Modernization Act and whether a new chief financial officer/modernized finance department is needed to fix long-standing bookkeeping problems.
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October 24, 2025 at 10:19 AM
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The Tennessee Public Charter School Commission made significant strides by approving crucial policy updates and adopting the TISA accountability report in their latest meeting.

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Commission adopts multiple policy and rule updates, and approves TISA accountability report during Oct. 16 meeting
The Tennessee Public Charter School Commission approved committee recommendations and adopted multiple policy and rule updates, and approved the TISA accountability report; votes included LEA policy 5104, commission policies 3.71 (first reading) and 3.01 (final reading), and two commission rules on final reading.
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October 21, 2025 at 5:36 AM
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Alabama's schools face a historic enrollment drop, risking funding and teacher positions while officials scramble for solutions.

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State board weighs testing, accountability and a funding hold-harmless amid steep enrollment drop
At a November work session the Alabama State Board of Education heard department staff outline plans for administering new assessments in spring 2021, the likely drop in enrollment this year and options to prevent school funding losses tied to the decline.
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October 18, 2025 at 5:36 AM
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The Louisiana State Board has taken a bold step to potentially revive score banking for Algebra I, aiming to protect high school performance amidst accountability changes.

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BESE approves notice of intent to allow banking of Algebra I scores, directs waiver request to U.S. Department of Education
The State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education approved a notice of intent to revise Bulletin 111 to allow banking of Algebra I scores from middle‑school administrations and directed the Louisiana Department of Education to seek a waiver from certain Elementary and Secondary Education Act requirements until new comprehensive assessments are,
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October 16, 2025 at 12:21 AM
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Alabama is considering a federal waiver that could lower testing participation rates and temporarily suspend accountability measures for schools—what does this mean for our education system?

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Board briefed on federal waiver option for spring accountability and participation thresholds
Department staff explained a federal waiver template that could ease participation‑rate requirements for spring testing, temporarily suspend the state report card and pause the ‘failing schools’ list for one year; the waiver would require a 30‑day public comment period and a commitment to restore accountability in 2022.
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October 15, 2025 at 9:54 AM
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Tensions rise as New Hampshire lawmakers grapple with education funding—will they prioritize urgent solutions or risk delaying necessary reforms?

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New Hampshire House Rejects Education Funding Bill in Favor of Interim Study
Lawmakers oppose ITL on education funding amid concerns over special education and accountability.
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October 1, 2025 at 2:13 AM
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Alabama's education system is about to change dramatically with the introduction of dual accountability frameworks designed to better support English learners!

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Alabama Education Board Implements Dual Accountability Systems for English Learners
Alabama introduces separate accountability systems to address federal and state education requirements.
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September 30, 2025 at 1:16 AM
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Massachusetts legislators are shaking things up by granting state auditors access to tax records, aiming for greater oversight of government programs!

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Massachusetts legislators amend tax audit access in oversight improvement act
Bill expands state auditor access to tax records for auditing state agencies and programs
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September 27, 2025 at 2:07 PM
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The NYPD and CCRB are taking significant steps to enhance collaboration and accountability in misconduct investigations—what does this mean for police transparency in NYC?

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NYPD and CCRB Enhance Collaboration on Misconduct Investigations and Disciplinary Procedures
NYPD strengthens ties with CCRB, streamlining investigations and disciplinary processes for misconduct.
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September 24, 2025 at 12:28 AM
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Massachusetts has taken a bold step by enacting retroactive provisions that hold individuals accountable for aiding and abetting murder convictions.

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Legislation Expands Accountability for Aiding and Abetting Murder Charges
Bill enacts retroactive provisions for aiding and abetting murder convictions
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September 20, 2025 at 6:31 AM
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The Senate Judiciary C meeting revealed alarming performance issues in Orleans Parish's criminal justice system, raising urgent questions about accountability and transparency.

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Metropolitan Crime Commission Reports Orleans Parish Criminal Justice System Performance Issues
Metropolitan Crime Commission highlights funding disparities and performance issues in Orleans Parish's judiciary.
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September 16, 2025 at 11:12 PM
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Michigan legislators are demanding accountability in the child welfare system after alarming revelations about unsafe placements and questionable decision-making practices.

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Michigan Department Head Faces Scrutiny Over Auditor General Criticism
Officials review placement decisions and audit claims amid allegations of bias in the department.
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September 9, 2025 at 6:27 PM
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Texas is taking bold steps to enhance law enforcement accountability with new rules that ensure all misconduct allegations are documented, even if not sustained.

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Texas Commission Adopts Amendments to TCO Rules on Misconduct Reporting and License Revocation
Commission unanimously adopts amendments to TCO rules regarding misconduct and licensing standards.
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September 5, 2025 at 5:20 PM
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A former officer's shocking testimony about corruption within Tennessee's police department raises urgent questions about accountability and community trust.

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Officer Testifies on Internal Corruption Investigation Linked to Chief Walker
Officer reveals hesitations about reporting corruption under Chief Walker during testimony.
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September 1, 2025 at 4:42 AM
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Tennessee police officer appeals for his certification, questioning the truth behind the misconduct allegations that could change his life forever.

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Officer Brownell Appeals for Post Certification After Controversial Incident
Officer Brownell seeks post certification reinstatement following a troubling investigation situation.
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September 1, 2025 at 12:37 AM
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Community members are demanding urgent changes from the Edgewood School Board amidst rising concerns over student preparedness and leadership failures.

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Community Members Demand Accountability from Edgewood School Board Amid Student Failures
Parents and educators criticize Edgewood leadership for inadequate student preparedness and communication failures.
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August 21, 2025 at 11:36 AM
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Minneapolis commissioners are demanding urgent reforms to a police discipline matrix they say lacks clarity and accountability, risking community trust and safety.

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Review Panel Critiques Police Discipline Matrix for Lacking Clarity and Accountability
Commissioners call for redrafting due to insufficient guidance and transparency in police discipline matrix.
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August 21, 2025 at 4:36 AM
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Texas is taking bold steps to revamp its correctional system, including the sale of land to fund major repairs and the farewell of a transformative leader after 40 years.

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Texas Board Approves Sale of Mumpert Unit Land for Major Repairs
Board approves Mumpert Unit land sale to fund major repairs with provisions for rights reservation.
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August 20, 2025 at 8:50 AM
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Tennessee's Private Probation Council is on the brink of major changes, with two pivotal rules advancing for the governor's review that promise to reshape accountability and training standards in the system.

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Council Moves Forward With Two Proposed Rules Ahead Of November Vote
Council advances signature requirement and training reduction rules for governor's review.
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August 8, 2025 at 1:14 AM