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Harris County Leaders To Debate Strengthening Civilian Oversight Of Police

Posted on June 8, 2020 · The proposal by Democratic Commissioner Rodney Ellis is likely to face opposition by the two Republican commissioners

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Sandra Bland’s Sister Discusses Lawsuit; Law Enforcement Expert Weighs In

Posted on August 5, 2015 · On Tuesday, the family of Sandra Bland filed a federal lawsuit against the Texas Department of Public Safety, a state trooper, two jailers and the Waller County Jail in connection with Bland's death while in jail custody following her July 10arrest. Bland's family say they still haven't received enough answers about her death and autopsy. […]