Criminology

GREAT AMERICAN MYSTERIES TO LAUNCH ON GREAT AMERICAN FAMILY

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

NEW YORK, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Great American Family, the home of quality content celebrating family, faith, and country, announced it will soon launch GREAT AMERICAN MYSTERIES, mystery movie franchises which star some of the network's most beloved talent. Great American Family announced the first movie in Great American Mysteries inaugural launch is, "The Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Winemaker," starring Candace Cameron Bure ("Aurora Teagarden Mysteries," "My Christmas Hero") and Aaron Ashmore ("Ginny & Georgia"). "The Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Winemaker" is adapted from bestselling novelist Candace Havens' book of the same name. Great American Mysteries is the new home for a variety of thrilling whodunnits featuring beloved Great American Family stars and the network will announce more new original mystery movie series in the next few weeks.

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  • CANDACE CAMERON BURE STARS IN FIRST-EVER MYSTERY MOVIE FRANCHISE FOR GREAT AMERICAN MYSTERIES, 'THE AINSLEY MCGREGOR MYSTERIES: A CASE FOR THE WINEMAKER'
    NEW YORK, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Great American Family, the home of quality content celebrating family, faith, and country, announced it will soon launch GREAT AMERICAN MYSTERIES, mystery movie franchises which star some of the network's most beloved talent.
  • Great American Family announced the first movie in Great American Mysteries inaugural launch is, "The Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Winemaker," starring Candace Cameron Bure ("Aurora Teagarden Mysteries," "My Christmas Hero") and Aaron Ashmore ("Ginny & Georgia").
  • "The Ainsley McGregor Mysteries: A Case for the Winemaker" is adapted from bestselling novelist Candace Havens' book of the same name.
  • Great American Mysteries is the new home for a variety of thrilling whodunnits featuring beloved Great American Family stars and the network will announce more new original mystery movie series in the next few weeks.

LOSSAN Agency Announces New Board of Directors Leadership for 2024

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

ORANGE, Calif., Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bryan MacDonald, Mayor Pro Tem of Oxnard, and Fred Jung, Mayor of Fullerton, have been appointed to lead the Los Angeles – San Diego – San Luis Obispo (LOSSAN) Rail Corridor Agency (Agency) Board of Directors (Board) in 2024, overseeing key initiatives outlined in the LOSSAN Agency's annual business plan.

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  • ORANGE, Calif., Feb. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Bryan MacDonald, Mayor Pro Tem of Oxnard, and Fred Jung, Mayor of Fullerton, have been appointed to lead the Los Angeles – San Diego – San Luis Obispo (LOSSAN) Rail Corridor Agency (Agency) Board of Directors (Board) in 2024, overseeing key initiatives outlined in the LOSSAN Agency's annual business plan.
  • "His extensive experience and leadership serving the LOSSAN Agency will be invaluable as we work to increase ridership and expand intercity rail travel in Southern California."
  • MacDonald, representing the Ventura County Transportation Commission on the LOSSAN Board, was unanimously elected Board Chair.
  • The LOSSAN Agency is governed by an 11-member Board composed of officials representing rail owners, operators, and planning agencies along the LOSSAN rail corridor between San Diego and San Luis Obispo.

Why the teenagers who murdered Brianna Ghey should have remained anonymous

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

The two teenagers convicted of the horrific murder of Brianna Ghey have received life sentences.

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  • The two teenagers convicted of the horrific murder of Brianna Ghey have received life sentences.
  • The public might well have a short-term interest in the identities of Brianna Ghey’s murderers.
  • Justice Yip commented that the public would want to know the perpetrators’ names “to understand how children could do something so dreadful”.
  • Naming them will damage their likelihood of future safe release, both in terms of protecting the perpetrators and protecting society.

New Study Finds that Flock Safety is Instrumental in Solving 10% of Reported Crime in U.S.

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

20 additional Flock customers within 50 kilometers of the original agency leads to a 1% increase in clearance rates.

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  • 20 additional Flock customers within 50 kilometers of the original agency leads to a 1% increase in clearance rates.
  • Flock Safety , the all-in-one technology solution that keeps communities safe, today announced results of a study that shows how Flock Safety technology is instrumental in solving 10% of reported crimes in the U.S.
  • This large-scale study was intended to provide more data on the efficacy of Flock Safety technology, specifically its License Plate Recognition (LPR) cameras, and their impact on crime clearance and reduction.
  • “As Flock Safety products have become more ubiquitous in the world of law enforcement, questions of effectiveness and usage are concerns of the public.

Chelsea Groton Bank Promotes 13

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

Groton, Conn., Jan. 31, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chelsea Groton Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of 13 employees following a Board of Trustees meeting.

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  • Groton, Conn., Jan. 31, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chelsea Groton Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of 13 employees following a Board of Trustees meeting.
  • “While much has changed throughout the Bank’s nearly 170 years serving the communities of southeastern Connecticut, the team members of Chelsea Groton Bank continue to go above and beyond for their customers and community,” said Anthony A. Joyce, III, President and CEO of Chelsea Groton Bank.
  • Mario has been with Chelsea Groton Bank since 2016 and has continued to elevate his contributions to Chelsea Groton’s Technology Services team.
  • Luann joined Chelsea Groton Bank in 2015, based out of the Bank’s Lending Center in Glastonbury.

PPR Capital Management Promotes Taylor Nelson to Director of Non-Performing Loan Investments

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

BERWYN, Pa., Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PPR Capital Management, a private equity real estate investment firm, has announced the promotion of Taylor Nelson to Director of Non-Performing Loan Investments. In this role, Nelson will lead PPR's Non-Performing Loan (NPL) business vertical and will be responsible for acquisitions, surveillance and performance of the firm's NPL business line and Joint Venture partnerships. Nelson previously served as the firm's Senior Acquisition and Portfolio Analyst since 2020.

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  • Having Purchased Over $440 Million In the Past Two Years, Nelson Leads the Firm's Expansion of its NPL Business Model
    BERWYN, Pa., Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- PPR Capital Management , a private equity real estate investment firm, has announced the promotion of Taylor Nelson to Director of Non-Performing Loan Investments.
  • In this role, Nelson will lead PPR's Non-Performing Loan (NPL) business vertical and will be responsible for acquisitions, surveillance and performance of the firm's NPL business line and Joint Venture partnerships.
  • "Taylor has been a champion of PPR's continued expansion into the NPL vertical and a major contributor to the firm's success in this area," said Steve Meyer, CEO of PPR Capital Management.
  • "As Director of NPL Investments I'm excited about the opportunity to maximize PPR's NPL portfolio," said Nelson.

Matthew Kochinski Joins Johnson Pope's Litigation Team

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

TAMPA, Fla., Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Johnson Pope Bokor Ruppel & Burns, LLP is pleased to announce that Matthew Kochinski has joined the firm's Tampa office.

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  • TAMPA, Fla., Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Johnson Pope Bokor Ruppel & Burns, LLP is pleased to announce that Matthew Kochinski has joined the firm's Tampa office.
  • Prior to joining the firm, Matthew worked for a prominent insurance defense firm in the Tampa Bay area where he handled all aspects of litigation.
  • Based on his work at his prior firm, Matthew was recognized by his colleagues and nominated for Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch.
  • For more information about Johnson Pope Bokor Ruppel & Burns, LLP, and its comprehensive range of legal services, visit https://www.jpfirm.com .

AllCampus and California Lutheran University Announce New Partnership to Launch Online Bachelor's and Master's Programs

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

CHICAGO, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- AllCampus, a leading higher education services provider partnering with top-ranked institutions to make higher education more affordable, accessible and equitable, today announced a new partnership with California Lutheran University. The collaboration will begin immediately with multiple in-person programs and expand into online programs with 11 online graduate and undergraduate programs and is expected to support one new online-only program.

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  • The collaboration will begin immediately with multiple in-person programs and expand into online programs with 11 online graduate and undergraduate programs and is expected to support one new online-only program.
  • California Lutheran University is recognized as one of the top 15 colleges in the West, according to U.S. News & World Report.
  • Through this partnership, AllCampus will assist California Lutheran University with student services and instructional design for online programs, with support from LearningMate.
  • AllCampus is also expected to help launch an online Master of Science in Sport Management program in Fall 2024.

Signature Resolution Welcomes Hon. Peter Wilson (Ret.) to Panel of Neutrals

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Monday, January 8, 2024

LOS ANGELES, Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Signature Resolution, a leader in alternative dispute resolution, announced today the addition of Hon. Peter Wilson (Ret.) to its panel of neutrals. With over 40 years of legal experience and an extensive career that spans various facets of law, Judge Wilson brings a wealth of expertise and breadth to his new role.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Signature Resolution , a leader in alternative dispute resolution, announced today the addition of Hon.
  • "My career in law has been profoundly rewarding, and in joining Signature Resolution, I welcome the opportunity to continue to assist those caught up in the complexities of our judicial system," said Judge Wilson.
  • "Judge Wilson brings vast experience to our Signature Resolution panel, especially after serving for five years on the Civil Complex Panel of the Superior Court of Orange County," said Dario Higuchi, Signature Resolution founding partner and managing member.
  • With a profound understanding of the importance of successful mediation in the legal system, Judge Wilson looks forward to contributing to this essential resolution process.

Starbucks Raises the Bar With Industry-Leading Employee Benefits, Outperforming Competitors

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Monday, November 6, 2023

“Investing in our partners is what drives our success,” said Sara Trilling, executive vice president and president of Starbucks North America.

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  • “Investing in our partners is what drives our success,” said Sara Trilling, executive vice president and president of Starbucks North America.
  • And an important way we do this is by investing in our partners’ journey, to bridge to a better future at Starbucks and beyond.
  • Highlights of partner investments include:
    Vacation Accrual: With every cup, with every conversation, with every community – Starbucks nurtures the limitless possibilities of human connection.
  • Introduction of First-Ever North America Barista Championship: Starbucks partners take pride in their craft and have fun while doing it.