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Data shows that California’s efforts to combat racial profiling by police officers have done little to root out racial disparities in traffic and pedestrian stops.

The Pleasanton Police Department welcomed two new officers last week: Austin Dement and Robert Palma, both lateral hires from other departments within the greater Bay Area.

Officer Rob Gallinatti joined the Pleasanton Police Department earlier this month after nine years working for Oakland police, including time as a field training officer, community resource officer and promotion to sergeant.

PLEASANTON — Certain police equipment designated by state legislation for military use — such as semiautomatic rifles, tear gas and nonlethal munitions — will remain at the disposal of the

The Pleasanton City Council gave initial support last week to an ordinance that would continue allowing the Pleasanton Police Department to use military or specialized equipment.

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Compliments on Pleasanton Police Department’s (PPD) community advisory board (CAB) and calls for department oversight formed the bulk of the city council’s comments April 19, when the PPD presented its

I appreciate Chief Swings candor, although the fact that our police department possesses that much military equipment that under current legislation adversely impacts the publics safety and welfare also causes me concern...

I appreciate Chief Swings candor, although the fact that our police department possesses that much military equipment that under current legislation adversely impacts the publics safety and welfare also causes me concern...

Members of the Pleasanton PD and City Council discussed the latest on local policing practices and activities Tuesday as part of the citys efforts to increase accountability, transparency and oversight in the wake of criticism...