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Many departments already have drone programs, the Chief pointed out, including much smaller cities. He wants Grand Rapids- the second largest municipal agency in the state- to follow suit.
Law enforcement is dealing with unprecedented turnover, with many departments across West Michigan struggling to fill open positions.
If a public hearing is approved, Grand Rapids police will hold community engagement sessions around the proposed use of drones by the department.
Sherelle Hogan grew up with both parents behind bars. Now, she's on a mission to help kids of incarcerated parents in Michigan break the cycle with her nonprofit, The Pure Heart Foundation.
Chief Winstrom invited FOX 17 into his office Tuesday to sit down with him one-on-one to talk about his most significant accomplishments and challenges over the last 365 days.