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Public Safety

A stop sign at a Walnut Street intersection

Oxford considers Mile Square traffic calming recommendations from students

A group of students suggested several solutions to improve public safety for pedestrians during an Oxford City Council work session.
Sean Scott May 9, 2025
Suspect apprehended in Oxford apartment barricade situation

Suspect apprehended in Oxford apartment barricade situation

Police took a suspect into custody after an hours-long standoff in which a man had barricaded himself in a former girlfriend's apartment, Oxford's Chief of Police confirmed.
Sean Scott Apr 15, 2025
Adam Price's wife and daughters pin his new badge on his OPD uniform

OPD names new Lieutenant at swearing-in ceremony

After working with the Oxford Police Department for 19 years, Adam Price has been promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. He previously served in multiple roles, most recently as Detective Sergeant.
Sean Scott Mar 21, 2025
A car radio

Automakers vs. AM radio

If leaders in the car industry have their way, future car models won't have AM radio. That move would put Americans at risk, particularly during emergencies which government agencies rely on AM radio to communicate about.
Richard Campbell Dec 28, 2024
A bright yellow and orange beehive mural covers the wall of one Uptown alley

As Oxford officials consider solutions to improve alleys, staff raise public safety concerns

Today, Oxford's alleys are primarily used as cut-throughs and routes for deliveries and waste management. City officials want to see more creative uses of the spaces, but city staff warn that could come with logistical and safety concerns.
Sean Scott Dec 19, 2024

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