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Newton resigns under a mutual separation agreement amid shootings, complaints. Agreement pays Newton $50,000 and blocks suing, appeal and rejoining KCPD. Community groups and advocates demand ...

Will Kenton is an expert on the economy and investing laws and regulations. He previously held senior editorial roles at Investopedia and Kapitall Wire and holds a MA in Economics from The New School ...

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