Keith Sydnor
Coverage of Keith Sydnor in the Nexus archive.
- Cities, towns nationwide revive teen curfews amid summer crowds
Cities and towns across the U.S. are reviving juvenile curfews and increasing police patrols to address teen gatherings and fights organized via social media. Some communities, like Laurel, Maryland, and Washington, D.C., have implemented or expanded curfews, while others, such as Tampa and Baltimore, offer alternative programs like free recreation activities to provide supervised spaces for teenagers.
- City of Laurel announces new juvenile curfew to start the summer after school year ends
The City of Laurel implemented a new summer curfew effective June 18, restricting individuals under 18 from being outdoors after 10 p.m. until Labor Day. Exceptions include supervision by parents, travel to/from work, or participation in organized events. Mayor Keith Sydnor cited regional safety concerns and plans to fund teen activities to keep youth engaged.