The petition for a light sentence for Sgt. Erik Duran included signatures from federal agents, officers across the country and some cops worldwide
The new bill gives a state board the authority to decertify a sheriff and requires that decertified sheriffs be removed from office and replaced
Auburn Police Officers Edward Pickard and Lucas Drancsak spotted the person, climbed down a 10-foot wall and ran to shoreline; Pickard entered the water and helped the person to safety
Shooting incidents for the year-to-date are down 25% compared to 2024 and 40% compared to 2023, the department announced
As burnout and cumulative stress continue to impact first responders, a new retreat model focuses on proactive recovery and long-term resilience
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UPCOMING & ON-DEMAND EVENTS
How to position FY26 applications for defensibility, alignment and sustainability
Empowering investigators to focus on judgment, strategy and justice
Learn to communicate your agency’s needs and avoid gaps that stall funding
Cut login delays and boost officer safety: Modernize access without slowing down the mission
How early caller context can transform dispatch, RTCC awareness and field safety
Gordon Graham leads discussion on how app-based vehicle inspections prevent in-the-field failures
First-year police chiefs share the strategies, surprises and lessons that shaped their first 12 months in command — with takeaways that apply to any leader stepping into a new role
Explore how to align your agency’s plans with funding opportunities related to national celebrations and large-scale event needs
You can’t control the chaos — but you can train the brain that faces it. Learn how to build decision-making that holds under pressure
Turning fragmented theft data into prosecutable evidence
Generative AI is emerging in police work. Join chiefs exploring how to harness its potential while addressing the challenges of oversight and trust
Gain insights into investigative methods that ensure accuracy, consistency and courtroom-ready results
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
What the data and the field reveal about where agencies lose candidates and how to keep them
Their maker, Visual Detection Systems, uses a novel plant-based formula to detect the deadly drug
How Laser Tech’s TruSpeed S Series brings LiDAR to more officers
How intelligence-led operations help agencies stay ahead of evolving threats at large-scale events in 2026 and beyond
What happens between the alert and the response — and why leadership decisions made early matter
Digitizing inspections and audits to improve readiness and reduce manual work
A practical guide to finding funding, writing stronger applications and making the case for officer safety gear
How stolen vehicles move seamlessly across international lines
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From joining the force in the 1970s to serving in witness and dignitary protection, a retired Pittsburgh detective reflects on a pioneering career
OFF DUTY
From mattresses and pillows to sheets, blankets and quilts, here’s how officers can turn their bed into a recovery tool that supports health, performance and well-being
Discover how officers can improve sleep and fight fatigue with simple changes like air filters, blackout curtains and humidity control
How new federal tax rules could affect your paycheck, deductions and long-term savings
Leaving your tactical team doesn’t end your warrior spirit — it reshapes it into service that builds a new tribe beside the old
Fashion meets defense in Springfield Armory’s collaboration with Alexo Athletica, offering purpose-built athletic wear that blends fitness, safety and everyday carry
Considering the proliferation of law enforcement take-home vehicle programs, it’s no surprise there has been a correlating increase in burglaries to those vehicles
You don’t have to make a medical diagnosis, but recognizing the warning signs and knowing what not to do can make a lifesaving difference until EMS arrives
A practical guide to interpreting urine color for maintaining optimal hydration
Insulated, smart, and high-capacity bottles designed to help first responders beat dehydration on shift and beyond
From paddleboarding and kayaking to fishing in remote areas, discover the gear, training and self-defense strategies outdoor enthusiasts need to stay safe on the water
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