“The OCSD will not tolerate this type of behavior,” Oktibbeha County Shank Phelps said. “A baseball field is supposed to be a place of fun and family; fighting has no place there”
The California-based drone maker is scaling domestic production to meet growing demand from public safety and the military while reducing reliance on foreign supply chains
The 2022 fatal shooting of a man, who was well-known to police, prompted the Albuquerque PD to change use-of-force policies
A daring recovery operation in South Africa’s Komati River saw a police captain lowered into dangerous waters to retrieve a massive 1,100 lb crocodile linked to a missing businessman
Anne Arundel County PD leaders say the schedule puts more officers on duty at once, but night-shift fatigue remains a concern for the union
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Gordon Graham leads discussion on how app-based vehicle inspections prevent in-the-field failures
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How to navigate JAG funding and build stronger, more competitive grant applications
Digitizing inspections and audits to improve readiness and reduce manual work
As shields are used more often in dynamic, high-risk incidents, agencies are reexamining how testing standards reflect real-world threats and officer safety
The impact and responsibility of law enforcement leadership
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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
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