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City leaders in Blackduck, a town of 800, voted unanimously to close down its police department, which was founded in 1910
Trooper Sergio Romero, 27, had served with the Department of Public Safety since 2025, and had prior law enforcement experience
NYPD heavy-weapons teams, bomb-sniffing K-9s, mounted units, and the “full scope of the NYPD’s counter-terrorism capabilities,” were deployed during the parade
The expanded program adds specialized investigators across Texas to help local agencies pursue unsolved murders and sexual assaults
Mundelein PD officers responded to reports of a woman in mental health crisis; as they attempted to remove the woman’s mother from the home, the woman approached with a knife
Video showed the sergeant threatening a suspect before a female officer pulled the sergeant away; he was then seen turning around, grabbing her by the throat and pushing her into another cruiser
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How video, supported by connected data and automated tools, is shaping police response, reporting and post-incident review
The link between reduced burnout, improved retention and smarter workflows
The margin between prevention and response is shrinking — and the stakes are rising
Turn officer safety needs into competitive, fundable grant requests
Making diverse tools work together without increasing complexity
Separating myth from measurable outcomes in automated speed enforcement
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How to position FY26 applications for defensibility, alignment and sustainability
Learn to communicate your agency’s needs and avoid gaps that stall funding
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Retired SWAT operator and military veteran discusses how training, tactics and ballistic protection help agencies address modern threats
“Plan for the worst – hope for the best” is not a strategy
Get practical answers to the AI questions law enforcement leaders are asking right now
New mandates need new technology to unlock the full value of OSINT
What Police1’s “What Cops Want” data reveal about what happens when officers are constantly playing catch-up — and what it means for performance, safety and retention
How the platform helps departments turn fragmented data into faster leads and clearer connections
The carjacking suspect was foiled by stolen vehicle assistance technology and interagency coordination
Police drones are evolving fast, but lagging connectivity, dropped signals and limited bandwidth can undermine their effectiveness
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National Police Week finds its roots in 1962 when President John F. Kennedy signed Proclamation 3466, designating May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day
OFF DUTY
From TSA compliance to real-world durability, these lock boxes earn high marks for officers who need lightweight, secure storage that performs under pressure
Building a positive off-duty identity, like Sgt. Andre Thomas’ work as a Sea World dolphin trainer, is vital for long-term wellness in public safety.
On National Punctuation Day, test your knowledge of punctuation
Researchers have identified four common sleep disturbances experienced by public safety personnel
Bloodwork, CPAP therapy, supplements and nighttime routines can address hidden health issues that sabotage rest — and help officers sleep soundly again
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
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