Chula Vista Police Chief Roxana Kennedy filed claims alleging that the city manager used an off-duty incident as a pretext to reprimand Kennedy and launched a retaliatory investigation
Tenino Mayor Dave Watterson stated the city faced bankruptcy if the police department remained active
Researchers hope the findings will help agencies better understand the challenges officers face balancing policing, parenting and family life
The Marion County deputy was protected from more severe injuries by his ballistic vest after a suspect attacked him while he was getting out of his cruiser
Rochester Officer Denny Wright was stabbed in the face by a suspect while responding to a disturbance; his lawsuit stated he was not adequately warned about the man’s documented mental health history
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Separating myth from measurable outcomes in automated speed enforcement
Lessons from agencies that are improving efficiency, accuracy and officer safety
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
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How human validation keeps digital evidence defensible in high-volume investigations
Cumbersome and costly testing methods have long challenged first responders – this product changes that
Jim Dudley and Kunins discusses Axon’s AI innovations, real-time tools and ethical approach to empowering law enforcement
Reducing gaps and strengthening evidence with digital solutions
Its focused approach, evolving technology and customer-driven development continue to support proactive policing and investigative work
Connected workflows help investigators get to actionable evidence faster
From breast cancer to mental health, awareness badges create powerful connections between officers and their communities
Learn how AI-powered tools are improving detection, accelerating investigations and protecting vulnerable children
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AI is enabling investigators to process massive volumes of digital evidence faster, reduce backlogs and uncover critical leads while keeping humans in control
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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
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
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