The expanded program adds specialized investigators across Texas to help local agencies pursue unsolved murders and sexual assaults
The suspect struck vehicles but did not strike any of the Minneapolis-area law enforcement officers as he fired multiple shots from a third-floor window
The new requirement, also under consideration in California, attempts to thwart the production of untraceable “ghost guns”
As officers pursued a man who shot at a Harrison County deputy, the suspect shot at officers again before fleeing into woods; he was later found and fatally shot when he refused to drop his gun
Representatives for Penn and Warner Bros. have not yet commented on the movie’s protagonist but said he’s based on a real person
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UPCOMING & ON-DEMAND EVENTS
From self-doubt to credibility tests, early-career challenges can define what comes next. This discussion explores how women navigate those pressures and build lasting career momentum
How automated reporting and synchronized dispatch and response can bridge staffing gaps and boost officer safety
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
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
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
Grants readiness guide: A practical guide to winning public-safety funding
What you need to know (and do) now to be ready for the next grant cycle
Kustom Signals serves plenty of major jurisdictions, but its flexibility and support have a lot to offer smaller ones
State legislatures are moving to restrict this key technology — here’s how to protect it
“Plan for the worst – hope for the best” is not a strategy
A new training model challenges traditional silos by blending tactics, tools and decision-making into one adaptive, real-world approach to officer readiness
What it takes to move from fragmented casework to a more coordinated, intelligence-driven approach
Retired SWAT operator and military veteran discusses how training, tactics and ballistic protection help agencies address modern threats
Cut through the AI hype and protect the integrity of your case
WATCH NOW
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
Fashion meets defense in Springfield Armory’s collaboration with Alexo Athletica, offering purpose-built athletic wear that blends fitness, safety and everyday carry
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