Researchers hope the findings will help agencies better understand the challenges officers face balancing policing, parenting and family life
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
From the 38th Annual Candlelight Vigil to the Police Unity Tour and K-9 memorial service, agencies across the country honored officers and K-9s who made the ultimate sacrifice
The demolished motorbikes were among more than 5,700 seized in 2026; the vehicles were snatched for being unregistered, uninsured, or having fake or altered plates
Officer Dylan Chase Owen, 26, had served with the Citronelle Police Department for two years and was named Rookie of the Year in 2025
FIREARMS WEEK: ARE OFFICERS EQUIPPED FOR TODAY’S FIGHTS?
If your handgun is hungry, your response should be automatic: feed it and get back to work; here’s how to build reload skills that stand up to stress
Nearly half of respondents identified threats beyond typical handgun range as a limitation, while many pointed to optics, patrol rifles and additional training as ways to improve capability
This practical 10-point self-assessment helps agencies determine whether their firearms setup is equipped for the realities police officers face in the field
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TimePilot helps investigators connect evidence faster, reduce backlogs and move cases forward with confidence
The carjacking suspect was foiled by stolen vehicle assistance technology and interagency coordination
The hidden gap in police drone programs: Why connectivity, not aircraft, is the real limiting factor
Police drones are evolving fast, but lagging connectivity, dropped signals and limited bandwidth can undermine their effectiveness
New research reveals where agencies are experiencing communication gaps — and what technologies they’re prioritizing to stay connected during emergencies, disasters and large-scale incidents
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Proper practice, especially under stress, helps officers use these tools safely and effectively
OFF DUTY
How an age-old challenge and a new generation are chipping away at defined-benefit pensions
A Florida police sergeant poses with fellow officers on his final shift
Extra jobs are common among cops, but they can be risky in more ways than one. Leaders must consider the following liabilities if they want to avoid making the news
After a rough few years for law enforcement families, hearing songs that exude pride for the profession is music to our ears
An officer recounts the off-duty, plainclothes survival tips he learned after coming across an armed robbery
Applying lessons learned from Operation Diligent Valor to help LEOs and their families cope with trauma
Here are some of the things that scare me the most and the tools I am using to push past my fears
At the end of the day, cooking is a lot like police work: it’s really simple for the most part
A 22LR firearm is the best investment a person can make
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