“She spends several days each week ... assisting with administrative work and offering something just as valuable: genuine care for those returning from difficult calls,” the L.A. Protective League stated
Detectives Victor Lemus, Joshua Kelley-Eklund and William Osborn died on July 18, 2025, after one of two grenades found in a Santa Monica apartment complex detonated
James Aren Duckett was sentenced to death in 1988 after being convicted of first-degree murder and sexual battery of an 11-year-old girl
The Union City PD adopted Ezra and his brother, Ellis, in December 2025; the kittens visit Union City Village residents, especially children, after potentially traumatic incidents
The judge cited reasonable doubt after conflicting testimony about whether Kelsey Fitzsimmons pointed a firearm at responding North Andover Officer Pat Noonan
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UPCOMING & ON-DEMAND EVENTS
What the data and the field reveal about where agencies lose candidates and how to keep them
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
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
How Laser Tech’s TruSpeed S Series brings LiDAR to more officers
Why effort alone won’t solve today’s staffing crisis
It facilitates speed, security and repeatable loadouts for today’s equipment-heavy vehicles
By partnering with local schools, law enforcement can help teach important life skills
Small increases in speed dramatically raise the risk for children – but automated enforcement can reverse the trend
As threats evolve, departments can prepare with minimal resources
Today’s candidates expect speed, simplicity and a mobile experience – here’s how to stay ahead
How unified communications and resilient connectivity help agencies maintain awareness and coordination when traditional networks fail
WATCH NOW
Kingsway Jiu-Jitsu athlete and 12-time ADCC Open medalist Brandon George explains why officers should deliberately train mount, turtle and full-duty-gear grappling to build composure in chaotic encounters
OFF DUTY
The skills that keep you steady on duty can leave you feeling exposed with the people you love
From policing communities to guiding anglers, one deputy’s second act proves there’s life beyond the badge
Stock up at 5.11 Tactical, grab a free meal at Chili’s, and enjoy more deals honoring U.S. military and first responders
These stores and restaurants are showing their gratitude to law enforcement officers with an abundance of discounts
An officer’s moving tribute to those who’ve worn the badge and now face the quiet struggle of life after service
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
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