Mike Williams’ 04.26.07 local cop news

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Michigan: A man suspected of firing shots at an unoccupied nightclub shot at two police officers Tuesday, killing one, then died when officers returned fire, officials said.

Maryland: Officer in foot pursuit hit by police cruiser. One officer in grave condition.

Tennessee: Deputies find vehicle used in SWAT weapons theft.

Pennsylvania: Police say officer shot by air gun during standoff.

Illinois: Campus safety still top priority.

Texas: Police officers are sharpening the skills they would use to end a hostage situation or another call that would bring in the SWAT team.

Georgia: Grand jury begins training in police shooting probe.

Michigan: Council: Let FBI probe cop shooting. City Councilwoman Carolyn Sims, a retired Flint police officer, lashed out at what she called “rookie” police officers’ wrongful use of deadly force. She called it a “senseless murder.”

Wisconsin: Police officer saves life after man collapses while mowing lawn.

West Virginia: Homeowner almost shoots police officer.