Boston Marathon

How National First Responders Day came about

A six-year push for the day of appreciation, inspired by heroism and tragedy, culminated in the designation of Oct. 28 to honor first responders

Boston Marathon will have 'inauguration level' of security on Monday, police say

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A special task force has been created for the event and is comprised of officers from as far away as Alaska

From the frontlines to leadership: How law enforcement can tackle crypto

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CHAINALYSIS

According to a recent survey, 74% of respondents say agency employees currently are not well-equipped to investigate cryptocurrency-related crime. However, they’re seeing a rise in criminal activity.

In remembrance of MIT Officer Sean Collier

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A chief shares her memories of attending the funeral of MIT Police Officer Sean Allen Collier who was killed in the line of duty by the Boston Marathon bombers

Full police call-up announced for Boston Marathon Monday

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The announcement came just hours after a shooter wounded 10 on a subway train in Brooklyn; there is currently no "credible threat," officials say

Officer who tackled Boston Marathon bomber retires

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Sgt. Jeffrey Pugliese came face to face with the bombers in a gunfight in 2013

Supreme Court could reimpose Boston Marathon bomber's death sentence

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The justices agreed to hear an appeal filed by the Trump administration

Memorial to victims of Boston Marathon bombing completed

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Three stone pillars representing the three people who died at the race's finish line were installed Monday, marking the final step of the $2 million project

Using municipal vehicles to increase security at public events

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A sanitation truck, snow removal equipment or public works vehicle are moveable barriers that can harden mass gatherings from vehicle terror attacks and other threats

How FirstNet bolstered communications for Boston Marathon first responders

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Five years made a world of difference to first responders on the ground in Boston on race day

Police honor LEO who died in wake of Boston Marathon bombing

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An LEO who died a year after he was wounded in a confrontation with the bombers has been promoted

Unsung hero: The story of the Boston bombing’s fifth victim

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From a very early age, Officer Dennis “D.J.” Simmonds wanted to be a hero

Crowdsourcing crime: Why the public may be your best investigative asset

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Crowdsourcing video and other digital media for evidence in investigations has played a key role in solving cases

The personal toll of responding to a terror attack

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There will be short and long-term effects that are physical, emotional and psychological

Officer Dennis Simmonds: 5 things to know about the Boston bombing's 5th victim

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Controversy over "Patriots Day" is just the latest chapter in a family’s years-long push for their son to be honored and recognized as the Boston bombing's 5th victim