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BREAKING NEWS
After being struck, the officer fired shots in the direction of the vehicle, causing a graze wound to the driver; the three suspects, all 14 years old, were arrested
An investigation of bank records found that checks made out from the narcotics program were allegedly deposited into Former New Haven PD Chief Karl Jacobson’s personal bank account
Chief Todd Bettison said he was satisfied with the police board’s decision to suspend the officers without pay; one of the officers is suing the department, claiming she did not violate policy
The city is one of 11 U.S. host locations preparing for the event and is seeking a portion of the $625 million in federal grants offered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Bristol is working to construct a two-story facility that would house a training center where its police officers and others across the state could practice how to deal with armed attackers in complex buildings
Metro Nashville Police Mounted Unit Officer Michael Douglas tended to horses alone for three days, left without assistance due to downed trees and icy roads
Police say the investigation follows newly released documents alleging Prince Andrew shared confidential government information while serving as a trade envoy
The suspect was reportedly wearing a tactical vest and gloves and had a Kevlar helmet and gas mask in the vehicle; the shotgun was loaded and he had additional rounds on him
NYPD
Using a catch pole and a plastic tarp, the officers were able to pull the eagle to safety on the boat
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
As Congress disputes immigration policy, a DHS shutdown disrupts grants, training and federal partnerships that state and local agencies rely on for operational support
A campaign dispute in Alabama raises hard questions about dissent, accountability and democracy in elected policing
Minneapolis offers a warning for law enforcement leaders as political conflict undermines coordination and officer safety
Why speed, clarity and language matter when false ICE activity claims go viral
Public reaction has been swift, but the incident will be assessed under federal use-of-force standards, vehicle threat analysis and Supreme Court precedent — not political pressure or hindsight
A veteran officer’s perspective on perception, movement and survival when a vehicle accelerates toward police
PRODUCT NEWS
The department’s deployment includes ARSENAL MK2 body-worn cameras featuring 128GB internal storage, hot-swappable batteries, and multiple mounting configurations
New mission mode provides simpler and more intuitive sampling of hazardous vapors
The department’s deployment includes ARSENAL MK2 body-worn cameras featuring 128GB internal storage, hot-swappable batteries, and multiple mounting configurations
The department’s deployment includes ARSENAL MK2 body-worn cameras featuring 128GB internal storage, hot-swappable batteries, and multiple mounting configurations
Judges evaluated nominations from across the country and selected this year’s distinguished group of inductees to be recognized during the 2026 National Law Enforcement Officer Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
T4E will be showcasing realistic training tools designed to enhance officer readiness while reducing training costs and logistical barriers
To help aspiring leaders navigate this career milestone, a panel of veteran law enforcement leaders will convene for a live webinar and panel discussion on Thursday, Feb. 19 at 2 P.M. PDT