Community Policing
The Community Policing topic covers efforts by agencies and officers to partner with other branches of local government as well as non-governmental organizations to reduce crime and increase the quality of life for law-abiding citizens.
New Gallup and Pew data show growing confidence in law enforcement across demographics, but lingering misconceptions still challenge community relations
From traditional updates to small-group discussions, town halls give officers a way to share data, answer questions and fight misinformation
New role at the University Circle Police Department aims to strengthen outreach and service to visually impaired community members
At the end of the day, your health is largely in your hands; take some extra time to take care of you
Departments and officers should factor in citizen concerns, the U.S. Flag Code and the First Amendment in their decision
The proposed budget includes a request to fund the Collaborative Reform for Juvenile Justice program to address emergencies in their juvenile justice systems
The C.O.R.E (Community Outreach Recruitment & Engagement) unit features spaces for meetings, gaming and sports, offering a new option for community policing
The program is currently being implemented in four Chandler elementary schools where sixth graders are taught four classes covering topics such as leadership and cyber dilemmas
The free event, designed to discourage teens from illegal street racing by providing a safe, controlled environment, was held at a Tulsa race track
Agencies often complement footage with detailed briefings and written reports to provide comprehensive context
A new report by the COPS Office highlights effective strategies for engaging young people in law enforcement careers
The project allows local police and law enforcement partners to take a proactive role in providing comprehensive training and support to different entities in their community
In certain police zones, low-level criminal offenders can now be referred to the Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion instead of facing criminal charges
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“Our goal is to prompt critical thinking skills, promote academic excellence and reduce the high risk of incarceration and homicides among young African American males,” said Oakland Police Sgt. Robert Smith, who serves as Ok Program’s COO
Take a look at the pranks and fakeouts police departments posted on April Fools’ Day this year
Meet Mary Nero: Greensboro Police Department’s lone homicide victim advocate who managed a record 74 homicide cases in a single year
Nero’s team is expanding at a crucial time, as the city of Greensboro, N.C., has experienced a record number of homicides this past year
Julie Parker speaks with Captain Jake Becchina about managing crisis communications during a shooting incident at the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl parade
The tournament organizer stated he wanted the officers there to “break down barriers” and help students build strong relationships with them
NYPD Commissioner Edward Caban agreed that NYPD officers must ensure that social media posts are accurate after a patrol chief misidentified a judge in a post on X
The money is used to pay officers $70 an hour to work secondary shifts through a program spearheaded by St. Louis police Chief Robert Tracy
A California state law that went into effect on Jan. 1 restricts when law enforcement agencies can post mug shots online
Inviting community stakeholders to experience virtual reality training can change the conversation
Camilla Dzikowski beat out hundreds of other students by explaining how cool it would be to become a police officer
Explore a unique initiative where police officers, firefighters and EMS providers join forces to guide young men toward maturity, blending rigorous workouts with life lessons
Lt. Dan Marcou urges today’s police force to adapt and overcome in what could be the dawn of a new Golden Era of American Policing
“People have felt easier to approach us because we’re very readily accessible to them,” San Luis Obispo Police Department Community Service Officer Samantha Corsaw said
Through community partnerships, agency leaders can make choices on UAS deployment that match the needs of their community
“[University Circle Police Department officers] are no longer just guests in our building. They’re part of our family,” Principal Melanie Nakonachny said
Police nationwide have raised $7M toward childhood cancer research by hosting more than 800 St. Baldrick’s Foundation head-shaving events
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