Community Relations
Why speed, clarity and language matter when false ICE activity claims go viral
How two officers used hand-drawn art and heart to rebuild trust with a generation in crisis
E-bike safety doesn’t have to be a battle between teens and police. This approach shows how education, consistency and partnerships can keep young e-bike riders safe
The five-day conference aims to improve transparency, officer safety and public trust through structured training and workshops
LASD called the gesture “extremely offensive, inappropriate, and unacceptable;” Starbucks confirmed that the employee responsible for the drawing has been fired
The Culpeper Senior Center recently partnered with the Culpeper County Sheriff’s Office to relaunch Triad, a national initiative increasing awareness of scams and fraud
The New Holland Police Department announced that as of Jan. 1, the West Earl Township Police Department is providing policing for its service area
The cards feature a photo of the Oviedo officer, a brief profile of their work assignment and a fun fact about themselves, as well as the officer’s personal motto
By reminding viewers that every officer was once a child with a dream, the Eau Claire Police Department is inspiring both future applicants and those already wearing the badge
During Shaquille O’Neal’s tenure as Director of Community Relations, the agency has documented 370 community events and 25,000 meals provided to families
A reminder that when trust in public institutions feels fragile, America still runs on the quiet work of public servants who never asked for your vote
A 5-foot former intel agent and her 6-foot-7 partner, a former Orioles baseball player, patrol with trust, humor and tactical teamwork
The event involved about 14 Moses Lake PD personnel; Walmart shoppers donated 17 shopping carts full of toys as well as five bicycles and $2,400 in cash
After Syracuse Officer James Pastorello learned Rhea Holmes was going to visit her late loved ones at a cemetery, he offered her a ride that led to deeper conversations about life and community
“Officers have said they’ve had kids approach them and ask, ‘Do you remember me? I was paired with you in Shop with a Cop,” Meadville PD Sgt. Nick Mogel said
The Pickens Police Department is now planning surveillance activity at the local Walmart after five of six gingerbread suspects “escaped” apprehension
The viral video of a Texas officer helping a job seeker is a reminder that compassion and approachability are powerful antidotes to burnout
Emily Hitchings and Greg Friese explore how misconduct headlines affect uninvolved officers and what leaders can do to steady teams and communities
Nurturing positive community relationships is an integral part of maintaining a positive trajectory for police morale, enthusiasm and commitment
Transparency builds the public support decision-makers need to confidently fund your Drone as First Responder program
Sheriff Leon Lott and members of the Richland County Sheriff’s Department show their support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
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
Follow these steps to share your public safety agency’s success stories, accomplishments and challenges with your community all year round
Kelso Police will use the vehicles to practice PIT maneuvers; the students installed pit bars to allow the training vehicles to withstand repeated impacts without being damaged
Witnessing gang violence in his own neighborhood inspired Santa Ana PD Officer Sahil Singh to pursue a career in law enforcement and protect the community he calls home
A lighthearted outreach idea during the pop star’s Eras Tour sparked nearly a billion impressions, boosted morale and inspired more women to consider policing
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A N.C. deputy creates an impactful moment for a motorist in personal crisis with de-escalation, patience and compassion
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