Community Relations
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
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Pittsburgh police will work with the ROOTS team to provide assistance for those experiencing substance abuse issues, mental illness and homelessness
“To see those children’s reaction, that makes everything worthwhile,” said one officer after helping replace the stolen Christmas gifts
Community members receive a link to a survey that asks questions like “Did the officer treat you with respect?” and “Did you receive the services you needed?”
During her stops at various PDs, Sophia Richards gave cards to officers that said, “Be strong and courageous for the Lord will be with you wherever you go”
The teen, who suffered burns to 80% of his body during a fire, got to experience being an officer while inspiring Houston PD members along the way
“Users have commented and noticed an increase in scammers and catfishers preying on commenters,” the department said
A report found 30% of PDs created programs that either paired specialists — like paramedics or therapists — with police or sent them to incidents in lieu of LEOs
We need a continuous focus on strong recruitment and retention techniques, along with improvements to community relations
A spate of recent kudos has shined a spotlight on the efforts of LEOs to serve their community
Therapy dog Tucker assists the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point Police and Security Services in interacting with students
Today, more than ever, every public safety agency must strive to be the trusted source of legitimate, truthful and timely information
Thousands of faith-based partners helped illustrate how law enforcement and communities can come together to perfect policing
For the month of November, Livermore police officers have the option to wear western attire as an alternate uniform and donate money toward a great cause
“It’s something about his spirit that grabbed onto me. I was like, I gotta help this brother out. He’s one of our own.”
The flag was said to cause “divisiveness” and players were told it should not be flown back in September
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Bob Scales, who previously served as the compliance coordinator for Seattle PD, discusses what happens when a police agency is placed under a consent decree
The survey and the later discussions about the results have helped police identify specific problems and improve the way they respond to issues
“Anything any of us could have needed, if we asked him for help on something, Alex Hamzy was always there to offer a hand.”
“Dustin DeMonte was one of those officers who was not just doing a job. He was working for the community.”
“This is one of those changes in policing we will continue to see grow because of the national attention around police response to mental crisis calls.”
Spider-Man, Captain America and Wolverine surprised the children when they made an impromptu appearance outside their windows
Parents and students wore shirts featuring a “Thin Blue Line” flag, with the words “THE BLUE HAD OUR BACKS NOW WE BACK YOURS!!”
Reggie Wright, 41, traded in a basketball for a badge, and he’s now working hands on with students making a difference
“It’s important that (students) are able to put a face and a name to a profession and have an understanding of our role and our humanity.”
A recent bill signed by Calif. Governor Gavin Newsom legalizes safe street crossings in the state that has the highest number of pedestrian deaths
Common goals of equitable justice, public service and caring for the community make for a powerful partnership between cops and clergy
Football team players are not allowed to carry the flag during games any longer due to “divisive controversy”
“When things get heated, ask yourself one important question: ‘Do you want to be right, or do you want to be hurt?’”
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