Coronavirus (COVID-19)

In December 2019, the CDC began monitoring an infectious disease outbreak caused by a new coronavirus strain first identified in Wuhan, China. On February 11, 2020, the World Health Organization announced an official name for the disease: COVID-19, which was officially named a pandemic on March 11, 2020.

The first case in the United States was announced on January 21, 2020, in the state of Washington. The first fatality in the United States was announced on February 28, 2020. Find COVID-19 breaking news, what first responders need to know about the novel coronavirus, and tips for public safety leaders in how to prepare for and educate the public on the coronavirus here on Police1.

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What cops need to know about the COVID vaccine right now

60 million Americans have currently had at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine – here’s why cops should consider joining that number

Returning to a post-COVID world

How to get officers back up to speed
Using virtual Q&As to embrace communities, promote your agency

Since COVID-19, virtual events have become the 'new normal.' Here's how agencies can use tech to connect with communities
No one else can tell your story

A digital public archive is looking for LEOs to share their experiences of working during the COVID-19 pandemic

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As pandemic ebbs, an old fear is new again: mass shootings
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Data shows there were two public mass shootings in 2020. This year there have been at least 11 so far
COVID-19: Law enforcement deaths
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Tracking the coronavirus-related deaths of U.S. police officers and other LE personnel
Domestic violence calls increased amid the pandemic – but answers haven't gotten easier
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Experts estimated these calls increased 8% in the U.S. after stay-at-home orders, compared to 20% across United Nations states
NY governor announces plans for monument honoring essential workers
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A committee formed to provide input on the monument design includes representatives from FDNY and other first responder unions
Paid overtime returns for New Orleans police, fire departments
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Overtime was temporarily suspended to combat economic loss related to the pandemic
FEMA to provide financial assistance for COVID-19 funerals
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The agency set aside $2 billion to reimburse families affected by deaths related to the pandemic
Police: Man impersonated a cop, held Guard members at gunpoint
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A National Guard convoy was transporting COVID-19 vaccines in Texas when it was stopped by an armed man, police said
The impact of the American Rescue Plan on local government
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Cities and counties will receive $130 billion in aid for COVID-19 response
Police, anti-lockdown demonstrators clash in Germany
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Police used pepper spray to try to disperse a crowd of more than 20,000 in the central city of Kassel
Fla. governor proposes $1K bonuses for first responders
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The one-time payments are part of Gov. Ron DeSantis' proposal for spending Florida's share of American Rescue Plan funds
Video: Maskless woman arrested for trespass after refusing to leave bank
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“What are you gonna do, arrest me?”
On-Demand Webinar: How to assess and heal your stress-damaged relationships
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A crowd-sourced educational stress management experience with Mike Taigman and Angela Leath for cops, firefighters, EMTs, paramedics, 911 telecommunicators and correctional officers
COVID-19 crisis: Looking back 1 year later
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A look at the pandemic’s impact on law enforcement
US traffic deaths spike even as pandemic cuts miles traveled
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Some highway travel officials suggested that emptier roads led to more opportunities to abuse speed
Report: 8% increase in US domestic violence incidents after stay-at-home orders
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The report’s authors say that the evidence is strong, but the exact reasoning for the spike is less clear
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