Coronavirus (COVID-19)
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.
A digital public archive is looking for LEOs to share their experiences of working during the COVID-19 pandemic
Since COVID-19, virtual events have become the ‘new normal.’ Here’s how agencies can use tech to connect with communities
It’s time to get officers back on the range to dust off their marksmanship and weapon-handling skills
Police union leaders say they have “questions and concerns” as to how the ordinance will impact cops
An NYPD statement said it’s up to supervisors, from sergeants and beyond, to enforce the policy
The proposal would use emergency COVID-19 funds to hire more officers, crack down on illegal firearms and expand training
Officer Jennifer Sepot leaves behind her husband, who’s also a police officer, and their 2-year-old daughter
Unions representing first responders in Sacramento voice concerns over vaccine mandate
Academy leaders said they are “emphasizing vaccinations” after 30 cases popped up among recruits and staff
The state allocated approximately $208 million to distribute one-time relief payments of up to $1,000 to over 193,000 first responders
Noah Swanger says he wants to be a police officer someday, too
A Massachusetts sheriff’s office says it now has two dogs that can smell out the disease
The city’s top public safety leader says he is prepared to discipline or fire officers who dodge the public health order
Despite fewer cars on the road due to COVID-related shutdowns, the national trend has been higher incidents of speeding and fatalities
The surge comes as the more infectious Delta variant spreads across Los Angeles County
Employees must get vaccinated by mid-September if they want to avoid a weekly COVID-19 test
After weeks during which multiple detention deputies left their positions, none have turned in notices this week, the sheriff’s office said
The number does not include personnel who may have gotten vaccinated elsewhere
Van Buren union leaders said they oppose the policy and estimate 20% of the township’s police and fire officials might quit as a result
What law enforcement needs to know about the likelihood of side effects from the vaccine vs. the virus, plus new infection rates
COVID-19 infections all but doubled the losses, while “struck by” fatalities are up 138% over similar deaths in 2020
The compliance and reporting requirements require carefully managing deadlines, keeping accurate records and following established procurement processes
In 2020, 42 people a month on average were shot and killed or wounded in road rage incidents, according to a recent report
Cities across the nation are using American Rescue Plan dollars to boost public safety
The L.A. Police Commission requested more information after reports showed LAPD vaccination rates lagging behind California’s overall population
Gov. Tim Walz announced a change in BWC policy and says he is using $15 million in COVID relief money for violence prevention grants
The president also said cities can use the money to buy crime-fighting technologies, like gunshot detection systems
During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Tustin Police Department kept the lines of communication open in their community by using Zoom to host virtual meetings
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A reserve deputy, who was employed part-time for security with the store, exchanged fire with the suspect and both were wounded
City first responders have been eligible to get the vaccine since January
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