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BREAKING NEWS
A Mt. Shasta PD officer was assisting a Weed PD officer with a drug search; when they went to confront a traffic stop suspect in the cruiser’s passenger seat, he pointed a gun at them
Jose Cerpa Guzman attacked an officer at the department’s Harbor Station, stole his firearm and exchanged gunfire with a watch commander before leading police on a pursuit
The proposed bill would specifically authorize certain federal assistance programs to fund vehicle security enhancements, including bullet-resistant glass windows
A person who called 911 to assist a man who was severely injured after falling from a ladder was able to share video from the scene with dispatchers, aiding in the rescue
The sheriffs are requesting a judicial block on the Community Trust Act, which limits when local law enforcement agencies may cooperate with ICE
Trooper John Myer claims he needed surgery after a prior injury was aggravated when he was struck from the rear after an officer in front of him abruptly braked while entering the highway
What began as a distracted driving stop became a case study in perception, discretion and public trust
Gratis PD chief Tonina Lamanna was fired after she traveled more than an hour to visit three schools, where she claimed to be conducting wellness checks on behalf of ICE
The officers were patrolling the area following a domestic disturbance call where a person was shot; when they located the suspect, a gunfight ensued
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
Officers’ alleged ICE welfare check at schools reveals confusion over 287(g) and local authority limits
A viral video raises a bigger question for police leaders: How do warning signs of bias go unaddressed — and what should agencies do now?
From crime concerns to cultural signals, public support for policing is rebounding
Incidents across multiple states point to recurring issues with overtime, supervision and internal controls
A confrontation with a non-compliant semi-truck driver highlights the dangers officers face when engaging drivers inside running vehicles and why an exit strategy matters
As tensions escalate overseas, local agencies may face heightened risks from lone-actor attacks, soft-target threats and possible cyber retaliation
PRODUCT NEWS
Video shows Kern County deputies using deadly force against a suspect who opened fire during an eviction attempt, killing Tulare County Detective Randy Hoppert
As law enforcement agencies continue adopting connected technologies, maintaining secure communications and protecting sensitive operational data have become essential priorities
Connect daily vehicle inspections with maintenance workflows in a single, streamlined platform to enhance compliance and uptime for mission-critical fleets
New investigative DNA database helps agencies find suspect leads and case connections from low-level, partial, mixed, and previously “not searchable” DNA results.
PSTrax provides an operational readiness platform used by public safety agencies to track inspections, equipment status, and operational documentation
Strategic acquisition adds integrated hardware and cloud subscription platform powered by NIR spectroscopy
New counter-UAS systems funded through a FEMA grant will help Texas DPS detect, track and mitigate unauthorized drones during the 2026 FIFA World Cup and other events
Smith & Warren marks a century of excellence in badge designing and manufacturing
New public safety Assist Agents will responsibly automate workflows to more effectively serve the community
The officers said Clawson’s decision to reject a contract with Flock Safety removes a tool used to identify suspects, locate stolen vehicles and support investigations