Military

'The Debrief' podcast to focus on tactical leadership, critical decision-making skills

Podcast will address the strategies that allow law enforcement and tactical unit commanders to maintain control of critical incidents

Calif. PD will soon need council approval to buy, use military equipment

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A new state law requires police agencies to establish policies about the use of such equipment

Apples to oranges: Comparing less-lethal spray options

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Reflex Protect Tactical

Officers can use a new, sticky spray to subdue suspects safely in more situations, without affecting themselves or bystanders

The healing power of service animals

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Woman’s journey to recovery fosters healing for military veterans, first responders

San Diego Sheriff's Department can keep using military equipment, county says

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A new California law requires police agencies to get approval to use — or continue using — certain equipment

N.Y. county launches fast-track program for soldiers to cops

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The Oneida County Sheriff’s Office says the SkillsBridge program is a win-win situation

Major Dick Winters describes his time in the 'mudroom' at the 'crossroads'

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The “mudroom” is that unpleasant place military and law enforcement officers can find themselves thrust into as they engage an opponent in a fierce struggle

What are military police?

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Each branch of the U.S. Armed Forces has its own law enforcement division

Marine killed in Afghanistan was son of two Calif. deputies

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Hunter Lopez, 22, had planned to join the sheriff's office after his deployment, said Sheriff Chad Bianco

DC military base briefly locked down amid report of gunman

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The individual was detained and will be transferred to the Metropolitan Police Department, base officials said

Pentagon IDs officer slain in stabbing as officials seek clues

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Officer George Gonzalez died after he was ambushed on a bus platform outside the Pentagon

Photo of the Week: You've got to be kitten me

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While responding to a trespassing call, Officer Rogerson found a small – and very hungry – citizen in need

Army trainee armed with rifle hijacks bus with elementary school children aboard

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Children are now safe, police said. The suspect was not immediately identified

Petty officer shoots 2 sailors; is stopped, killed on base

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The two sailors were flown to a hospital in critical condition, officials said

DC National Guard chief ‘stunned’ he had to wait hours to send troops on Jan. 6

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Maj. William J. Walker testified that he received a “frantic” call from former Capitol Police Chief Steven Sund, but had to wait hours for approval from defense officials