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BREAKING NEWS
The Mount Pleasant Police Department launched an investigation after receiving a tip and initially fired two officers; another investigation led to the separation of eight more
Antioch officials say the department has revised use of force, pursuit and bias-policing policies amid a multiyear federal compliance deal
The Thurston County sergeant used a convincing K-9 whine to persuade a suspect to comply after fleeing on foot
Video shows the suspect aiming twice before firing, with the round passing through the Fresno PD officer’s hair and knocking off his hat
The suspect rammed multiple patrol vehicles and civilian cars during a pursuit that began with a disturbance call at an IHOP
While officials report no credible threats, major police agencies are increasing patrols at religious, diplomatic and community sites as a precaution
NYPD
The move halts a phased expansion approved under former mayor Eric Adams that would have grown the NYPD to 40,000 officers by 2029
How Austin police officers and first responders moved toward gunfire in 57 seconds — and why mindset matters in active violence
Officers confronted and killed the gunman within a minute of the first 911 call after he targeted patrons outside a bar near the University of Texas campus
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
Virginia patrol officer’s dashcam video is another reminder that traffic stops can go from routine to life-threatening in the blink of an eye
Police departments can reduce active shooter incident response variability – here’s how
As a trainer, I must state unequivocally that the Nashville officers excelled in their response to this tragedy. And here is how they did this, by the numbers
With supportive peers, an inquiring mind, and a mix of confidence and humility, a young chief might be just the thing a department needs
To demean policing rather than precisely identify its failures and limitations serves only to undermine progress
What should law enforcement leaders make of a retiring officer’s last radio call that went viral for all the wrong reasons?
PRODUCT NEWS
Across all dimensions, TrueAllele Casework proved capable of reliably interpreting complex NGS DNA data—paving the way for forensic labs to extend their capabilities with confidence
Traffic Enforcement*
This training series aims to provide law enforcement professionals with essential knowledge on emerging trends, investigative techniques, and preventive measures related to fraudulent VINs. and document fraud
“[The RTCC] reinforces our precision policing model: respond quickly, investigate thoroughly, identify correctly, arrest safely, prosecute successfully,” SPD Captain James Britt said
“PSTrax eliminates complacency by the user, increasing officer safety by ensuring vehicles and gear are always in top condition,” Fox Valley Metro Police Department Patrol Officer Jason Seavey said
New FAA‑certified pilot team deploys Skydio X10d drones — powered by grants and forfeiture funds — to reach incident scenes in 35–45 seconds
Optimized for peak performance, this handheld light delivers high lumen output and significantly increased candela over the previous model
This initiative, spanning 10 school districts and the Penta Career Center, establishes a unified approach to threat assessment and intervention
The contract allows the FBI, as well as other Department of Justice agencies, to purchase the helmets over the next several years
The VipIR is a 3-in-1 handheld analyzer that sets a new standard for rapid and confident field-based chemical identification of unknown bulk solids and liquids, such as narcotics, explosives, and toxic chemicals.
AT&T is contributing to flood relief efforts, matching employee donations and providing additional connectivity support