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BREAKING NEWS
A struggle began when two officers realized a man they were speaking to was carrying a gun; the man shot one officer during the scuffle before being fatally shot by the other officer
The city alleges that the new law violates a provision of the Missouri Constitution that prohibits unfunded mandates from the state
“There are a million things I should have done better that night,” Andrew Buen, who was convicted of criminally negligent homicide in the case, said before sentencing
Students signed numbers through 10 and cycled through dozens of words police could use while they’re on duty, including license, car, stop, wait, lost, water, food and family
Mikal Mahdi admitted to shooting Orangeburg Officer James Myers eight times before burning his body in a shed in 2004
The man eventually surrendered to San Leandro Police Department officers after throwing his handgun at a cruiser
Sobriety tests help police officers assess impairment and decide whether to proceed with a BAC test during traffic stops
“His swift, decisive action likely prevented a much more serious incident and protected everyone in the area from potential harm,” the Stockbridge PD stated
Police Chief Bill Scott said RTIC has enabled the department to target individuals who have “damaged our city,” including repeat offenders
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
A Riverside case involving disabled veteran plates touches on police discipline, military service, due process and public perception
A shooting outside the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shows how fast a high-profile event can turn into a critical incident — and what officers must do to be ready
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
PRODUCT NEWS
In 2013 the NFL officially prohibited the lawful carry of firearms in stadium, training facilities, and offices
Prosecutors say Officer William Porter failed to render aid to Gray, who repeatedly asked for medical attention
Details about the other shooting have emerged amid continued fallout over controversial Laquan McDonald case
Long gone are the days of establishing a perimeter and waiting for SWAT teams and hostage negotiators to save the day
The agency was drafting a policy to follow the Justice Department’s rules, which require a warrant except in emergencies
Grant money was used to pay for surveillance to reduce drug dealing and ‘associated conditions in and around’ communities
This free PDF will educate police how to stay atop the evolving policies, training and technology shaping law enforcement
The photo made its rounds on social media with the caption, “this is what happens when you don’'t shut up”
Lt. Paul Kotter revealed for the first time the harrowing details of the Aug. 28 traffic stop that nearly killed him
The officers saw a group of men running with guns after hearing gunshots during a traffic stop