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BREAKING NEWS
Groton Police Officers Bryan Albee and Cristopher Brillon engaged with the man for several minutes, ultimately persuading him to climb down from the barrier
Gun advocates have filed a federal lawsuit stating that the law is unconstitutional, characterizing it as “onerous firearms legislation that imposes sweeping arms bans”
Retired Miami PD Lieutenant Emilio Cabrera performed stakeouts at McDonald’s restaurants while he was on the force; he now owns 18 of them
LASD and LAPD will use real time crime centers to give officers instant access to information, helping them stop crimes in progress and enhance public safety
The indictment includes additional allegations about how the former officers allegedly falsified the affidavit for the search warrant that allowed them to enter Taylor’s residence
Since July, at least 14 7-Eleven stores in Los Angeles have been targeted by organized groups arriving on bicycles, stealing items and causing damage to store property
“It’s clear that AVs will soon be commonplace, and California needs to ensure safety for all on our streets,” the bill’s sponsor stated
Prosecutors played the video during a preliminary hearing for former Sheriff Shawn “Mickey” Stines; a judge ruled there was probable cause to send the case to a grand jury
Dashcam video shows a Bluffton PD officer forcing open the front door with the help of a bystander as a Beaufort County Sheriff’s sergeant sprayed a fire extinguisher
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
A bill targeting easily converted pistols could affect future sales of older Glock models, raising concerns among active and retired law enforcement officers
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
PRODUCT NEWS