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BREAKING NEWS
Virginia State Police, along with Halifax County response teams, saved motorists trapped near their vehicles due to overnight flooding
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If passed, the Didarul Islam Police Recruitment Act will give a pension boost to cops who first served in other city agencies before going into the Police Academy
About 25% of LVMPD positions are paid for by the tax, which was set to expire in 2027; the Clark County Coummission and the Las Vegas City Council voted to extend it until 2057
Alhambra Police Department Officer Alec Sanders, 28, was pursuing a suspect when the suspect vehicle crashed into his cruiser
“We appreciate the support as our SROs work tirelessly to keep parents sane during this time,” the Tippecanoe County Sheriff’s Office stated in the video caption
Event where Charlie Kirk was killed drew thousands more than expected, university planning docs show
Utah Valley University records show that event planners estimated up to 600 guests, but nearly 3,000 attended, with security handled by a six-member campus police detail and Kirk’s private team
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The bill would give the CCRB “direct access to all footage recorded by officer body-worn cameras,” and “real time connectivity to network servers hosting digital files of [BWC] footage”
A standoff ensued when Chico PD officers used a drone to track the man in his apartment building and saw he was armed; after a two-hour negotiation, he fired shots at officers
“Everyone in this room should be rightly proud about what NOPD accomplished here,” U.S. District Judge Susie Morgan said while announcing the end of the decree
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
A Virginia town’s overnight loss of its entire police force is a stark example of the strain facing small agencies
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
Why 360-degree coverage matters for small protective details
Foreign conflicts, local consequences — six priorities for law enforcement leaders as global tensions rise
An incident in which NYPD officers were pelted with snow in New York City raises larger concerns about public order, leadership and the normalization of hostility toward law enforcement
PRODUCT NEWS
The Flock Safety LPR system, installed about a year ago in South Sioux City, has helped police track down 20 stolen vehicles and aided in 3 homicide investigations
“This Liberator HP [hearing protection headset] exclusive marks the beginning of our collaboration with Noveske,” said Timothy Drnec, VP of Marketing for Safariland. “By combining our expertise in protective equipment with Noveske’s renowned craftsmanship, we are able to offer our customers a modern take on range gear.”
Police department uses real-time data insights to enhance information flow between officers and decision makers
This collaboration will enhance public safety operations and modernize technology infrastructure within the nation’s busiest transportation hub
LiveOps integrates live streaming, two-way communications, fleet and evidence management into a single platform
Clearview AI is among 66 companies selected to participate in invitation-only program for CXOs of innovative, next-gen companies with dual-use National Security technology
The Tradewinds Solutions Marketplace is the flagship offering of Tradewinds, the DoD’s suite of tools and services designed to accelerate the procurement and adoption of Artificial Intelligence, data, and analytics capabilities.
With over four decades of expertise in power management, Vanner joining forces with Havis represents a union of complementary strengths
The new module streamlines processes, ensuring that assessments are performed fully and efficiently while capturing comprehensive, actionable data
“Safariland is committed to delivering superior products that meet our customers’ demands,” said Eric Gasvoda, GM of Duty Gear. “Our customers have been eagerly awaiting the release of a 6000 series holster for the Walther PDP, and we are proud to deliver a holster that meets their evolving needs”