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BREAKING NEWS
The President approved Texas’ request to extend the disaster declaration beyond Kerr County to eight additional counties, making them eligible for direct financial assistance to rebuild
Goodyear Police Department sketch artist Officer Mike Bonasera completes the sketches by hand before using an AI tool to turn the sketches into photorealistic images
If passed, the ‘Back the Blue’ Act would create new federal crimes for killing, attempting to kill or assaulting officers, among other legal protections
Kaufman Police Officer Austin Cooley was killed in a head-on crash while returning home from a shift; Cooley also served as deputy chief of South Hunt County Fire Rescue
No officers were injured by the suspect’s gunfire, but shots that struck their cruisers showed they were “extremely close to getting hit,” Grand Rapids PD Chief Eric Winstrom said
Apple removed ICEBlock, an app designed by Joshua Aaron to track enforcement activity, from the store after AG Pam Bondi said it posed an officer safety threat
The HPD investigative report recommended housing stipends, as the cost of living in the area was one of the most frequently cited reasons applicants dropped out of the recruitment process
Konoa Wilson was running away from a person shooting at him when he turned a corner to face a San Diego Police officer looking for the shooter; the officer fatally shot Wilson
The cameras being tested in Edmonton, Alberta, aim to identify individuals from a “high-risk” watchlist
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
California agencies are improving transparency, communication, and service within their communities through automated response and case updates over text and email
The C.O.R.E unveils cutting-edge mobile engagement platform for law enforcement in Panama City, Fla.
The C.O.R.E is a versatile and innovative unit that serves as a dynamic event space with meeting, gaming, and outreach capabilities
Technology supports expanded AI analysis of police body-worn camera video
Advanced intelligence now accessible to command staff and uniformed police officers
Swickard Anchorage honors heroic Sergeant Jonathan Butler with a new 2024 Chevy Silverado 1500 truck
Butler’s story deeply moved the selection committee, highlighting his exceptional law enforcement service and selfless contributions to non-profit organizations
Long gun rail mount lights now deliver up to 22,000 candela
The feature allows the department chief to access videos of all interactions officers have, even if they forget or are unable to record incidents as they occur
Early trials in retail have resulted in a nearly 50% reduction of incident escalations, demonstrating effective and safe de-escalation
OMNIQ was invited to demonstrate the new system for border control in North America