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BREAKING NEWS
The inmate fatally shot Officer Francisco Flattes with his service gun during a medical visit before being arrested after a brief standoff, Cherokee County Sheriff Dustin Smith said
Marvin Morales, accused of fatally stabbing his son, was shot by officers after a pursuit ended with spike strips and a crash on I-5
Wellness
Texas PD emphasizes officer wellness after cop involved in 4 separate OIS incidents within 15 months
The Austin Police Department praised the officer’s resilience and highlighted department initiatives aimed at helping officers deal with traumatic incidents
Wellness
Senate Bill 7 clarifies that after two years of service, officers and firefighters with lung disease are legally presumed to have suffered duty-related exposure
If passed, the new bill would make disarming or attempting to disarm an officer a felony punishable by up to 15 years in prison
Emergency Service Unit personnel set up a tripod and a winch before lowering an officer and a firefighter down to lift the injured worker to safety
Schonella Stewart was sworn in as Beloit’s new police chief, with her twin sister, Evanston (Ill.) Police Chief Schenita Stewart, pinning her badge during the ceremony
After being instructed by Miami-Dade Sheriff’s deputies to show his hands, the suspect claimed he didn’t have any; he was killed in the shootout that ensued
Watch: Texas officer coaxes 4-legged ‘suspect’ into back of cruiser with grass, reads Miranda rights
“If this is your goat, please retrieve him. He’s already trying to promote himself to Sergeant,” the Little Elm Police Department stated
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
New Verizon Frontline program to help develop and deliver cutting-edge solutions to first responders
First responders invited to submit ideas for 5G-enabled solutions
Advancements in firearms technology, including lightweight materials and improved durability, are driving market expansion
Partnership with Ten-8 Fire and Safety and Frontline Communications will enhance St. Petersburg’s law enforcement capabilities with a high-tech mobile command vehicle for diverse operations
Mission Critical Partners provides insights into the state of eight areas of the public safety market based on assessment data and anecdotal evidence
The certification reinforces NEC’s commitment to advanced, secure, and privacy-centric biometric recognition solutions for law enforcement and state agencies in Texas
New landmark campaign leverages the Cellebrite platform and promise to accelerate justice by equipping and empowering agencies dedicated to protecting youth online
“Shooting Performance, not Procedure; Elevating Law Enforcement Training” will concentrate on protection measures and practical execution
This growth is particularly relevant to law enforcement, as the demand for advanced protective gear is on the rise