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BREAKING NEWS
The move changes regulation standards, gives licensed operators a tax break and clarifies that researchers won’t be penalized for obtaining state-licensed marijuana for use in their work
Officers from the NYPD’s Emergency Services Unit, secured by tethers, joined the woman on the ledge and coaxed her back over the barrier
The court ruled that the Jersey City officers’ terminations violated state law; the officers had admitted to using legally regulated cannabis off duty
Deputies Jason Smith and Jonathan Santana allege that “The Rip” portrays them in such a way that implies “misconduct, poor judgment, and unethical behavior”
Officers stopped the vehicle during an early-morning car meetup; after initially stopping for the officers, the suspect fled, striking an officer on his left side
The names include 109 officers who died in the line of duty in 2025 and 254 officers whose sacrifices were confirmed from previous years
From the Candlelight Vigil to the National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service, here’s what’s planned for National Police Week 2026
The 19-year-old suspect admitted to officers that he enjoyed driving stolen cars following the crash that left a trooper with a broken leg and shoulder blade
Jury finds livestreaming operator disrupted Bay County deputies’ aerial efforts to locate suspects during 2024 incident
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
“Joanna’s Law” would help identify staged suicides that could otherwise deceive investigators and let killers walk free
Each president and Congress can make life a little easier or more difficult for cops, and sometimes it’s a guessing game as to which way the new guys will lean
A top priority for state and federal legislatures should be to provide funding to replace potentially insecure drones with secure, North American- or allied-manufactured UAS
NYPD bodycam footage from the Jordan Neely trial underscores the importance of hands-only CPR and AED use when faced with an unresponsive subject
After a public range incident, it’s clear that “true safety” isn’t on the weapon. Learn why focused awareness is the ultimate protection
Your hard-earned knowledge about active shooter events may help to prevent your loved ones from becoming victims
PRODUCT NEWS
Collaboration integrates Android’s emergency live video to 911 with RapidSOS’ AI response platform supporting 600M+ connected devices, 22,000+ public safety agencies
The program allows Hazleton Police Department officers to hear 911 call audio and see drone video of an incident scene as they are en route to respond
Showcasing the Odin 2.0, Wraptor 2.0, Proviz, and other new advanced armor systems
High-candela flashlight offers powerful downrange illumination in a compact, rechargeable design
The leader in EDC innovation builds on the legendary bag that sparked a movement, transforming it into a complete lineup that once again sets the industry standard
This marks the company’s 15th consecutive year partnering with BCRF, with donations generated through sales of specially marked pink flashlight models through its Lights for a Cause program
FirstNet ROG deploys dedicated portable network assets with the focus and precision
Versatile storage solutions engineered for public safety, emergency response, and fleet professionals
High speed, high performance protection for modern operators
Acquisition brings next-generation, cloud-native 911 technology into the Axon ecosystem, uniting connected devices, real-time communications, and digital evidence from call to courtroom