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BREAKING NEWS
The Williams County sheriff called the incident a result of “complacency and human error” and is not taking disciplinary action against the jail staff
The 2023 law states that groups who steal more than $5,000 worth of goods over a 90-day period are guilty of a felony punishable by at least five years in prison
Body camera footage shows Wyoming, Michigan Police officers ushering bystanders out of the home before an armed suspect came to the door, prompting them to open fire
Trump called Boston Mayor Michelle Wu ‘radical left’ and said “[protests are] taking over parts of Boston”
“Hundreds of disassembled LEGO minifigures were found with bodies separated from heads, which were neatly organized by facial expression,” Santa Rosa Police investigators said
In 2025, at least four states have considered laws aimed at expanding penalties for treet takeovers; proposed measures included higher fines, vehicle seizures and jail or prison time
After unsuccessful attempts, the pursuing Pierce County deputies were able to PIT the truck, causing it to crash off the road; they then rescued two occupants and took them into custody
Charges were dismissed against Benjamin Plank, accused of ambushing and murdering Oklahoma County Deputy Bobby Swartz in 2022, due to mental incompetence
Jackson County Sheriff’s Deputy Joshua Brashears died following an early-morning crash involving horses on the roadway
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
Dashcam video of an officer shooting a colleague underscores why firearms safety rules must apply in every setting, every scenario and every agency
As hostile drone threats become more sophisticated, law enforcement agencies face growing gaps in training, detection capabilities and operational preparedness
Parades are joyful for citizens but fretful for police departments large and small
A Virginia town’s overnight loss of its entire police force is a stark example of the strain facing small agencies
As demonstrations increasingly unfold outside synagogues, mosques and churches, the distinction between protest and intimidation is becoming harder to ignore
A bill targeting easily converted pistols could affect future sales of older Glock models, raising concerns among active and retired law enforcement officers
PRODUCT NEWS
The BolaWrap 100 can immobilize individuals up to 25 feet away
Training, PPE and scene assessment will minimize the risk of opioid exposure to law enforcement and other first responders
Verizon seeks innovators to accelerate 5G technology development for first responders
The FirstNet team at AT&T sponsors a museum feature which uses media to explain the importance of LE
Officials are hoping for the city’s support for operating the aircrafts before making budget decisions and fulfilling FAA requirements
The suspect was killed in the ensuing gun battle
Two school districts will upgrade to armored vests that offer more comfort and protection
A teenager is facing adult charges in an armed carjacking that led to the death of the K-9
The number of dead was expected to rise, but authorities scrapped plans for setting up a temporary morgue
Some departments are purchasing drug scanners to help officers safely identify substances