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BREAKING NEWS
Detective Allan Reddins was killed when responding to a call involving a person armed with a gun who was seen leaving a bank
President Donald Trump alleged that violent crime in Washington is actually getting worse as he ordered a federal takeover of the city’s police department
Using his own income, Savannah State University Officer Armani Phaire helps cover bills and expenses for residents to foster goodwill
The man had robbed at least three victims of jewelry and other valuables in the minutes leading up to the shooting
The Cheektowaga Officers went to the man’s residence and knocked on the door, eventually causing it to break off; the man inside then charged them with a knife
Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond’s office is providing policing services in Okemah after a dispute over one officer’s alleged firing led to the chief’s departure
Special Assistant Attorney General Devon Flanagan repeatedly mentioned her official title and told Newport Police officers to turn off their body cameras
The trial against MSP Lt. David Busacca alleged that he altered a report and omitted information in warrant requests, which led to warrants issued without probable cause
Sgt. Lee Sorensen and Officer Eric Estrada were fatally shot before backup arrived; after the officers were shot, bystanders persuaded the man to put down his weapon
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
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
A Virginia town’s overnight loss of its entire police force is a stark example of the strain facing small agencies
PRODUCT NEWS
Recent shootings in Las Vegas and Texas have prompted this initiative, Col. Chris Williamson said
Police say Officer Kenneth Copeland’s death highlights why departments rely upon tactical teams to serve search and arrest warrants
Police Chief Al Buck was pursuing a burglary suspect in a high-speed pursuit when he suffered a massive heart attack
A sheriff has declared his “hugging days” over after the recent deluge of sexual harassment claims against politicians, actors and other public figures
Various packages, which contain GPS transmitters, are being left in different areas with the goal to tip deputies when thefts occur
For the first time in six years, University of Cincinnati PD officers will carry TASERs
Icarus Aerospace is one of the few in the UAS industry led by those who have served
Police were able to catch two suspects who held up a Walgreens in Nebraska thanks to the GPS device in the pill bottle
Police said Hunter Ty Wilkerson fled after stealing five traffic signs and allegedly bragged that he was leading a police pursuit on Snapchat
The paramedic called 911 while in the back of the ambulance, saying she feared for the patient’s safety