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BREAKING NEWS
Video shows that Hill rolled up his window against officers’ instructions; an officer then removed him from the vehicle and detained him on the ground
Thousands of convenience stores across the U.S. will offer free coffee, drinks, or snacks to uniformed first responders on July 24 as part of the 2025 24/7 Day
The man, who “had an arsenal of weapons with him,” was shot and killed by officers after opening fire, Lorain police say
If they know why Kohberger did it, investigators haven’t said so publicly; it is also not clear why he spared two roommates who were home at the time
A criminal complaint the man was recorded on surveillance video scaling a fence to a private lot for reserve NYPD vehicles before lighting 11 of them on fire
The man had a motorcycle with flashing lights and the words “Traffic Public Safety” printed on the side; he wore a green uniform and carried a TASER, a baton and a Glock
The suspect, accused of being intoxicated during the pursuit, fled from an Oklahoma City Police officer before crashing into a telephone pole and allegedly proclaiming he “didn’t do anything”
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The incident began when the man pointed the object, which was later found to be a metal pipe with a makeshift handle, at passing motorists
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
A bill targeting easily converted pistols could affect future sales of older Glock models, raising concerns among active and retired law enforcement officers
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
PRODUCT NEWS
The legislation would create a new felony offense for intentionally causing serious physical injury to a K-9 or police horse
Police say the suspects were killed when their vehicle hit a tree and burst into flames during a high speed pursuit
The program’s goal is to identify agencies conducting unique and innovative programs aimed to reduce risk factors and sharing the results with the LE community
Efforts to discourage drivers from texting have increased in recent years, but the consensus is that the problem is only getting worse
The car will be used to raise awareness for officers killed in the line of duty
The standoff occurred after a vehicle pursuit
Police in three California counties are testing what amounts to a breathalyzer for drug users
Before the initiative, police were not allowed to pursue drivers who fled traffic stops unless they had committed a serious felony
Michael Sandford asked the cop about receiving an autograph from Trump before attempting to grab the officer’s weapon
Tyleeb Reese opened fire when the U.S. Marshals Service Joint Regional Fugitive Task Force attempted to serve a warrant