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BREAKING NEWS
Vidor PD Officers Michael Stephenson and Ashton Moss were the first to arrive at the scene where they broke a window AC unit away from a window to free the children
A proposed federal budget would eliminate funding for over half of FEMA’s emergency and homeland security grant programs for training, equipment and readiness efforts
The measure calls on AG Pam Bondi to seek to overturn legal rulings that make it difficult for cities and states to force homeless people into shelters and substance-abuse centers
Bakersfield officers tried to speak to the woman and deployed TASERs, but she continued to approach, leading to the shooting
When an officer arrived at the scene, a person exited a house claiming they had been “hit” by a gun
Two of three judges agreed the law “meaningfully constrains” the constitutional right to keep arms by forcing gun owners to get rechecked before each purchase of bullets
Natalie Rupnow opened fire at Abundant Life Christian School, killing teacher Erin Michelle West and student Rubi Vergara; her father could face up to 18 years in prison
“If New York City won’t stand up for the safety of its citizens, we will,” Attorney General Pamela Bondi said in a news release
Lorain Officer Phillip C. Wagner, 35, joined the force in 2022 after serving with the U.S. Marine Corps and the Sheffield Village PD; he was known for dedication and compassion
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
Spartan Armor Systems provides ballistic body armor with specialized Encapsaloc™ coating that reduces dangerous projectile fragmentation
Police said K-9 Freckles “apparently overheated or had a heart attack” during the hunt
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