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BREAKING NEWS
“The State Police will meet this moment with a robust strategy and sustained commitment to confronting bias and intolerance,” Col. John Mawn Jr. said
A former sheriff and a volunteer firefighter created a bill that makes harassing first responders engaged in their lawful duty a first-degree misdemeanor
“We have a revolving door of repeat, violent, gun-toting, poison-dealing offenders who are not being held as they should,” Springfield Mayor Domenic Sarno stated
A Columbus SWAT officer fired shots after the man reached into his coat; investigation later confirmed he was in possession of a handgun
Sheriffs from across the state traveled to the state capitol to protest the bill, saying it would turn Maryland into a “sanctuary state” and place residents in danger
First responders across the country joined Lexipol in highlighting wellness themes focused on fitness, mental health, peer support and connection
Iowa AG Brenna Bird said that while the Winneshiek Sheriff’s Office has so far complied with the requests, the post itself violates the state’s sanctuary policy ban
Kalamazoo Township Police Chief Bryan Ergang pointed out that the officer was unable to defend himself, noting that his service weapon was holstered when the suspect shot him
The bill would increase the age to 12 years old in 2026, up from the current 10, depending on the severity of the crime; he threshold would then be increased further to 14 in 2028
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
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
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?
PRODUCT NEWS
A body camera pilot program raised a variety of questions about how to best monitor police and community interactions
Onlookers were impressed with the ‘James Bond’ vehicle
Reader scans every license plate and alerts officers of any potential criminal issue related to the car or its owner
The system teaches gun-handling skills, discrimination and when it is appropriate to shoot
One traffic stop netted two drunk-driving arrests in Vermont after police say a backseat passenger jumped in the driver’s seat
The 18-year-old was charged in the assault of two officers
State attorney said no charges were possible after a medical examiner death accidental and officer acted accordingly