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BREAKING NEWS
Groton Police Officers Bryan Albee and Cristopher Brillon engaged with the man for several minutes, ultimately persuading him to climb down from the barrier
The lawsuit alleged that MDSP’s physical fitness and written tests were not job-related and disproportionately disqualified women and African American applicants
Under the agreement between the U.S. Army and the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office, service members are guaranteed an interview after completing their military service
Mental Health
“By reducing the stigma surrounding suicide and expanding support for at-risk veterans and first responders, New York is leading the way,” Gov. Kathy Hochul said
“Unfortunately for this particular drug dealer, TCSO had 20+ deputies, multiple K9’s, and multiple grappler equipped vehicles on patrol tonight,” Thurston County Sheriff Derek Sanders said
The center will provide expertise on the responsible and ethical use of AI in justice, public safety and security
Streetsboro Police Department K-9 Kaya wandered too close to the highway after he was let out of a cruiser and was struck by a passing vehicle
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department’s Drones as a First Responder unit found the hiker “and provided precise location details to ground rescue teams,” police said
“If you are thinking of coming into any of these areas to steal…you’re going to get caught, you’re going to be arrested, and you’re going to be prosecuted,” Sheriff Robert Luna said
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
Two-way radio, wearable microcomputer, and handheld device help process and organize information so you can focus on your job
Video shows a confrontation Friday between a man and two cops in which he rushes them with a baseball bat and swings at an officer who had fallen
New vehicle radio extender offers portable radio coverage extension for public safety
As police action in the Midwest raises concerns about the militarization of agencies, LA police are crediting some equipment for saving lives in a run-and-gun pursuit
Police originally said 31 were arrested, but St. Louis County spokeswoman Candace Jarrett on Tuesday said 57 people were booked at the county jail alone
Current technology and operational procedures must be enhanced in order to ensure messages are received and can be responded to
The THERMAL STAR cools the body through waist-mounted air discharge nozzles, which can attach to spiral tubes and be worn over or under clothing
It’s easy to get caught up in the chaos of the military lifestyle, but taking time to focus on your own well being is important
Social platform connects users through photo sharing
Missouri’s governor on Monday ordered the National Guard to a St. Louis suburb convulsed by protests over a fatal police shooting