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BREAKING NEWS
After Memphis Police Officer Torres-Molina searched the man and removed a firearm, he attempted to detain the suspect in a cruiser; the suspect then pulled out a second handgun and shot the officer
The suspect was accused of shooting an officer several times, including in the head, and a statewide manhunt ensued before he was killed in Kentucky the next day
“Lt. Mark Meadows was a treasured member of our Irondale family for over 30 years,’' Irondale Mayor James Stewart said
DFR programs enable the immediate dispatch of a drone in response to a 911 call for real-time aerial situational awareness in advance of and to support ground units
The event brings together public safety leaders and drone experts to explore advancements in unmanned aircraft systems for critical applications
“We are committed to getting a full and complete picture of...what needs to change so we can prevent this from ever happening again,” Attorney General Liz Murrill said
In 2017, 18,000 people pursued NYPD officer positions; only 8,000 started the candidacy process in 2024
San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus has alleged she faced discrimination and harassment by the county; she is under investigation for numerous misconduct allegations
The bicyclist, a convicted felon, was charged with multiple felonies after pulling a 9mm gun during a pursuit with a Flagler County Sheriff’s deputy
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
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
New solution provides first responders with 4G/LTE coverage and capacity in one hour
Officer John Calhoun was shot Wednesday afternoon while struggling with an armed man near a bus stop
Missouri State Highway Patrol will take over supervising security in the St. Louis suburb that’s been the scene of violent protests