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BREAKING NEWS
LEOs were attacked with fireworks, and motorcyclists broke through a police line as protests intensified following President Trump’s deployment of the California National Guard
In March 2024, the Mercer County Commission approved a $1.75 million American Rescue Plan grant to buy the former bank building and convert it to new headquarters
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
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
A public building protest should not surprise any police leader, especially when organizers clearly state that as their intent
Are you prepared to respond if essential buildings such as city hall, courthouses and police stations are overrun by protesters?
Proposed legislation would bolster academy training to include classes more focused on mental health, social services, psychology and communication
Both academics and cities are advocating for decoupling traffic enforcement from the police — our experts debate the pros and cons
‘Pro-police’ forums may make us feel good, but they don’t serve the purpose of policing
Policing is currently subject to more social experiments than at any time in the history of the profession
PRODUCT NEWS
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
Acquisition reinforces commitment to innovation with plans to integrate AI across mission-critical platforms
New Matrice 4T and Matrice 4E enterprise drones feature smart detection for smarter operations and laser range finder for real-time precise measurement
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
The crash of the 38-year-old CAD system forced deputies to use handwritten notes and radio communications to manage calls
Santa Fe Police used drone footage to locate the suspect and coordinate an arrest on foot within 15 minutes of the initial report
The partnership will provide a training experience that combines high-fidelity simulation scenarios with real-world tactical instruction to enhance weapon handling proficiency
The Thomasville Police Department installed a Flock Safety system in 2022, crediting the technology for its ability to pinpoint and alert officers to the shooting
The Tupelo Police Department will use the $191,000 grant to purchase a mobile surveillance trailer and more license plate readers