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BREAKING NEWS
Drones as first responders are flown to the site of priority calls to assess the situation before police officers, firefighters or emergency medical crews arrive on the scene
Travis County District Attorney José Garza said his office is not seeking charges against the officers who fatally shot a gunman during a downtown mass shooting
The state added 68 officers in 2025, but population growth outpaced hiring, further lowering staffing levels, Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs data shows
After being shot in the hand, the San Jose sergeant returned fire before a second round struck him in the head
The Volusia County deputy was working with a trainee on his eighth day of patrol when a suspect opened fire; despite being wounded, he broadcast suspect details before being rushed to a trauma center
Acting ICE director Todd Lyons said many requests involved assault, weapons and drug charges
Antioch officials say the department has revised use of force, pursuit and bias-policing policies amid a multiyear federal compliance deal
The Thurston County sergeant used a convincing K-9 whine to persuade a suspect to comply after fleeing on foot
Video shows the suspect aiming twice before firing, with the round passing through the Fresno PD officer’s hair and knocking off his hat
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
The President’s executive order voices clear support for law enforcement, avoids punitive actions and promises a reasonable review of policing practices
Concerned citizens must act to ensure equity and opportunity in their communities
Whatever the outcome, the process must be evidence-based, deliberate and meet the highest standards of any homicide investigation
As this incident leads the news, it is imperative we identify lessons we can apply to training, policy and community relations
A highly mobile killer went on a 60-mile, 12-hour spree that ended with 18 killed, including an RCMP constable
In the space of 12 hours, a gunman ambushed and shot an NYPD officer sitting in his patrol vehicle, then shot another officer inside an NYPD station
PRODUCT NEWS
Northern California PD deploys proactive AI gun detection technology to reduce crime and improve police response times
The students will use TRULEO to generate police reports through both voice and text inputs
Norfolk police say automated license plate readers contributed to a 40% drop in stolen vehicle reports
New technology is transforming emergency response with text, video and AI-powered translation, but uneven adoption leaves millions without access to lifesaving 911 upgrades
T-Mobile doubles down on support for first responders with major ecosystem partnerships like Samsung, individual benefits and a $2M+ scholarship fund for children of fallen first responders
“This certification is a testament to our team’s dedication and the strong culture we’ve built together,” said Ashley Burnsed, President of Blue Force Gear
Blastshield B2 introduces features that prioritize clarity, fit, and durability
Featuring high-performance DJI Matrice 4D/4TD drones, DJI Dock 3 supports vehicle-mounted deployments and adapts to various environments
Adds international network of law enforcement and intelligence professionals, meeting market need for managed safety and response, training, tactics, and American technology-driven professional services
Holt & McArdle Associates recognized for outstanding sales performance in the law enforcement market at SHOT Show 2025