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BREAKING NEWS
NYPD
Many officers who weighed in following Zohran Mamdani’s win in November warned of mass retirements, reduced morale and increased risk for civilians — concerns resurfacing as he prepares to take office
The man questioned why Marion Police officers worked “for evil” and pulled a machete from his clothing when they arrived at the scene
The Feb. 4 crash that killed Arizona DPS trooper paramedic Hunter Bennett and pilot Robert Skankey was caused by a mechanical issue that occurred as they responded to a police shootout
Guy Rivera faces murder, attempted murder and weapon possession charges nearly two years after the shooting death of NYPD Officer Jonathan Diller
Chino PD officers entered a home to find a man threatening a woman with a knife; the man refused instructions to drop the weapon and chased after the victim instead
After Pasco County deputies located a man suspected of fatally shooting a neighbor over a property dispute, the suspect raised a gun and shot an officer
This year’s survey examines what officers experience during a patrol shift — from call load and backup availability to reporting time and proactive policing opportunities
South Florida’s Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force task force has seen a nearly 1,000% increase in tips in eight years, from a little over 2,000 in 2017 to over 25,000 in 2025
Free webinars and daily wellness resources will address injury recovery, mental health, resilience and agency wellness strategy
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
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
The video of a police officer who survived being hit by a train while pursuing a suspect provides an opportunity to review principles of situational awareness
A chief’s decision to support an officer suspected of being intoxicated behind the wheel of his patrol car has led to accusations of a double standard
Just as with the Midland and Odessa shootings earlier this year, the Jersey City shooting hints at a vexing problem for law enforcement ‒ countering mobile killers
In this podcast segment, Jim and Doug discuss policing alongside hostile prosecutors
The first armed responders to arrive at the shooting were three off-duty officers, a reminder that it’s crucial to carry your firearm off duty
PRODUCT NEWS
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
Axon’s First Draft program uses AI to generate a draft report narrative using body camera audio, helping officers save about 23 minutes per police report
Real-time operations center deploys XtendPoint KVM-over-IP to improve incident response and collaboration
Modular, secure, and ASTM-certified barrier solution protects pedestrian zones and public spaces from unauthorized vehicle intrusions
“With our FedRAMP High Authorization, federal agencies can rely on Mark43 for premier security and mission-ready public safety technology,” Bob Hughes, Chief Executive Officer at Mark43
The Un‑carrier delivers the best price for first responder and military families vs. AT&T and Verizon
RapidDeploy is a cloud-native Next Generation 911 solution provider for public safety