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Several northeast Ohio departments will continue to screen for marijuana, as the law permits employers to bar applicants who use it
One oversight board member fears that changing department structure may cause officers to “jump ship,” leaving the force with even fewer officers
The Williamson County Sheriff’s Office in Texas has overcome the recruiting crisis by expediting the hiring process, implementing competitive pay, offering innovative training and updating existing wellness programs
Officer Loretta Cool was the first female to hold several positions in the department, including first female K-9 officer and first female SWAT team officer
By this time next year, officials say staffing levels at the police bureau will be catastrophic
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