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Minneapolis officers worked 265,000 overtime hours this year after losing 40% of the department over the past three years
As much as 40% of Antioch’s officers are currently suspended for investigations of misconduct, some involving the FBI
Lincoln, Nebraska has lots to offer both new officers and those open to relocating
State patrol and wildlife troopers will receive a 7.5 percent raise
Organization seeking to lower cop deaths to below 100 per year finds new leadership in former officer
If SROs are expected to be our school’s first line of defense, we must provide these officers with the best specialized tactical training and equipment possible
University police departments face unique challenges that call for unique solutions and approaches outside of conventional policing
Rookie officer calls swearing-in ceremony “one of the most special days” of his life
Conference will feature a trade show, networking opportunities, seminars and more
Lauren Card, 23, says her decision to become a cop was inspired by the shooting
Officers Matt Gabrielson and Keith Zerger will have little time to prepare for the layoff
More than 100 people gathered to show their support for police and the officer who fatally shot a man two weeks ago
Jim and Doug discuss the problem of recruiting new officers, and address some of the things that can be done about it