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State Training Director Hank Prim discusses how shifting from a high-stress, military-style police academy to a more collegial and problem-based learning environment is critical for preparing officers to best serve their communities
Documenting your experience as a police officer and how it can effectively translate to a job in the private sector is essential — follow these steps for success
Today’s candidates aren’t looking for the same things they used to
One council member said he didn’t want Jason Kuzik, then 52, because he was “getting close to retirement”
At a consent decree hearing on Tuesday, federal monitors said the NOPD is backsliding when it comes to court-ordered reforms around staffing
Nearly 80% of respondents in the election season poll stated they lack confidence in the current council’s approach to improving public safety
Funds will help the department with technology and records upgrades, as well as support recruitment, retention and training
What should the law enforcement profession make of a recent request from New Hampshire police chiefs to change fitness testing for LEOs?
The loss of night shift patrols came from a 6% budget cut, drop in staffing and the elimination of a shift
Bill passed to lower minimum hiring age brings a new detention deputy to Lexington County
State senate bill tries to deal with the shortage of officers by changing only the minimum age