Community Policing
The Community Policing topic covers efforts by agencies and officers to partner with other branches of local government as well as non-governmental organizations to reduce crime and increase the quality of life for law-abiding citizens.
New Gallup and Pew data show growing confidence in law enforcement across demographics, but lingering misconceptions still challenge community relations
From traditional updates to small-group discussions, town halls give officers a way to share data, answer questions and fight misinformation
New role at the University Circle Police Department aims to strengthen outreach and service to visually impaired community members
After Mich. boy calls 911 to tell officers about his brother’s birthday, police join the celebration
Micah Porter, 4, dialed 911 and spoke to dispatchers; after he mentioned that his brother Mitch’s birthday was the next day, Farmington Hills PD joined the celebration
Total crime is down 27% in 2025, with Syracuse PD officers walking beats and working alongside community intervention teams
Before, not even all the cars could fit into the lot; now, with 9 acres of space on the property, there is enough room to store all the department vehicles beneath a sheltered cover
Sports marketer Brandon Steiner spent half a year embedded with officers in Harlem, Brooklyn and the Bronx — here’s what shocked him, what broke him and what every cop should hear
Officers took the opportunity to connect with kids, families and future cops — strengthening trust through hands-on engagement
The fundraiser, spearheaded by Gideon and Josiah Trank’s lemonade stand, supported the family of fallen Lorain officer Phillip Wagner and the recovery of two wounded officers
The Ann Arbor Police and fire departments put on Blaze and Blue camp, in partnership with the city, for girls aged 15 to 18
The Joliet Police Department intends to use the Axon Body 4 cams to improve communication with its community, more than 25% of which speaks a language other than English
The series offers a window into the experiences of first responders through the use of real stories from real law enforcement officers, firefighters and EMTs
Understanding the principles and practical impact of community policing in modern policing strategies
Elon Musk’s third principle offers a framework for law enforcement to solve problems at the root and strengthen operational effectiveness through smarter strategies
Designed for accessibility and calm, a sensory-friendly open house shows your department is ready to meet every community member where they are
This stone at the entrance of the University Circle Police Department reflects the agency’s culture of service
“In the police department, we do ride-alongs. Does fire do sleepovers?”
The initiative will distribute 1,000 packs of Brewers-themed trading cards to 30 law enforcement departments statewide to be shared with children in their communities
Meet Officer Emily Herbst and Maximus, her police horse partner in Denver’s Mounted Patrol Unit, bridging the gap between law enforcement and community — one stride at a time
“More than anything, the new headquarters will provide the community with better access to their police department,” Bradenton PD Chief Melanie Bevan said
Showing the person behind the badge helps law enforcement communicators counter anti-police sentiment and build public trust — but success depends on context and timing
Agencies have until June 24 to start applications for projects and officer wellness programs worth up to $200K
“It’s a community policing effort where we introduce ourselves, through these cards, to whoever we can hand them out to,” Wilkes-Barre Police Chief Joseph Coffay said
DJ, who has battled cancer since 2018, was sworn into more than 200 law enforcement agencies during a single ceremony in Berkeley, Missouri
Each year on January 9, communities across the United States take time to recognize the men and women who keep our neighborhoods safe. Here’s how you can participate
The new tools are designed to give officers more hands-free capabilities and access to community-contributed video evidence
“Big love and thanks to … [WWE Global Ambassador Titus O’Neil] and Sheriff [Chad Chronister] for the honor and for everything you do for this community,” Bautista said
Equipping officers with sensory kits enhances preparedness, improves outcomes and fosters safer, more compassionate interactions
The Southlake Police Department’s witty traffic campaign, featuring “Poe Poe on Muh Window,” has racked up over a million views
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