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The SWAT topic page gives tactical officers and police officers who want to join the ranks of these elite special units a wide variety of news, tips, columns and commentary to achieve the objective.

Defensive tactics for police officers are essential for surviving real-world encounters. In this exclusive series, Lt. Dan Marcou shares proven techniques developed on the street to help officers stay safe, respond decisively, and build confidence. Each article offers step-by-step instructions of a variety ot tactics. This training series is for verified law enforcement professionals only.

Policing Matters is a weekly law enforcement podcast bringing you the latest news and critical issues impacting police officers. Listen as Police1 columnist and deputy chief Jim Dudley (ret.) sits down with law enforcement and criminal justice experts from across the country to talk strategy and trends in policing.

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First Responder Wellness Week is dedicated to providing resources, support and community to help public safety personnel better understand the mental and physical health risks that come with the job.

The K-9 topic page provides police K-9 handlers with news, education and training content that will increase the effectiveness of their performance as a K-9 handler and the effectiveness of their K-9 team.

The Police Performance and Accountability topic provides news, information and training on how agencies can recognize problematic behavior, prioritize officer wellness and implement training to foster an active bystander culture.

Policing Matters podcast host and deputy chief Jim Dudley (ret.) pays a visit to Axon Week 2025 to get an exclusive look at some of the revolutionary advancements in public safety technology and the thought leaders and technology experts making them happen.

The Police1 Resource Center brings our knowledge off the website and onto your desk. Download checklists, guides, ebooks and more to print, keep at your desk and share with your department.

Stay up to date with LAPD news, crime updates and announcements from the Los Angeles Police Department — one of the largest municipal law enforcement agencies in the U.S. Known for its “protect and serve” motto, the LAPD plays a central role in public safety, community outreach and high-profile investigations. Follow this page for the latest Los Angeles Police Department news, including officer-involved incidents, crime reports and department initiatives.