Security

Minneapolis mayor awards $300K security contract to community group of ex-gang members to prevent violence

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Some city council members objected. "We are not looking to have civilians do exactly what police officers do"

DOJ: Marshals Service can’t properly track threats against judges

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A report says the agency uses outdated security equipment and struggles to effectively detect threats made online

Which mobile devices do officers use most on the job and why? (infographic)

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Zebra Technologies

Download the free infographic to find out how you and your department compare to LEOs across the country

Officials: Off-duty deputy killed suspect in Houston nightclub shooting

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A Harris County deputy was working security at the club when an armed suspect began shooting

US Capitol Police watchdog to testify on Jan. 6 failures

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Capitol Police Inspector General Michael A. Bolton will testify for the first time on Thursday

Police called to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s home 9 times in as many months

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One man was arrested and charged with misdemeanor trespassing on his second offense

Capitol Police officer, suspect killed after car rams into barricade

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The slain officer was identified as William “Billy” Evans, an 18-year veteran

Pelosi taps DC National Guard head to lead House security

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Maj. Gen. William Walker was closely involved with the security on Jan. 6 as he dispatched troops to back up Capitol Police

LE on alert after March 4 plot warning at US Capitol

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Police are increasing their presence amid a warning about a militia group's "possible plot" to storm the building again

Minn. House rejects security fund for Floyd trials

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The measure would create an emergency fund that could be used to cover other police agencies' costs if they help Minneapolis with security during the trials

An overview of the Port Security Grant Program

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Funds support increased port-wide risk management and protect critical surface transportation infrastructure from acts of terrorism and major disasters

Capitol Police bolstering travel security for lawmakers

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Capitol Police will be stationed at area airports and Washington's Union Station on busy travel days, officials said

Heavily fortified statehouses around US see small protests

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Small groups, some armed, gathered at state capitols on Sunday but remained peaceful

$1.6M security proposal for Atlanta neighborhood calls for more patrols, cameras

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Three city councilmembers are donating $125K to the plan, which hopes to connect Atlanta Police with private security teams in the upscale neighborhood