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BREAKING NEWS
“Our [officers] jumped into action without hesitation, braved the elements, and risked their own safety to rescue an animal in need,” DEC’s LE director Karen Pryzlak said
Sund discusses intelligence gaps, officer resilience and key takeaways in the new series “Heroes Behind the Badge”
UCSF trial highlights the effectiveness of app-based mindfulness meditation in improving employee mental health and job satisfaction
“The idea is for officers to learn how to deal with their emotions by being aware of what they’re going through and what others are going through,” said Warren Police Lt. Brent Chisholm
“We’ve never had a lower officers’ per capita than we’ve had in our most recent year,” said James McMahan, policy director for the Wash. Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs
The event, scheduled for February 18-20, will explore innovative strategies for recruitment, retention and cultural change
The Capitol Police ordered a full review of this incident as well as “mandatory refresher training on security screening, so this never happens again,” the department stated
Auburn Police Officer Jeffrey Nelson said the man was grabbing for his gun; jurors determined that video showed he was on the ground and looking away when the shots were fired
After a traffic stop, the man informed officers that he had a handgun in the side of his waistband; he complied as the officer tried to remove it, unintentionally firing it in the process
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
From reversing police reform orders to promoting AI and expanding police resources, here’s what has unfolded since January 20
Understanding the repeal of the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO)
Explore how retired law enforcement officers can navigate LEOSA authority and liability to enhance executive protection strategies
Bodycam footage lays bare two officers’ shocking inaction during a man’s final moments, exposing a profound betrayal of their duty to protect life
The deadly New Orleans crowd attack shows how extremists weaponize vehicles to target public spaces, stressing the importance of stronger security and counter-radicalization measures
“Joanna’s Law” would help identify staged suicides that could otherwise deceive investigators and let killers walk free
PRODUCT NEWS
Multi-fuel long gun light delivers 1,000 lumens and 22,000 candela
“It’s a tremendous honor to be recognized in the GovTech 100 for our growing contributions to the public sector,” said Shane Evangelist, CEO of NEOGOV
New program of offers discounts based on existing drone fleets. No trade-ins required.
Lightweight, ultra-bright EDC light delivers powerful performance
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Streamlight participated alongside 2,500+ exhibitors, showcasing their innovative lighting solutions to professionals in the shooting sports, hunting, outdoor, law enforcement and military tactical defense markets
“MITR-M1 embodies the integration-led design ethos of our range of personal protective equipment, fitting seamlessly into existing tactical gear ensembles, allowing the wearer to get on with the mission with minimum distraction and get home safely.”