Veterans
It’s not unusual for officers to have prior military experience — and that’s evident by our roundup of departments acknowledging their dedication and service
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The American flag is considered a living symbol under federal law. We must treat it as such.
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Partnership will leverage the expertise and resources to enhance outreach, increase access to mental health services, and provide robust support
Ever read an article on PTSD and wondered, “Does my spouse have this?”
AWI has trained more than 38,000 real estate professionals how to effectively work with veterans
In addition to co-response, the program will also offer peer support for incarcerated veterans and “after-care” for those who have suffered a mental health crisis
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Amid the backyard barbecues and price-slashing sales, thousands across the country are remembering their loved ones
Silos kill progress and diminish the greater good, and our greater good is a healthy, operational police agency
The Veterans Justice Initiative partners with local law enforcement to identify veterans who could benefit from services and how to improve officer resiliency
“Both professions are good at recruiting members in but are lacking in adequately preparing members to exit out.”
Tom Nitti became a trooper in 2015 after earning a Purple Heart for his military service in Afghanistan
L.C. “Buckshot” Smith made the decision to retire after an old injury caught up with him
The retention idea might keep at least 70 officers on the force with at least 28 years on the job
Texas deputy Bill Hardin started his law enforcement career on Feb. 1, 1947
Sgt. Kelly Bunn, a 26-year law enforcement veteran, said it was the first time he performed CPR on someone
Hundreds of police officers gathered to honor Chief Kenneth Corey with a final sendoff at Manhattan’s police headquarters
During the attack, Rich Fierro grasped the gunman’s body armor, yanked him down and yelled at another patron to move the rifle out of reach
A web-based police training course outlines public safety de-escalation tactics for military veterans in crisis
Travis Pastrana and Dave Carapetyan teamed up with Black Rifle Coffee Co. for a humorous yet uplifting video celebrating Veterans Day
Lt. Joseph Fix credits his time in the military as an Army Ranger and police SWAT training for his ability to remain calm and focused
Kane County (IL) is using alternative court programs to help military veterans heal their brains and their bodies
We owe the one-half of one percent who don the uniform the opportunity to acclimate back into society and deal with any demons from their military service
Not only do many veterans find law enforcement appealing but employers are typically eager to hire former military personnel
The Bipartisan Safer Communities Act includes funding to expand mental health and support services in schools
The fact that David Pouler is missing the lower part of his left leg didn’t slow him down as a firefighter for 12 years or as a police officer
Sgt. Matt Karges is a fourth-generation officer whose family has served at the same department consecutively and with each new generation simultaneously
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