Nov 2025

Inside the November issue

The phenomenon of trauma bonding in law enforcement

The phenomenon of trauma bonding in law enforcement

An argument against the “law enforcement gangs” narrative
Mental health checks … in the training room?

Mental health checks … in the training room?

A proactive, strategic approach to improving officer wellness
Betrayed from within

Betrayed from within

Unmasking the hidden wounds in policing
Surviving and thriving in retirement

Surviving and thriving in retirement

A realistic picture of life after the job
Your agency needs you

Your agency needs you

Leadership starts with taking the best care of your people
Crime doesn’t take a vacation

Crime doesn’t take a vacation

Policing challenges in tourist jurisdictions

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On the Job

Crime doesn’t take a vacation

Crime doesn’t take a vacation

Policing challenges in tourist jurisdictions

Every law enforcement agency across the U.S. has its own unique challenges. However, policing in areas associated with tourism and seasonal population increases presents... Read More

Hot on the scent

Hot on the scent

Indiana K-9 locates two missing children deep in national forest

A Sunday afternoon hike nearly turned tragic for two 11-year-old Indiana children who became lost in the dense woods of Hoosier National Forest. Around 6 p.m. on August... Read More

Ruff ride ends with NYPD rescue

Ruff ride ends with NYPD rescue

Police officers came to the rescue of a frightened dog that found itself in a “ruff” situation inside a Manhattan subway station on October 24. According to the... Read More

The phenomenon of trauma bonding in law enforcement

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The phenomenon of trauma bonding in law enforcement

An argument against the “law enforcement gangs” narrative

“Our first responders are uniquely strong, brave, and emotionally flexible. They are called upon to support us on the worst days of our lives. They hear and see things that […]

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Tech

The future of patrol is here

The future of patrol is here

Florida sheriff’s office rolls out nation’s first autonomous police vehicle

Any child of the 1980s was familiar with the telltale theme music accompanying video footage of a highly modified Pontiac Trans Am with a red “scanner” light... Read More

Cutting-edge police technology

Cutting-edge police technology

The role of technology in policing has advanced dramatically over the past century, reshaping how agencies prevent crime, protect officers and serve communities. What... Read More

One step closer

One step closer

Maryland authorities are close to solving decades-long cold case

They haven’t caught the bad guy yet, but the Howard County Police Department in Maryland just got one step closer to solving a cold case that has haunted residents for Read More

Labor

The power of mediation

The power of mediation

A critical tool that can keep HR across the street

Dave, I need your help.” A lieutenant had me on the horn, and I was intrigued by this hint of an opportunity to assist police management. He explained that one Read More

Differentiation in police recruitment

Differentiation in police recruitment

Turning your agency’s unique strengths into a competitive advantage

Recruitment isn’t an extra duty anymore. It isn’t something you can hand off to HR and check off a list. Every agency is hiring, and every candidate has options. They Read More

Building positive media relations

Building positive media relations

One breakfast burrito at a time

Her camera guy was hunched over, fidgeting away at his settings, when I walked over and offered them breakfast burritos. My offer stopped him moving, like a spotlight on... Read More

Racing with a purpose

Racing with a purpose

Indiana State Police partners with IndyCar driver Felix Rosenqvist

The Indiana State Police (ISP) is embracing innovation on and off the track with a turbocharged  recruitment campaign powered by a unique partnership with NTT... Read More

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Always honored, never forgotten

Always honored, never forgotten

COVID-19 is ripping through our country, depositing fear, illness, death and changing daily life as...

NLEOMF

NLEOMF

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