Police humor only a cop would understand
When I was working in the Gang Unit with the Albuquerque Police Department, there was a phrase used by gang members to express their outlook on life: “Smile Now, Cry […] Read More
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Legacy never dies
Manny 267 Foundation honors fallen Massachusetts officer with lifesaving rescue
It’s not unheard of for friends and family to start nonprofit organizations when a loved one passes away. It’s a way to carry on the legacy of the deceased, to […] Read More
Mentorship: Ensuring future success
Several years ago, after teaching a firearms instructor class in Las Vegas, I noticed a group of shooters talking and prepping gear as they waited for us to clear the […] Read More
Pink patches, powerful impact
Pink Patch Project shows the humanity behind the badge
Editor’s note: This article is adapted with permission from the October 2025 issue of PORAC Law Enforcement News, the official publication of the Peace Officers Research Association of California. October […] Read More
The future is here
LE virtual reality training systems
When it comes to technology, my idea of high-tech is to use my laptop as a word processor. But even I’ve noticed the giant leap forward in online learning. Watching […] Read More
A winding road
My unconventional journey into policing
Mark Cuban once said, “Don’t follow your passions, follow your effort.” That approach seems to have worked out for him, but I clearly didn’t heed his advice. Strangely, I think […] Read More
