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      Small town North Carolina police officer rescues man from house fire
      Boulder police recover $400,000 in stolen paintings, drug stash in...
      California police officer rescues three people from car teetering on...
      Stranded driver gets gas refill from helpful police officer
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      Nevada may soon allow noncitizens to become police officers to...
      Florida pays out $5M in hiring bonuses for more than one thousand...
      Cops leave NYPD in highest number since 9/11
      California police department to pay academy costs to boost recruiting...
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      Wisconsin law enforcement warn of iPhone crash detection feature...
      Snapchat sued for facilitating sale of fentanyl that led to fatal...
      Security flaw in app exposes secret data from hundreds of police raids
      Minnesota law enforcement agencies turn to facial recognition...
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    • Pennsylvania police utilize VR for de-escalation training
      Running your patrol rifle like a champion
      Present ability, opportunity and apparent intent
      Defensive tactics
      Mechanics, consistency and aggression
  • Policy
    • Arkansas sheriff’s offices refuse to enforce federal ATF gun policy
      President Biden signs bill expanding national missing persons database
      California Highway Patrol spotlights new traffic laws for 2023
      Texas law enforcement leaders say the state has too many police...
      Justice Department launches new language initiative after resolving...
  • Health/Wellness
    • Retired Wisconsin police officer offers mental health services for...
      Coping with internal investigation or legal action
      The value of data: Wellness through the eyes of officers
      What officers love, hope and worry about
      Don’t be “that guy” — get moving
  • Community
    • Newark good Samaritan honored for assisting wounded officers
      LAPD chief bans “Thin Blue Line” flag from department use
      Friday Night Lights duty
      Oklahoma law enforcement teach children self-defense tactics to build...
      Former Superman actor thanks police officers for their...
  • Offbeat
    • Drunk-driving suspect performs backflip for Ohio police during...
      “Like a scene from ‘Home Alone’”: Georgia man slips on ice...
      “Some real sitcom stuff there”: Florida burglars call 9-1-1 for...
      Wyoming police officer restores classic Chevy Bel Air as police...
      Santa Cruz police arrest 19-year-old for handing out fake parking...
  • We Remember
    • “I had a calling”: Colorado cadet inspired by fallen hero Eric...
      Chicago police remember fallen and injured officers this holiday...
      Deputy killed by roommate after he “jokingly” pulled trigger of...
      Maryland’s oldest cold case solved
      At least 13 officers shot in five days as wave of violence sweeps...
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      School policing: a paradox of the defund movement
      Defending the honor of the LE profession – finally!
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October 2021

Police reform: Let’s be careful, considerate and deliberate

Police reform: Let’s be careful, considerate and deliberate

November 4, 2021

Since George Zimmerman was acquitted in the death of Trayvon Martin, which resulted in the founding of Black Lives Matter (BLM) in 2013, law enforcement and all police officers have […] Read More

Lock it up

Lock it up

Turn your truck console into a secured environment

November 3, 2021

All over the country, authorities are reporting a rise in vehicle break-ins, which means it’s even more important to protect belongings that take up permanent residence in trucks and autos. […] Read More

Alcohol tactics for LEOs

Alcohol tactics for LEOs

A guide to strategically address responsible drinking

November 1, 2021

Trust me, you can dance. — Vodka In this guide, the experts at the Los Angeles Police Department’s Substance Abuse Task Force provide numerous strategies to help encourage responsible drinking […] Read More

The importance of leading by example

The importance of leading by example

October 31, 2021

Leading by example is a crucial aspect of effective leadership. Leaders who model behavior that emphasizes integrity, creativity, good communication and a willingness to engage in continuous growth are vital […] Read More

Executive leadership in social media and press relations

Executive leadership in social media and press relations

October 30, 2021

Law enforcement agencies across the nation face increased media scrutiny, community turmoil, reduced funding and many demands during this new era of policing. It’s no surprise that many government organizations […] Read More

Choosing the best duty light

Choosing the best duty light

The right flashlight will vary from cop to cop

October 29, 2021

When I first started in law enforcement, everyone on my department carried a Maglite, which was the standard at the time and needed three D-cell batteries to power it. They […] Read More

Raising awareness, one step at a time

Raising awareness, one step at a time

5K walk in Massachusetts supports police mental health

October 18, 2021

A 5K walk for law enforcement suicide awareness in Braintree, Massachusetts, in late August raised funds and garnered support for mental health services for police officers. Organizers with the advocacy […] Read More

A female influence

A female influence

Women on the force break stereotypes, serve as role models

October 17, 2021

At only 12% of the current law enforcement workforce, per the Department of Justice, women remain a minority in the profession, but personal stories show how attitudes have changed. This […] Read More

Double take

Double take

Alabama officer uses likeness to Hollywood action star to foster community relations

October 15, 2021

As a lieutenant with the Morgan County Sheriff’s Office in Alabama, Eric Fields knows how to maneuver vehicles at high speeds, but he’s no Hobbs from the Fast & Furious […] Read More

Two decades of school active shooter incidents: What we know

Two decades of school active shooter incidents: What we know

October 14, 2021

School active shooter incidents are a unique phenomenon. When preparing for or responding to one of these horrific tragedies, officers should consider how their training and tactics should differentiate between […] Read More

Stand proud for our profession — be a leader

Stand proud for our profession — be a leader

October 13, 2021

I train a lot of firearm instructors from all over the country, and it’s given me the opportunity to listen to officers discuss the problems they face in different regions […] Read More

Brain training to enhance resilience

Brain training to enhance resilience

Techniques to keep your stress in check

October 12, 2021

Recent and ongoing events continue to challenge our typical notions of safety, predictability and control. The persistent nature of nationwide civil unrest, anti-law-enforcement political and media sentiment, and COVID-19 public […] Read More

Keep your old friends

Keep your old friends

October 11, 2021

When I entered the police academy in the summer of 1999, a sergeant told us, “You guys have friends that aren’t cops? Make sure you keep it that way.” And […] Read More

Beyond shoot/no shoot

Beyond shoot/no shoot

The evolution of police simulator training

October 10, 2021

Most police officers are familiar with classic simulation scenarios such as a man standing at a door who quickly raises his hands to reveal either a knife, flip phone, wallet, […] Read More

United we stand, divided we are

United we stand, divided we are

The silent struggle of race relations within police departments

October 9, 2021

In today’s world of policing, the brave men and women who have taken on this profession have been placed under immense scrutiny and pressure, more than any other time that […] Read More

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The power of teamwork

The power of teamwork

July 23, 2021

Stay awake and alert on the job

Stay awake and alert on the job

July 20, 2021

The worst rank in law enforcement

The worst rank in law enforcement

July 19, 2021

Firearms maintenance

Firearms maintenance

July 04, 2021

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