Community engagement: What is it moving forward?
Community engagement isn’t a buzzword or a box to check — it’s the foundation of trust, legitimacy and effectiveness in modern policing. While chiefs and command staff may set policy […] Read More
October 2025
Liability — not always a showstopper!
In this article, I will discuss my thoughts on a very critical issue based upon decades of experience in addressing not only the issue of liability, but also the issues […] Read More
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
Contradictory crossroads
Contradiction is the perfect word for life in Indy
Indiana’s motto is “Crossroads of America,” and Indianapolis is where those roads cross. Five interstates, six major highways and 15 state routes crisscross the urban landscape to and from other […] Read More
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 began with whistles and bicycles has […] Read More
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
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
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
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
Unlocking innovation
Why creativity is no longer optional in police and corrections training
Law enforcement and corrections live in constant change. The job shifts every week. Training, on the other hand, looks like it has been frozen since the ’90s. Same tired lectures. […] Read More
Into the abyss
A cop’s English Channel swim
So, what does a Division I college swimmer who set three school records, earned two All-American honors and captained the junior and senior swim team do afterwards? Well, naturally, swim […] Read More
Back-to-school season brings out police support nationwide
As students across the country headed back to class, law enforcement officers were there to make sure the new school year started on a positive and safe note. In Massachusetts, […] 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
