Navigating retirement
When my husband retired from his 29-year law enforcement career, we thought we had it all figured out. We attended his retirement seminar and generally planned for an adjustment period. […] Read More
News
LPVOs are the next evolution of the patrol rifle
In 1997, two heavily armed subjects robbed a bank in North Hollywood, California. Both suspects were wearing body armor and carrying rifles when they were confronted by LAPD officers. Ready […] Read More
National Law Enforcement Museum hosts panel on community impact and police response to hate crimes
What National Law Enforcement Museum will present a virtual panel discussion titled Tragedy and Transformation: Law Enforcement Response to Hate Crime Events. The conversation will focus on how agencies have […] Read More
Policing and fatherhood
When work feels like babysitting and you’re always on cleanup patrol — happy Father’s Day
I should have killed you before you were born!” my complainant yelled at her 16-year-old daughter, following up with “You’re the worst thing that ever happened to me!” “I hate […] Read More
The P.D. that wouldn’t go away
Virginia town reverses course on dissolving department after public outcry
Residents in one Virginia town are willing to accept higher water bills if it means they won’t be losing their police department any time soon. Purcellville, located in Loudoun County, […] Read More
2025 Top Cops
As part of National Police Week, the National Association of Police Organizations (NAPO) recognized the courage and heroism of 70 law enforcement officers from across the country at its 32nd […] Read More
