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Officer Roll Call
The latest podcast episode discusses the volatile recipe of rowdy gatherings and fireworks after police in Boston were injured by the explosives. Plus other police news and headlines...
Hillsborough County, FL, Sheriff's Office
Video shows suspect walking through Tampa restaurant with flaming propane tank
NYPD rescue woman from the Brooklyn Bridge
Palm Springs, CA, Police Department
Palm Springs police use drone to track e-motorcycle rider
Pierce County, WA, Sheriff's Office
Pierce County Sheriff's Office
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Police traffic stop
A new Ohio law makes it a criminal offense for drivers and passengers to refuse to provide identifying information during traffic stops and increases penalties for interfering...
July 10, 2026
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Huntington Beach's 122nd Annual 4th of July Parade
Huntington Beach police say they have identified organizers promoting a potential beach takeover and warn they could face criminal charges if the gathering leads to violence, ...
July 10, 2026
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Connecticut State Police used AI to enhance the sky for its cruiser photo contest submission
Connecticut State Police acknowledged using AI to extend the sky in its cruiser contest photo after a playful exchange with Virginia troopers, but organizers say the edit is permitted...
July 10, 2026
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12-gauge shotgun
From ammunition flexibility to psychological impact, the 12-gauge shotgun still offers capabilities that make it relevant in modern law enforcement crowd management.
July 9, 2026

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Southfield police rescue two children from ravine crash
Southfield police officers rescued two children through a vehicle window while firefighters used extrication tools to free the injured adults trapped inside the wrecked SUV.
July 9, 2026
Drone crashed into LAPD helicopter helping with Encino brush fire
An LAPD helicopter suffered minor damage after a drone struck the aircraft while crews responded to a brush fire in Encino, renewing concerns about unauthorized drones interfering...
July 9, 2026
Jordan Wilmore is sworn in as a new Kemah police officer
After missing the state licensing exam by a single point, Jordan Wilmore received encouragement and financial support from Shaquille O'Neal before achieving his dream of becoming...
July 8, 2026
Bodycam footage from a stairway shootout in St. Peter
St. Peter Police Officer Austin Buss was struck in the arm and ballistic vest when a shotgun-wielding suspect opened fire from the top of a stairway, touching off an exchange ...
July 8, 2026

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Smith County, TX, Sheriff's Office
Smith County Sheriff's Deputy Gerald Atchison Jr. and Sheriff Larry Smith in 2018.
Smith County Sheriff's Deputy Gerald Atchison Jr. died after collapsing from what officials believe was a massive coronary event while working at agency headquarters in Tyler....
July 9, 2026
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Police crime scene
Ohio's new law creates a 15-foot buffer zone around police and other first responders and increases penalties for conduct that creates a risk of physical harm to those working...
July 9, 2026
Frank Borelli
The TOUGHBOOK 56 test unit often found itself on the dirty hood of a Jeep... shown in the garage but tested on dirt roads.
Through rigorous testing, including multiple drop tests and temperature challenges, the TOUGHBOOK 56 proved to be resilient and dependable, exceeding standard expectations and...
July 8, 2026
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Close-combat firearms training
Research on memory, stress and motor learning suggests many police training programs reward short-term performance while failing to build skills that endure under real-world pressure...
July 8, 2026

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The T500 body camera measures less than 3'x2'x1.5'
The article details the testing process of the T500 body worn camera, emphasizing its simple setup, versatile mounting options, intuitive interface, and the seamless integration...
July 2, 2026
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Point Blank FAS G4 Armor System
Field testing found the Point Blank FAS G4 armor system remained comfortable and stable during extended wear in both external and concealed configurations.
June 10, 2026
Veritone Redact
Veritone Redact automatically identifies potentially private, or sources of such information. Face, two screens.
Veritone Redact helps law enforcement automatically blur sensitive details in video and audio, significantly reducing the time required for FOIA requests and court releases.
June 2, 2026
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SoundThinking's PlateRanger ALPR
SoundThinking's innovative AI-powered ALPR system turns surveillance cameras into proactive tools, enabling quick identification and tracking of wanted vehicles.
May 28, 2026

Honoring the Fallen

Body camera footage of Medina County deputies under fire during ambush
Newly released body camera footage shows Medina County sheriff's deputies coming under fire and taking cover while responding to a break-in and shots-fired call that left Rittman...
July 7, 2026
Schenectady County sheriff's K-9 Leonidas
Leonidas, an eight-year veteran K-9 with the Schenectady County Sheriff's Office, died of heat exhaustion after the temperature-monitoring and alarm systems in a deputy's vehicle...
July 6, 2026
Rittman, OH, Police Department
Rittman Police Sgt. Scott Ries
Rittman Police Sgt. Scott Ries was killed and two others were injured after responding to a disturbance and shots-fired call at a home where investigators later found the suspected...
July 6, 2026
Fresno County, CA, Sheriff's Office
Fresno County Sheriff's Office K-9 Santi
A Fresno County Sheriff's Office K-9 was killed in an apparent hit-and-run after illegal fireworks startled the dog, causing him to jump a fence and run into the roadway.
July 6, 2026