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Atlanta Police Introduce New Uniforms for 2026 World Cup
Chief Darin Schierbaum said the new uniforms are made of a lightweight fabric with four-way stretch, UV protection, and ventilation to make officers more comfortable in the Atlanta heat.
August 4, 2025
Atlanta Police officers model the new uniforms the agency is adopting in advance of hosting nine 2026 FIFA World Cup games.
Command
Maine Reserve Officer Detained by ICE for Visa Violation
Old Orchard Beach Police Chief Elise Chard said in a statement that Jon Luke Evans was hired in May as a “summer reserve officer.”
July 29, 2025
Command
New York Boy Sworn in as “Sheriff for the Day”
Wyatt will soon receive a kidney transplant and the donor is the wife of a Suffolk County correction officer.
July 23, 2025
Kidney failure patient Wyatt atop a Suffolk County Sheriff's Office motorcycle and surrounded by Sheriff Errol Toulon Jr. and deputies.
Vehicle Ops
3 Reasons Law Enforcement Fleets Can’t (and Shouldn’t) Skimp on Slide Outs
Adrian Extendobed
When officers can’t access their gear quickly, lives are on the line. That’s why slide outs aren’t just nice to have — they’re essential. From maximizing space to reducing response times and preventing injuries, here are three reasons law enforcement fleets shouldn’t skimp on this critical upgrade.
July 18, 2025
Slide outs provide officers with ample space to bring what’s needed to a scene.
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2 Louisiana Chiefs, Former Chief Arrested on Federal Visa Fraud Charges
If convicted, the defendants each face a sentence of up to 5 years in prison on the conspiracy charge and up to 10 years on the visa fraud charges.
July 16, 2025
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Maine Agency Apologizes for Using AI to Edit Evidence Photo Posted on Facebook
"Unbeknownst to anyone, when the app added the patch, it altered the packaging and some of the other attributes on the photograph. None of us caught it or realized it,” the Westbrook PD said.
July 2, 2025
This combination of the two images side by side was posted on Facebook by the Westbrook PD. The image on the left is the original photo. The image on the right is the photo edited using ChatGPT.
Command
Guest Op-Ed: State Control of Local Police Departments Has Merit
We need to ask whether traditional local control still serves the public interest, or whether it is time to consider expanded state oversight of municipal agencies.
June 17, 2025
Louis F. Quijas
Command
Video: Florida Chiefs Celebrate Father’s Day with Dad Joke Duel
The dad joke duel was recorded and is now a viral video with 1.9 million views on Facebook as of press time.
June 16, 2025
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Command
Law Enforcement Disaster Resilience Begins with Communications
The new “Disaster Preparation & Response Guide” from POLICE and its sister publications at Bobit Business Media addresses the unique needs of law enforcement operations.
June 9, 2025
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Command
Georgia Sheriff Negotiates Peaceful End to Hostage Situation in Station Lobby
The hostage was a Lyft driver who picked up the suspect in Hall County. During the drive to Dawson County, the suspect reportedly threatened the driver with a knife and demanded to be taken directly to the Dawson County Sheriff's Office.
June 5, 2025
Command
Honolulu Police Chief Announces Retirement
Chief Arthur J. Logan joined the Honolulu Police Department in 1982.
June 4, 2025
Command
FBI Reports Active Shooter Incidents Down 50% Last Year
In 2024, the FBI designated 24 shootings as active shooter incidents, compared to 48 incidents in 2023, according to the “2024 Active Shooter Incidents in the United States” report.
June 4, 2025
Command
Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Chief Announces Retirement
Chief Johnny Jennings joined the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Department in 1992. He was sworn in as chief in 2020.
May 27, 2025
Command
Florida Sheriff Has Man Who Allegedly Threatened Him Flown Across Country and Arrested
“Look me in the eye and tell me why you want me dead,” the sheriff ordered after introducing himself to the suspect.
May 22, 2025
Volusia County, Florida, Sheriff Mike Chitwood confronts a Washington man who allegedly threatened his life.
Webinars
A Data-Driven Approach to Police Fleet Maintenance
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Learn how Geotab can help your police department move from reactive repairs to proactive maintenance, ultimately lowering costs, improving officer safety and maximizing the performance of your fleet.
June 19, 2025
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Residents of Virginia Town Reject Plan to Dissolve Police Department
Purcellville has found itself around $50 million in the red following the construction of a major wastewater treatment facility, and the council sought to tighten the budget by disbanding the police department.
April 23, 2025
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New Mexico Sheriff Found Dead at Home
Rio Arriba County deputies found Sheriff Sheriff Billy Merrifield dead at his home Sunday. The death is under investigation by the New Mexico State Police.
April 22, 2025
Rio Arriba County (New Mexico) Sheriff Billy Merrifield died unexpectedly at home. He was found by deputies Sunday.
Command
Officer Shortage Could Force Oklahoma Agency to End SRO Program
Muskogee Police have two recruiting classes a year and only get 1-2 officers for each. Plus, agencies across the state are all pulling for the same limited qualified candidates, making hiring even tougher.
April 16, 2025
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