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California Department Reinstating K-9 Program Has Fun on Facebook

The Mount Shasta (CA) Police Department had some fun on social media in announcing on social media that the agency is reinstating its K-9 program.

August 30, 2019

The Mount Shasta Police Department had some fun on social media in announcing on social media that the agency is reinstating its K-9 program.

Colorado Motor Officer Injured in Motorcycle Crash

A motor officer with the Denver Police Department was seriously injured in a traffic collision on an Interstate on Tuesday night.

August 29, 2019

Iowa Department Announces Return of Bike Patrol

The Sioux City Police Department on Monday announced that it would be assigning some of its officers to bicycle patrol.

August 27, 2019

LAPD and LASD Equip 180 SWAT Officers With Team Wendy Helmets

The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) and the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD) have purchased Team Wendy's EXFIL Ballistic SL helmet for their tactical teams.

August 27, 2019

Illinois Trooper Fatally Shot While Serving Warrant

A trooper with the Illinois State Police was shot and killed while serving a warrant on Friday evening.

August 26, 2019

Trooper Nicholas Hopkins was with other members of the Emergency Response Team making entry into a home when he was shot by an occupant during an exchange of gunfire.

California K-9 Dies in Hot Car While Off Duty

K-9 Ozzie's handler was off duty when he found the dog deceased in a department issued patrol vehicle, which is equipped with an alert system that signals to the handler when the interior temperature gets too hot. It is suspected that the alert system failed to activate.

August 26, 2019

K-9 Ozzie's handler was off duty when he found the dog in deceased in a department issued patrol vehicle, which is equipped with an alert system that signals to the handler when the interior temperature gets too hot. It is suspected that the alert system failed to activate.

Illinois Trooper Shot, Suffered Life-Threatening Injuries Executing Search Warrant

An Illinois State Police trooper was shot and suffered life-threatening injuries executing a search warrant in East St. Louis early Friday, leading to a standoff at a house in a residential neighborhood.

August 23, 2019

Illinois State Police

California State Parks Commemorates 50th Anniversary of K-9 Program

California State Parks is commemorating the 50th anniversary of its K-9 program.

August 22, 2019

California State Parks is commemorating the 50th anniversary of its K-9 program. At an event held at Hearst San Simeon State Historical Monument late last week, eight K-9 teams from across the state showcased live demonstrations that included obedience, detection, and protection skills.

Texas K-9 Suffers Non-Life-Threatening Gunshot Wounds

A Lubbock Police Department K-9 and a 14-year-old gunman suffered non-life-threatening gunshot wounds during an early morning gunfight following a vehicle and foot police pursuit on Tuesday.

August 22, 2019

K-9 Max was shot on duty and is now recovering.

Virginia Department Welcomes Newly Sworn Officers, K-9

Officers with the Prince George County Police Department welcomed two new officers and a new K-9 to its ranks on Monday.

August 21, 2019

K-9 Valor has joined the ranks of the Prince George County Police Department.

Florida Department Mourns Loss of K-9

Officers with the St. Petersburg Police Department are mourning the loss of K-9 Ares, who was put down by a veterinarian on Saturday night.

August 20, 2019

K-9 Ares worked alongside Officer Jon Vazquez for six and a half years.

North Carolina K-9 Struck, Killed by Car While Chasing Suspect

A K-9 with the Greensboro (NC) Police Department was struck and killed by a car while chasing a suspect on Friday night.

August 19, 2019

K-9 Rambo was struck and killed by a car while chasing a suspect.

Nebraska Police Helicopter Crashes, Crewmembers Suffer Minor Injuries

Two pilots with the Omaha (NE) Police Department suffered minor injuries when the helicopter they were flying had a power loss as it was about to land.

August 19, 2019

Two pilots with the Omaha (NE) Police Department suffered minor injuries when the helicopter they were flying had a power loss as it was about to land.

Houston Motor Officer Struck, Suffers Non-Life-Threatening Injuries

A motor officer with the Houston Police Department was struck and injured by a pickup truck on Saturday night, leaving the officer with non-life-threatening injuries.

August 19, 2019

Video: Commissioner Talked to Suspect to End Philadelphia Standoff

To end a lengthy Philadelphia standoff that left six officers shot and wounded, Police Commissioner Richard Ross used some "unorthodox" tactics, including speaking directly with the suspect.

August 15, 2019

Police Commissioner Richard Ross took the unusual step of speaking directly with the suspect to help end the standoff.

Illinois Department Welcomes New K-9, Asks Public for Name Suggestions

The Galesburg (IL) Police Department announced on social media that it has recently welcomed a new K-9 to its ranks and would like help coming up with a name.

August 15, 2019

The Galesburg (IL) Police Department announced on social media that it has recently welcomed a new K-9 to its ranks and is requesting help deciding on a name.

Philadelphia Suspect in Custody After Hours-Long Standoff, 6 Wounded Officers OK

The suspect in Wednesday's hours-long standoff in Philadelphia in which six officers were shot surrendered to authorities just after midnight Thursday, exiting the residence with his hands in the air.

August 14, 2019

Multiple Officers Wounded, 1 Critical in North Philadelphia Shooting

One of the officers was reportedly shot in the head and is in critical condition. The critically wounded officer was reportedly conscious when he was taken from the scene.

August 14, 2019

Philadelphia officers outside a home where a standoff is under way. Six officers have been shot. The wounds are reportedly non-life threatening. (Photo: ABC 6 Screen Shot from Live Coverage)

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