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News•by Staff Writer•December 16, 2005

Most Prisoners Don’t Take College Classes

Fewer than five percent of prisoners nationwide are currently enrolled in college classes, according to a new report from the Institute for Higher Education Policy. The report includes recommendations to increase prisoner participation in postsecondary education as a means to reduce recidivism by providing inmates with career skills.

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News•by Staff Writer•December 16, 2005

Law Enforcement Training Association Announces Schedule for Annual Conference and Expo

The International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association (ILEETA)2006 Conference and Expo is scheduled for April 25–26 in the Chicago suburb of Arlington, Ill.

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News•by Staff Writer•December 8, 2005

Local Company Donates K-9s to Florida Agency

The streets of Sanford, Fla., just got safer thanks to two new four-legged “officers.” Local landscapers The Girard Companies donated two K-9s—a Labrador retriever and a German shepherd—to the Sanford Police Department’s K-9 unit.

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News•by Staff Writer•December 1, 2005

California Court Denies Clemency for Williams

The California Supreme Court refused Wednesday to halt the scheduled execution of convicted killer Stanley “Tookie” Williams, the Crips gang founder who became an anti-gang activist while in prison and whose supporters claim has redeemed himself.

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Products•December 1, 2005

Otis Products Elite Gun-Cleaning System

Otis’ Elite gun-cleaning system is designed to maintain all rifles, shotguns, and pistols, .177 thru 10 gauge. The Elite system includes the #710 and #110 small caliber cleaning system and Otis’ entire line of bronze bore and chamber-cleaning brushes. All of the components are neatly stored in a black nylon case which features a lining treated to prevent rust and comes with a lock for secure storage of pistols.

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Articles•by Scott Smith•December 1, 2005

Springfield Armory X-Treme Duty Semi-Auto Pistols

Back in the late 1990s, a new polymer pistol called the HS 2000 hit the market. Made in Croatia by I.M. Metal, the HS 2000 suffered from poor marketing, a poor supply of holsters and accessories, and ultimately, poor sales.

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Articles•by Scott Smith•December 1, 2005

Gerber Legendary Blades LMF II Fixed-Blade Knife

If you ask me, it seems like Gerber Legendary Blades is really dialed in to the hard-use duty knife market. The company is obviously listening to the requests of real world cops, soldiers, and other operators. Otherwise, how can you explain the new Gerber LMF II fixed blade?

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News•by Staff Writer•November 23, 2005

Agencies Prepare for Busy Thanksgiving Weekend

While families travel across the country and gather together for countless helpings of turkey, cranberry sauce, and Aunt Millie’s eggnog, police officers brace themselves for the beginning of the busy holiday travel period, often punctuated by party revelers speeding and driving under the influence.

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News•by Staff Writer•November 10, 2005

Lawsuit Challenges Handgun Ban in San Francisco

Gun owners and advocates wasted little time Wednesday in challenging San Francisco's newly enacted prohibition on handgun possession by filing a lawsuit in the same court that tossed out a local handgun ban 23 years ago and vowing to, if necessary, use shotguns to protect themselves.

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News•by Staff Writer•November 10, 2005

Retired Marine Helps Americans Send Gifts to Troops

Americans who want to send gifts to military personnel serving in Iraq or Afghanistan this holiday season may want to contact Jack McHugh.

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