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Newsby Staff WriterJanuary 28, 2013

Former Wash. Cop 'Failed' Polygraph, Sues Over Job Loss

A former Snohomish (Wash.) Police sergeant sued the county sheriff, after he was denied a job with the agency following a polygraph test.

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Newsby Staff WriterJanuary 28, 2013

Wis. Sheriff: 911 No Longer Best Option

Milwaukee County Sheriff David A. Clarke Jr. urged citizens to arm themselves rather than calling 911 and waiting for a police response in a radio ad that has drawn criticism from elected leaders.

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Newsby Staff WriterJanuary 28, 2013

Video: Bank Robbers Open Fire on Texas Cop from Van

New dash-cam footage shows bank robbery suspects opening fire on a Fort Bend County (Texas) Sheriff's deputy with an AK-47 during a May 2010 pursuit. During the trial of the getaway driver, Deputy Charlie Scott's patrol car video was released that showed the harrowing encounter.

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Newsby Staff WriterJanuary 28, 2013

Fla. Sheriff: Man Stole 166 Manhole Covers

Polk County Sheriff's detectives arrested a central Florida man Thursday and accused him of stealing 166 manhole covers to sell as scrap metal.

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Newsby Staff WriterJanuary 23, 2013

L.A. Supervisors Attack Sheriff for 'Stealing' Police Resources

Los Angeles County supervisors Tuesday said Sheriff Lee Baca's suspension of deputy overtime has dramatically reduced patrol operations and jeopardized public safety.

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Newsby Staff WriterJanuary 21, 2013

Off-Duty Cop Shoots Ore. Deputy

A 13-year veteran of the Hillsboro (Ore.) Police Department is accused of attempted aggravated murder after an incident at his Forest Grove residence that left a Washington County Sheriff's deputy injured late Sunday.

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Newsby Staff WriterJanuary 21, 2013

S.C. SRO Saves Student After Asthma Attack

Richland County (S.C.) Sheriff Leon Lott recognized Dent Middle School Resource Officer (SRO) Donna Tucker on Wednesday for her quick actions that helped save a student's life.

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Photo Galleriesby Staff WriterJanuary 11, 2013

Las Vegas Police Anniversary Badges

Special police badges have become a more common sight especially in larger agencies. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department issues anniversary badges every five years to boost officer morale and honor the agency's heritage. The agency emerged in 1973 from a merger of the Las Vegas Police Department and Clark County Sheriff's Department. The agency also produced a 9/11 badge commemorating the officers who helped in New York. View these badges, which were designed by Jimmy Smith, co-founder of an agency museum, and produced by Sun Badge Company. Photos courtesy of Sun Badge.

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Articlesby Melanie BasichJanuary 11, 2013

Micro-Times' Attic Clear Extendable Pole

Attic Clear was developed in response to a customer request. It all began when Micro-Times owner and CEO Tony Leonti got a call from Rich Burdick, a lieutenant with the Palm Beach County (Fla.) Sheriff's Office.

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Newsby Staff WriterJanuary 9, 2013

Sheriff Joe's Armed 'Posse' to Patrol Schools

The Maricopa County (Ariz.) Sheriff's Office has launched an initiative where nearly 500 armed volunteers will patrol the areas around 59 schools in unincorporated areas and communities served by the department.

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