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Newsby Staff WriterMay 16, 2019

NFL Players Visit Police Academy as Part of National Police Week

Patrick Mahomes—along with quarterbacks Chad Henne and Chase Litton—were shown numerous pieces of equipment and givena demonstration on some of the tactics police use to keep the community safe.

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Newsby David GriffithMay 15, 2019

Video: Trump Praises Courage of Fallen at Police Week Ceremony

Trump closed out his speech, saying: "Your loved ones were the finest and the bravest. They did not run. They did not hide. They answered the call."

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Newsby Staff WriterMay 14, 2019

SIG Sauer Releases Commemorative Pistols to Benefit National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund

The commemorative SIG Sauer pistols include a 1911 Nitron, 1911 Stainless, and P320 Carry that are exclusively engraved to honor law enforcement, and a portion of the proceeds from the sale of each pistol will be donated to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund.

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Newsby Staff WriterMay 14, 2019

Airline Honors Fallen Colorado Officer on Flight to Police Week

In honor of Deputy Sheriff Heath McDonald Gumm of the Adams County Sheriff's Office—who was shot and killed during a foot pursuit in January 2018—the cabin crew placed Thin Blue Line flags on every passenger seat and re-designated the flight number to Gumm's call sign.

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Newsby Staff WriterMay 10, 2019

Florida Boy Running 1 Mile for Each Fallen Officer from 2018 and 2019

In January, Cartledge vowed to run 148 miles to pay tribute to the 148 police officers who died last year in the line of duty. In addition, the 10-year-old said he will run an additional mile for every officer and other first responders killed this year.

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Newsby Staff WriterMay 9, 2019

NC School District Letting Students Out Early to Honor Fallen Officer

All students in the Iredell-Statesville Schools in North Carolina will be given an excused absence Friday if they want to leave classes early to participate in events honoring Mooresville Police Officer Jordan Sheldon, who was killed during a traffic stop.

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Newsby Staff WriterMay 8, 2019

Texas Department to Host 5K Run to Honor Fallen Officers

The Laredo (TX) Police Department will host a 5K run and walk as a means of honoring fallen officers and helping the community become better connected with the police who serve them.

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Newsby Staff WriterMay 8, 2019

Video: Dozens Gather for Ohio K-9's "Final Walk" to the Vet

Officer Eric Nicholson gathered Klink in his arms—the dog wrapped in a Thin Blue Line flag—and made the animal's final walk as officers stood in salute and citizens stood in support.

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Newsby Staff WriterMay 6, 2019

North Carolina Department "Overwhelmed" by Community Support Following LODD

Officer Sheldon was shot and later died Saturday night after he pulled over 28-year-old Michael Aldana during a traffic stop.

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Articlesby Kerry Avery, M.Ed.April 17, 2019

The First Line Behind the Front Line: Effects of a Line-of-Duty Death on Spouses

Being in relationship or married to a police officer makes you the first line of support. When spouses accept this role they know it comes with some sacrifices, but what they often don't realize is their well-being may not be considered by friends, family members, or even the agency.

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