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Newsby Staff WriterJanuary 13, 2020

Texas Agency Moves to Load-Bearing Vests to Mitigate Duty Belt Injuries

Officers with the Austin (TX) Police Department will soon be outfitted with custom-designed load-bearing vests (LBVs) to secure some of their duty gear that is now carried on their duty belts.

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Articlesby Dave SmithOctober 18, 2019

Dave Smith: How Times Have Changed…or Not?

With so many advances in equipment and tactics, why haven't more agencies adopted better ways for officers to carry gear on their bodies?

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Articlesby J.D. DoughertyOctober 18, 2019

Officer Fitness: The Drag Move

Pulling heavy objects is effective as a strength and endurance builder.

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Inside the Badge by Doug WyllieOctober 4, 2019

Pink Patches: How Police Agencies Are Fighting Breast Cancer

The Pink Patch Program—a public awareness campaign designed to bring attention to the fight against breast cancer and to support breast cancer research organizations—has raised more than $1M for cancer research and treatment.

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Newsby Staff WriterOctober 4, 2019

Texas DPS Sets Maximum Waistline Measurements for Officers

Some officers with the Texas Department of Public Safety may have to slim down if they wish to keep their jobs with the agency.

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Articlesby J.D. DoughertySeptember 10, 2019

When to Work Out

The time of day you exercise makes a difference, so plan for it.

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Newsby Staff WriterJuly 19, 2019

Ohio Department HQ Dealing with Mold Problem

Officers and police leaders with the Worthington (OH) Police Department are dealing with a mold problem discovered in vents and air ducts at the agency's headquarters building.

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Newsby Staff WriterJuly 17, 2019

5.11 Partners With Spartan for Obstacle Course Races

5.11 Tactical has announced its partnership with Spartan, an obstacle race and endurance brand. 5.11 is the Official Tactical Gear Partner of the 2019 Spartan Honor Series and will be on site with activations at each of the remaining stops within the contiguous Unites States this Summer and Fall.

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Articlesby J.D. DoughertyJuly 8, 2019

Officer Fitness: Burst Training

HIIT exercises can power you through your shifts.

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Newsby Staff WriterJune 13, 2019

House Committee Passes Bill Extending Benefits for 9/11 First Responders

Following Tuesday's emotional testimony by cancer-stricken 9/11 first responders and comedian Jon Stewart, the House Judiciary Committee unanimously passed a bill Wednesday to extend funding for the September 11th Victims Compensation Fund.

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