By Christian MartinezThe San Diego Union-TribuneSAN DIEGO — The San Diego Police Department indicated that it would not adopt restrictive pursuit policies recommended by the city’s oversight board last year in the wake of multiple police chases that resulted in fatalities, including the deaths of...
NEW ORLEANS — Super Bowl LIX became a moment of reflection Sunday as first responders who responded to the deadly New Year’s Day terror attack on Bourbon Street were honored in a powerful on-field tribute.The ceremony paid tribute to the 14 victims killed when a...
By Chris Sheldonnj.comMONMOUTH COUNTY, N.J. — A 11-year-old boy was rescued Monday afternoon after he fell through the ice of a Monmouth County lake.West Long Branch Patrolman Dave Brosonski was called to Franklin Lake in the borough at 2:41 p.m. and found the child stranded...
By Don SweeneyMerced Sun-Star (Merced, Calif.)DOUGLAS COUNTY, Colo. — An accused burglar who discovered his pickup truck missing called 911 to find out what happened to it, Colorado sheriff’s officials reported.Deputies, who had earlier seized the truck as evidence, met the caller and arrested him,...
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Editor’s Note: We are looking for America’s longest-serving law enforcement officer. Does your department have a member that has served more than 50 or 60 years? If yes, send us a note!By Michelle DillonJacksonville Daily Progress, TexasJACKSONVILLE, Texas — Bill Avera recently marked his 50th...
Caitlyn FreemanThe Seattle TimesSEATTLE — More than 500 eggs were stolen from a cafe near Seattle on Wednesday morning.The thieves hit the Luna Park Cafe in West Seattle, located on Southwest Avalon Way, around 4:42 a.m., according to Seattle police.Security footage shows two men entering...
Maxine Bernsteinoregonlive.comPORTLAND — For more than 30 years, Portland police officers have packed up the rocks of confiscated crystal meth, baggies of weed and blocks of powdered fentanyl and made the 38-mile trek to Marion County .There, Oregon’s only municipal waste incinerator has burned them...
By Caroline SilvaThe Atlanta Journal-ConstitutionROSWELL, Ga. — A suspect is in custody after an officer was fatally shot Friday evening at a Roswell shopping complex, police said.The shooting happened in the parking lot in the 1400 block of Market Boulevard off Holcomb Bridge Road. Officers...
PRESS RELEASENEW ORLEANS — As New Orleans prepares to host football’s biggest event, T-Mobile is stepping up to ensure first responders, public safety officials and fans stay connected with enhanced network capabilities, dedicated emergency support and advanced security measures.Live Support Inside Critical Command Centers The...