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The latest episode talks about a man who tried to steal an ATM with an excavator because he had a brother as a bad boss. Plus, we look at a city keeping its police force, drop some science and see if you have any Grey Poupon.

The Lineup: When Stealing an ATM Beats Working for Your Brother

Lt. Frank Borelli (ret), Editorial Director

April 25, 2025

In this episode, an Idaho man tries to steal an ATM with an excavator because his brother is a bad boss. Plus, we look at a city keeping its police force, drop some science and...

The owner of a sports nutrition store tried to get a 40-year-old man wanted on a warrant involving lewd acts with a child to surrender before he was fatally shot in an exchange of gunfire with Modesto police.

Video: Dozens of Shots Fired Between Calif. Police, Armed Suspect

April 25, 2025

While assisting officers with the pursuit of a stolen vehicle, a veteran St. Louis police officer crashed with another vehicle in an intersection, suffering serious injuries, including a possible broken femur.

Cruiser Catches Fire with St. Louis Police Officer Inside after Chase Crash

April 25, 2025

After the promising results of a four-day workweek pilot program, Sante Fe County Sheriff Adan Mendoza said he would like to implement a “4/8/40” work schedule — four eight-hour shifts and eight hours of administrative leave per week — across his entire agency..

N.M. Sheriff: 4-Day Workweek Pilot Program Created Positive Results

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Although the specifics still need to be hammered out, a preliminary draft of the Chicago Police Department's new policy doesn't eliminate pretextual stops, but it stresses that there needs to be a balance between catching crooks and

Chicago Police Rolls Out 1st Draft of New Traffic Stop Policy

April 25, 2025

An 8-year-old boy with autism and a love of local law enforcement got a visit from his heroes when three Humboldt police officers spent time with the boy while he recovered from

Fan Service: Tenn. Police Officers Visit 8-Year-Old Supporter after Surgery

April 25, 2025

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“Law enforcement needs partners at every level of government and decisions like this — made without warning or input — undermine that partnership,” said a New Jersey police union about the cuts to federal law enforcement grants.

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A proposal to shut down the Allegan Police Department to free up money for infrastructure projects was scrapped by city officials thanks to public backlash over the proposal.

Community Pushback Saves Mich. Police Department from Elimination

April 24, 2025

The Axon Awards recognize excellence in building a sustainable future for public safety. We’re honored to announce our 2025 Axon Awards winners — individuals whose courage and leadership inspire us to build a safer world

Announcing the 2025 Axon Award Winners

April 24, 2025

A Bismarck police officer suffered an injured knee when he was struck by an SUV and launched several feet over a snow bank into a fence by a fleeing driver, who was fatally shot by another officer.

Watch N.D. Police Stop Fleeing Driver who Struck Officer with SUV

April 24, 2025

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When Fairfax County police pulled over a driver for speeding in Fair Oaks, the armed suspect became combative with officers before pulling his gun from its holster and opening fire before he was fatally shot.

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Despite being shot and wounded by a Chandler police officer during a traffic stop, a woman brandishing an apparent sword stole a cruiser and fled, leading to a chase that finally ended in Kentucky.

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April 24, 2025

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CoolFire Trainer System Provides Safe, Practical Dry-Fire Solution

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A bill approved by Clark County commissioners would extend a property tax levy to 2057, and failure of the measure to become law would mean loss of $160 million to Las Vegas' police force.

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County Officials OK Extending Tax Funds to Pay for Las Vegas Police Salaries

April 21, 2025

You've just become a first-level supervisor for the first time. Now what do you do? Here are five things to consider as you transition to this new leadership position.

5 Tips to Give a Jump Start for First-Time Police Supervisors

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The Muskogee Police Department will continue to keep officers at Hilldale Public Schools through the school year, but a staffing shortage could keep them away for the start of the 2026 school year.

Staff Shortage Could Force Okla. Police to Pull School Resource Officers

April 16, 2025

The new course offered in the Officer Virtual Academy looks at the difference between conscious and subconscious decision-making, as well as their pros and cons.

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New Officer Virtual Academy Class Talks Contextual Decision-Making

April 10, 2025

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A man accused of spray-painting cars was apprehended by Las Vegas police after he was spotted by the department's aviation unit and officers were able to chase him down after he tried to flee on foot.

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Video: Las Vegas Police Helicopter Helps Nab Suspect Spray-Painting Cars

April 24, 2025

A Manatee County sheriff's deputy was turning into the agency's Operations Center when a pickup truck veered into oncoming traffic and struck the cruiser, overturning the vehicle and knocking the deputy unconcious.

Video: Accused Drunk Driver Crashes Head-On into Fla. Deputy

April 23, 2025

A 39-year-old man exchanged gunfire with New Orleans police during a four-hour standoff in the French Quarter that ensued after the suspect allegedly killed his roommates.

Watch La. Police Try to Deescalate Tense Standoff with Murder Suspect

April 23, 2025

A man is accused of pointing a gun at Chicago police as officers tried to deescalate a domestic disturbance call, and a female was able to escape before officers opened fire, fatally shooting the suspect.

Video: Chicago Police Give Female Chance to Flee Gunman During Call

April 23, 2025

Of all the ATMs in all the towns in the world, this man with a stolen excavator had to try to take an ATM that sits next to the DeFuniak Springs police station.

Suspect Tries to Use Stolen Excavator to Steal ATM Near Idaho Police Station

April 23, 2025

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“The court finds that the defendant is irretrievably depraved, permanently incorrigible, irreparably corrupt and beyond any rehabilitation,

2022 Ill. Parade Shooter Sentenced to Life in Prison Without Parole

April 24, 2025

New Mexico State Police Officer Justin Hare was shot and killed in March 2024 when he was ambushed by Jaremy Smith after Hare stopped to help Smith with a flat tire

N.M. State Police Officer's Killer Sentenced to Life: 'Act of Evil'

April 23, 2025

A man armed with a gun was fatally shot by Colorado Springs police officers after the suspect allegedly broke into vehicles and threatened community members in the parking lot of across from the downtown post office.

Bodycam: Colo. Police Stop Gunman Threatening Bystanders in Parking Lot

April 22, 2025

While responding to a domestic dispute with an armed individual, Charleston police confronted and fatally shot a man who pointed a gun at officers.

Video: Man Draws on S.C. Police Officers During Domestic Feud Call

April 22, 2025

Vehicles & Fleet

West Palm Beach police were responding to a traffic incident, and an officer was getting into his cruiser when an SUV struck the vehicle and didn't stop.

Fla. Police Officer on Roadside Injured in Hit-and-Run Crash

April 22, 2025

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Knox, one of six Roanoke police K-9s trained to apprehend suspects, was rushed to an emergency veterinarian's office after he was struck by a cruiser while pursuing a driver who fled on foot when his allegedly stolen vehicle broke down during a chase.

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April 21, 2025

Arkansas State Police Trooper Christian Ramirez needed surgery after he was involved in a crash while responding to a three-vehicle accident during a heavy downpour near Hot Springs Village

Ark. State Police Trooper Seriously Injured in Crash During Storm

April 21, 2025

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Dawson County Sheriff's Deputy Jesse Perez was conducting a traffic stop in Lamesa when debris from a passing commercial vehicle struck him, and he later died at the hospital.

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Mikal Mahdi was sentenced to death after he ambushed and executed Orangeburg Department of Public Safety Capt. James Myers during a 2004 five-state crime spree that also left a gas station clerk dead.

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