An armored Kentucky State Police vehicle played a key role in rescuing Adair County sheriff's deputies and a civilian who had been pinned down by gunfire for hours during a tense standoff with an armed suspect.

Flock Safety is rolling out new privacy, accountability and security measures, including a recommended seven-day ALPR data retention period, mandatory audit safeguards and expanded controls over data sharing between agencies.

Atlanta police used video evidence and license plate reader technology to track a theft suspect, who fled across Interstate 75 before an officer ran through traffic to arrest him.

The latest episode takes a look at a Dallas police friendly fire incident that the chief says the department will turn into a teaching moment. Plus other police news and headlines.

A standoff in Prosperity ended with a suspect in custody after authorities said he pointed a firearm at officers, destroyed a police drone and injured a K-9.

Citing budget challenges, the Sneads Town Council voted to shut down the town's police department and transfer law enforcement services to the Jackson County Sheriff's Office.

The New Orleans City Council unanimously approved a measure requiring quarterly public reports on police drone operations as the department moves forward with plans to expand its Drone as First Responder program.

St. Paul's proposed 2027 budget would eliminate vacant police positions, reduce authorized staffing levels and could result in the department's first demotions in 20 years.

A recently passed New York City law will require the NYPD to publicly disclose incidents in which a gun is fired but no one is struck, expanding transparency around gun violence data.

The latest episode discusses the recent rash of thefts and vandalism of Flock license plate reader cameras, including a Minnesota city that had all of their cameras stolen. Plus, other police news and headlines.

The nomination period is now open for the 2026 OFFICER Station Design Awards, with entry forms and completed portfolios due by Aug. 14.

OFFICER Media Group launches the 2027 State of the Industry Projection Survey. Complete the survey by Aug. 7 for a chance to win Damascus Gear gloves or a D-Flex Upper Body Protector. 

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Recruiting bonuses and new facilities can't solve staffing shortages if poor leadership is driving officers out the door, making retention and workplace culture critical priorities for agencies.

From firearms ranges to defensive tactics gyms, dehydration and sodium loss may be undermining attention, decision-making and skill development long before instructors recognize a problem.