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Washington’s new use of force laws changing training, weapons

Police researchers, tactical experts believe the limits on force options may have unintended consequences August 28, 2021 By Mike Carter - The Seattle Times SEATTLE —...

John McNesby – President of FOP Lodge #5 in Philly is a fierce fighter for his members.

The police union leader has one of the most difficult union tours in the nation, he takes the task on with great vigor. ...

Philadelphia mayor rejects calls to bring in National Guard to address crime wave: ‘Not respectful’

Homicides are up 24.5% and shootings are up 25.4% so far this year in Philadelphia as the city grapples with a spiraling crime wave, according to data from the...

Baltimore cops, firefighters must serve 5 more years before retirement benefits

Police and fire unions voiced frustration after a court ruling upheld the city’s right to raise the retirement age August 17, 2021 By: By Jessica...

Mich. governor proposes $75M to hire more cops, combat crime

The proposal would use emergency COVID-19 funds to hire more officers, crack down on illegal firearms and expand training August 17, 2021 - Credit The...

Chicago cops turn their backs on Mayor Lori Lightfoot at hospital

A group of nearly 30 Chicago police officers turned their backs on Mayor Lori Lightfoot as she approached them at a vigil after two...

Fla. governor proposes stiff penalties on protesters committing illegal acts

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis attends an event with President Donald Trump on the environment at the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse and Museum, Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2020, in Jupiter, Fla. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

Senator’s call to disarm Mass. cops of ‘weapons of war’ draws criticism from police union

Incumbent U.S. Sen. Edward Markey speaks, Tuesday, Sept. 1, 2020, in Malden, Mass., after defeating U.S. Rep. Joe Kennedy III in the Massachusetts Democratic Senate primary. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer)

Portland mayor orders police to stop using tear gas on protest crowds!

The Portland Police declared the protest a riot after multiple Molotov cocktails were thrown from the crowd in the direction of the police. (Beth Nakamura/The Oregonian/Beth Nakamura/The Oregonian)

Rochester police chief, entire command staff step down after death of Daniel Prude

Credit - Doha Madani and Dennis Romero, NBC News• September 8, 2020 The chief and entire command staff of the police department...

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