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‘Never seen it as bad as it is now’: Law enforcement brass shine spotlight on police suicides
Police suicides, according to Blue H.E.L.P., a nonprofit organization that’s tracked these figures since 2016, are responsible for more deaths than occur in the line of duty each year.
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Smollett case tests relationship between police, prosecutors
When prosecutors dropped the charges that accused Jussie Smollett of orchestrating a fake attack, the outrage was swift and overwhelming.
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Baltimore officer moonlights as ‘Saint, the Rapping Cop’
When Officer Joshua Jackson clocks out of his shift with Baltimore Police Department’s Central District, he becomes “Saint, the Rapping Cop” — a recording artist who writes rap songs about his passion for law enforcement.
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Ex-employee arrested in Baltimore Restaurant Depot shooting
A Baltimore man who was previously shot by police has been arrested in connection with a shooting at a warehouse where he used to work.
4 months ago -
County to replace police guns at risk of misfire, failure
The County Council entered an emergency contract with Pennsylvania-based Atlantic Tactical last month for new Glock 17 Gen5 pistols. The contract still needs council review.
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National Law Enforcement Museum hopes to encourage dialogue, education
The National Law Enforcement Museum opened Saturday in the District, offering interactive forensics exhibits, a 911 call center and even a hall of remembrance. D.C. Police Chief Peter Newsham said he hopes the museum will help bridge the gap between law enforcement and the community.
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WATCH: Construction timelapse of the National Law Enforcement Museum
A new timelapse covers the entire construction of the National Law Enforcement Museum in D.C.’s Judiciary Square, from start to finish.
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Amid high crime, Baltimore sheriff starts Friday foot patrol
Amid high levels of crime in Baltimore, the city’s sheriff’s office is beginning a new Friday foot patrol in select districts.
6 months ago -
Officer named in Baltimore police corruption trial resigns
A Baltimore County officer and former Baltimore city detective has resigned after being named in a high-profile police corruption trial.
8 months ago -
‘I pray for our cops every day’: Law enforcement deaths spiking, guns No. 1 cause
The number of U.S. law enforcement officers who died in the line of duty in the first six months of the year rose about 12 percent to 73 from 65, the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund said last week.
9 months ago -
Small group of inauguration protesters rejecting plea deals
WASHINGTON — Sirens, flash-bang grenades and protesters filled the streets of the nation’s capital as thousands descended on Washington to protest the inauguration of President Donald J. Trump. Law enforcement arrested 214 demonstrators. While one…
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Report: Body-worn camera test a success, Prince William Co. police chief says
Prince William County Police Chief Barry Barnard says a test run of body-worn cameras has been an overall success.
2 years ago -
Statue of convicted FBI agent killer stirs controversy at AU
Some see the Leonard Peltier statue at American University as part of a push to advocate for his clemency. Others say it’s an insult to law enforcement.
2 years ago -
Police ‘suffer from the sins of our fathers’ spurring public distrust
A recent police shooting followed by protesting and rioting in Charlotte over the past week has put the spotlight back on the shaky relationship law enforcement has with the public.
3 years ago -
DC School safety academy to feed police ranks
Some 60 students are taking part in a new program in D.C. schools that allows students interested in law enforcement to take criminal justice courses as part of the new Public Safety Academy.
3 years ago
