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New recruits bring fresh perspective to Bakersfield Police Department
In June, Bakersfield Police Department officials held a graduation for 25 newly sworn police officers who made it through its…
The role of a police dispatcher is never more critical than when an officer has been shot. Dispatcher Keith Thorton Jr. rose to the occasion when it was needed most. Listen to the entire radio call.
On August 7, 2021 Chicago Police Officers Ella French and Joshua Blas were shot during a car stop. Tragically Officer…
Huntington Beach Police Sgt. Shawn White was appalled at the wasted time, energy, and resources experienced by officers as they…
Ian Whittington grew up in the wine country town of Atascadero in California’s scenic central coast and always knew he…
Mike Broida grew up in Bakersfield and spent most of his 20s working as a DJ at parties, weddings, or…
The La Habra Police Department celebrated National Night Out on Tuesday with a community gathering replete with food, fun and…
It’s been a violent August for police officers in the State of California and across the country. This trend does…
Four officers from the Santa Ana Police Department were honored this month by Fairhaven Memorial Park & Mortuary for their…