Behind the Badge
A police officer wonders where law enforcement has gone wrong
There truly seems to be a war on cops that has started. I don’t think that fact needs to be argued.…
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BTBuzz: Live memorial coverage today to honor two officers killed in Dallas attacks
USA Today, along with several other media outlets, will be hosting live coverage of the funeral services for Dallas Police Sr.…
BTBuzz: Cops pick up check for diners who refused to sit by them
A group of police officers dining at a restaurant picked up the tab for a couple who refused to sit…
Guest column: Words of wisdom and support from wife of an officer who served 30 years
Editor’s note: The author is the wife of retired Anaheim PD Capt. Joe Vargas For 30 years I had to…
Vargas: Voice of reason stands out at Anaheim ‘Black Lives Matters’ rally
On Sunday, I found myself at the Black Lives Matter protest at Anaheim City Hall. I had no particular agenda…
Vargas: Hate a common theme in cop killings
Last night I was up until after midnight watching the tragic news from Dallas. I was saddened and angry. I…
Vargas: Scorn on the Fourth of July
From looking at the social media posts and comments, lawlessness and anarchy prevailed this Fourth of July. Despite extensive public…
Vargas: Some things to know about the Alton Sterling shooting
The latest police shooting video has hit social media and is causing public outrage and protests in the city of…
Roman: He ruined his truck, but this motorist’s attitude was admirable to a T
You never know how people are going to react at traffic accidents. Some people fall apart even though the damage…
BTBuzz: Prayers, please, for loved ones of fallen Louisiana Deputy David Michel
Our thought and prayers are with the Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office and the friends and family of Deputy David Michel,…