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Terrorism in OC: Cops teach citizens how to spot clues
A black flag with white script-like writing flashed on the screen. “Does anyone know what this is?” asked Orange County…
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Tustin PD empowers residents to be eyes and ears of department
Police can’t do it all. With an average of 12 officers patrolling Tustin on any given shift, it is impossible…
Garden Grove PD credits vigilant neighbors for arrests of suspects in spate of RV battery thefts
The Garden Grove PD is crediting vigilant neighbors with information that led to the arrests of two men suspected of…
Part 2: As National Police Week nears, here are the stories of O.C.’s fallen peace officers
Editor’s note: Part Two of a four-part series In honor of National Police Week (May 15-21), we’re sharing the stories of the…
Inside the Academy: Tustin recruits share best, worst parts of police training
What’s the worst part about the academy and what’s the best? What do recruits miss most about their former lives…
Lessons from Quantico: La Habra captain brings leadership, wellness knowledge to department
The top of the list included family, friends and his Weimaraner, followed by Orange County’s warm weather and In-n-Out. These…
Officer Ronnie Reyes helps keep Garden Grove safe on his new ride: a 900-pound machine
When Officer Ronnie Reyes underwent over 150 hours of schooling in preparation for becoming a Garden Grove Police Department motor…
Garden Grove PD collects 140 pounds of unused prescription meds on Drug Take Back Day
Ten boxes totaling 140 pounds. That’s a lot of meds. And that was the haul Saturday, April 30 when the…
Nearly 3,000 residents ‘love’ Fullerton at the city’s annual service day; other cities join in
Genesis Osuna gave up her entire Saturday morning to assemble bicycles to be donated to area foster care children. For…
Run, Hide, Fight: OC Sheriff’s Dept. officials detail what to do in an active shooter situation
When you walk into your office tomorrow morning, sit down. Then take a good look around. And ask yourself this…