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Pandemic alters operations at Westminster Animal Control
Animals don’t take a vacation or holiday. While the COVID-19 pandemic has kept most in their homes, Animal Control units’…
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In wake of recent deaths, Santa Ana police look to combat illegal street racing
The Santa Ana Police Department is working on a far-reaching new initiative to address illegal street racing, an activity known…
Anaheim officer reunites with young man saved from car crash
When then-Placentia Police Officer Sarah Shirvany pulled up to the intersection at Orangethorpe and Miller on February 2, 2008, the…
Westminster Animal Control Officer committed to protecting all animals
Westminster Animal Control Officer Crystal Sheldon has been working with animals for the last 20 years. “I love helping animals,”…
Westminster animal control officer earns third college degree, aspires to become police officer
It was an unusual spring for graduates this year. But even without a public ceremony, when Faviola Nunez’s diploma arrived…
Pasadena Police Department has a fan with 4-year-old
On the corner of Ramona and Garfield Street, across from the Pasadena Police Department, 4-year-old Lucas stands outside an electric…
Behind the Badge wins six awards from Orange County Press Club Excellence in Journalism Contest, bringing total to 45
Behind the Badge added six awards to its trophy case for photography, writing and podcasting at the Orange County Press…
Pasadena PD celebrates 40 years of taking a bite out of crime
This July, McGruff the Crime Dog turned 40, and that’s not in dog years. It was in 1980 that he…
They ride to honor the fallen
This is not a vacation or some fancy bike ride down the coast, Westminster Police Department Sgt. Bill Drinnin said.…
Law Enforcement sees a spike in calls for service on 4th of July
While the COVID-19 pandemic canceled most 4th of July gatherings – from barbecues to pool parties and neighborhood parades — police…