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La Habra police to connect with community using social media
After making its debut on social media a year ago this month, La Habra Police are now celebrating an expanded…
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Man threatening to stab himself with samurai sword talked down by Westminster officer
A man carrying a small samurai sword threatening to stab himself in the middle of Garden Grove Blvd was talked…
La Habra police K-9 officer named Officer of the Year
At 2 a.m. on a recent Tuesday, Cpl. Nick Baclit arrested a probationer for marijuana sales and an outstanding warrant.…
Westminster officer honored for reviving man who OD’d
A Westminster officer was recently honored for reviving a man police said overdosed on heroin and stopped breathing. Officer Alan…
Taking a ride with Anaheim Fire & Rescue on off-road Type 3 wildland engine
The rig rumbles up the steep fire road, some 1,300 feet about the 91 Freeway. Its massive tires chew and…
Mom of saved child: ‘God brought Matt Olin to us’
For two families, this wasn’t a regular Wednesday breakfast. This breakfast was a celebration of life. “God brought Officer Matt…
First-ever Jeff Tobin Award goes to outstanding Drug Recognition student
They met once when they were student and teacher. They exchanged phone numbers when the teacher said the student could…
Tustin Police officer shows major league determination
Determination wins. There’s no more flowery, roundabout explanation for how Robert Nelson got where he is. He was determined enough…
Cypress police: burglary case serves as reminder for residents to lock up
Two men are facing burglary charges after allegedly stealing two vehicles and burglarizing several Orange County homes, Cypress police said.…
Cops who CrossFit: Anaheim officers prep for first-ever ‘Guns ’n Hoses’ competition
The cop is sweating bullets. He darts at dusk out the door of the warehouse. Another cop is inside on…