Behind the Badge
Beverly Hills police officer drawn to the agency as a teen
During a ride-along with a Beverly Hills police officer, then-cadet Michael Downs became certain of two things: He wanted to…
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Anaheim PD sees success with new facial recognition software that speeds up suspect ID process
One afternoon last August, Cynthia Espinoza, a senior office specialist at the Anaheim PD, was relaxing at home when her…
Retired Pasadena police officer remembers his rookie years by restoring first patrol car
In 1967, Police Officer Ted Saraf stepped into the Pasadena Police Department and fell in love with his first patrol…
Anaheim firefighters train for safer elevator rescues
Being trapped in an elevator is a nightmare scenario for many, but those in Anaheim can rest assured that Anaheim…
Tustin police sergeant’s legacy kept alive through the game he loved
When Tustin Police Sgt. Del Pickney died on Feb. 22, 2018, the department, and really the entire Tustin community, lost…
After 52 years, OCSD Harbor Patrol Deputy Terry Smith sails off into retirement
Terry Smith didn’t want this story written. But since his career is the stuff of legend at the Orange County…
P.A.L kids find mentors at Pasadena Police Department
Michelle Hernandez was in sixth grade when she started showing up at the Police Activities League, a year round mentorship…
Tustin Police Department to host 23rd annual Open House
The Tustin Police Department will host its annual Open House on Saturday, June 15. The family friendly event will take…
Westminster Police Officer Bryan Cramer has a drive for stolen vehicle recovery
When it comes to spotting stolen vehicles while on patrol, Westminster Police Officer Bryan Cramer says it’s all about location.…
Grueling 630-mile bike ride small price to pay to honor fallen peace officers
Eight peace officers died in the line of duty in California in 2018, lifting the total number of line-of-duty deaths…