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What to do when scammers pour in after disasters
Celebrity Kim Kardashian recently took to Instagram to caution her followers to stay alert for scams after her name was…
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Best of BTB: ‘Just because I was beaten or raped … that’s not all that I am’
To mark our 10th anniversary, we are sharing some of our top stories from our archives. This one was originally…
With anniversary of Silverado Fire, memories are fresh and vigilance remains vital
Editor’s note: As part of our 10th anniversary, Behind the Badge is sharing stories from our archives: This story is…
Best of BTB: OCSD deputies recount terror in Las Vegas: ‘I had never felt that close to death before’
Editor’s note: As part of our 10th anniversary, Behind the Badge is sharing stories from our archives: This story is…
Fiery candidate and former prosecutor has progressive Los Angeles DA on ropes – with full support of police
Nathan Hochman is enjoying a stroll across Gloria Molina Grand Park on a September morning in the shadow of what…
Best of BTB: The specter of ghost guns in California
Editor’s note: As part of our 10th anniversary, Behind the Badge is sharing stories from our archives: This story is…
Best of BTB: ‘Why would anyone want to be a cop today?’
Editor’s note: As part of our 10th anniversary, Behind the Badge is sharing stories from our archives: This story is…
Officers pay mental and physical price responding to hundreds of critical incidents over a career
Dr. Heather Williams, founder of Premier First Responder Psychological Services, came of age professionally in an era when increased attention…
Best of BTB: Starting this week we will unveil top stories from our archives
Behind the Badge launched 10 years ago on a simple notion: to tell the stories of the men and women…
First responders ride waves to relieve grief and stress
As the wave gathered behind him, Donovan Torres, perched on a surfboard for the first time in his life, began…