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Tustin police urge safety on the Fourth of July
Fireworks are an integral part of Fourth of July celebrations, and the City of Tustin traditionally provides one of the…
Behind the Badge sweeps up awards in OC Press Club contest
Police departments in 2021 faced unparalleled challenges, from continued difficulties in hiring and retaining quality candidates to an unprecedented flow…
Terry Smith didn’t want this story written. But since his career is the stuff of legend at the Orange County…
Michelle Hernandez was in sixth grade when she started showing up at the Police Activities League, a year round mentorship…
The Tustin Police Department will host its annual Open House on Saturday, June 15. The family friendly event will take…
When it comes to spotting stolen vehicles while on patrol, Westminster Police Officer Bryan Cramer says it’s all about location.…
Eight peace officers died in the line of duty in California in 2018, lifting the total number of line-of-duty deaths…
Police officers don’t enter the profession in search of awards and accolades. They report for duty every day with the…