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Becoming Chief, Rodriguez’s Santa Ana story goes full circle
His is an American story. More important, it’s particular to Santa Ana. So, when the time came to announce Robert…
Most people will never understand what it’s like to be a cop
Editor’s note: As part of our 10th anniversary, Behind the Badge is sharing stories from our archives on Tuesdays and…
Westminster Police Department Detective Marcela Lopez approaches policing from a couple of different perspectives: first, as a woman, and second,…
At first glance, the roles of police officer, TV show host, and water district CEO may seem disparate. Yet, they…
Hard to believe, but one of the most ubiquitous terms of caution and vigilance, particularly when it comes to public…
Four Santa Ana Police Department officers – including two previous honorees – were recognized during the 2022 Responders First Award…
As the planet becomes increasingly volatile and fractious each year, September is a good time for individuals and communities to…
He’ll always remember the acid taste of the air, the blank looks of devastation on the faces of people combing…