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Warrior or Guardian: The identity of a police officer isn’t really so black and white
Editor’s note: As part of our 10th anniversary, Behind the Badge is sharing stories from our archives: This story is…
California nonprofit wants to leave no K-9 unprotected
She calls herself the “fairy godmother of bulletproof vests for K-9s.” OK, so that may sound like a niche position.…
Shelly Pinomaki is nothing if not a survivor. Recently named 2023’s San Diego Sheriff’s Department Outstanding Volunteer, Pinomaki has suffered…
For several years now, there has been rising concern about the mental health of school-aged children. Increasingly, we are seeing…
On Saturday, May 20, about 24 riders from the Westminster Police Department began their caravan north for the 11th annual…
Ever since former Westminster policemen Sgt. Tom Richard and Officer Ken Pate died from self-inflicted injuries 10 and 11 years…
Hundreds of family members, friends, co-workers, and associates gathered at Crossroads Church in Corona on Friday May 12th to celebrate…
Jessica Helmick spent much of her childhood in and around police work, so following in her mother’s footsteps came naturally.…