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Best of BTB: Small town police officer made a big time mark
Editor’s note: As part of our 10th anniversary, Behind the Badge is sharing stories from our archives: This story is…

Best of BTB: He makes history as first amputee to graduate from an O.C. Sheriff’s Department academy
Editor’s note: As part of our 10th anniversary, Behind the Badge is sharing stories from our archives: This story is…

Behind the Badge joined Tustin Police during a day of motor training in the city of Irvine. Check out the…

Those who interact with the Westminster Police Department in September may notice something a little different. Throughout this September for…

Alberto Martinez is the director of the Orange County Intelligence Assessment Center (OCIAC), also often known as a fusion center.…

Police officers enforce laws, protect people and property, respond to emergencies, and maintain order — and once in a while, they…

Orange County residents can best cope with natural and man-made disasters by being ready in advance. Disasters can happen at…

Behind the Badge sat down with women who are behind the Women’s Fire Alliance. A non-profit organization dedicated to the…