iStock/Chalabala A bill in Washington state is creating a stir about some questionable things that might occur due to the way it’s written. ESHB 2384 is a traffic bill, dealing mostly with things like putting speed cameras in construction zones. It originated in Washington’s House of Representatives. As our readers will remember from civics class, it had to be approved by the State Senate after passing in the State House. It’s there that the traffic safety bill took an interesting turn. Its first stop in the Senate was in the Senate Transportation Committee. The chairman of that committee, Sen ..read more

Douglas County Sheriff’s OfficeDouglas County Sheriff’s Office In an initiative aimed at fostering connections with the rapidly growing senior community in Douglas County, Colorado, the sheriff’s office has introduced an innovative canine member to its team. Meet Leo, a 4-month-old Bernedoodle (a hybrid of the Bernese mountain dog and poodle), that has captured the hearts of local seniors and has become a pioneering figure in law enforcement community outreach in Colorado. Leo, whose name stands for “law enforcement officer,” is making waves as the state’s first-ever senior resource dog dedica ..read more

The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF) on April 15 announced Sergeant Dave Musgrove of the Charlotte County, Florida, Sheriff’s Department as its Officer of the Month for February 2024. Sergeant Musgrove was selected for his actions when he rescued a 6-month-old baby from the vehicle she was riding in after a speeding motorcyclist slammed into the vehicle. On the evening of February 8, Musgrove was driving his patrol vehicle when a motorcyclist sped past him at over 100 mph in another lane. Seconds later, he saw a bright light and a plume of dust and smoke. He immediatel ..read more

iStock/zoka74 In response to a surge in violent gun crimes, federal law enforcement officials, in conjunction with local law enforcement agencies in Los Angeles and surrounding areas, have unveiled a new strategy aimed at bolstering the prosecution rates of such offenses. The initiative, dubbed Operation Safe Cities, is designed to leverage the harsher sentencing capabilities of the federal judicial system against perpetrators of violent gun crimes. Announced on March 20 in L.A., it is a collaborative effort between the L.A. County Sheriff’s Department, LAPD, Ventura County Sheriff’s Office, F ..read more

Danny Knapp’s pallbearers carrying his casket on January 7, 2012. Left side: brother David Knapp, nephew Kevin Knapp and brother Rich Knapp. Right side: brother Michael Knapp, nephew Steven Knapp and brother Barry Knapp. (Renae Knapp)FBI Supervisory Special Agent Danny Knapp (FBI) “Some people called him the male Mother Teresa.” That’s one of the descriptions shared by fellow agents of FBI Supervisory Special Agent Danny Knapp. Knapp was a well-respected, well-liked, highly decorated agent who gave his own life as he strove to successfully rescue a young man off the coast of Puerto Rico on Dec ..read more

The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF) on April 10 announced Sergeant Abel Hernandez of the West Covina (CA) Police Department as its Officer of the Month for January 2024. Sergeant Hernandez was selected for his actions when he unknowingly interrupted an armed robbery at a local 7-11 and managed to apprehend the suspect. On the evening of January 22, Sergeant Hernandez walked into a local 7-11 and found himself in the middle of an armed robbery. His quick thinking and being in the right place at the right time resulted in the apprehension of the perpetrator with no inj ..read more

Metrohm is proud to announce the expansion of its OMNIS platform with the addition of near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) capabilities. The new OMNIS NIRS enhances the platform’s versatility, enabling comprehensive chemical analysis through a single system. The introduction of OMNIS NIRS brings three specialized configurations to cater to different sample types: OMNIS NIRS Liquid for liquid samples, OMNIS NIRS Solid for solid and viscous materials, and OMNIS NIRS Liquid/Solid for dual sample analysis. For more details, feel free to contact me. Best, Katharina Palmer Director, Brand and Communic ..read more

iStock.com/z_wei The small town of Ridgely, Maryland, has suspended its entire police force without explanation pending the results of an ongoing investigation, local officials say. The dramatic move has led to uncertainty and concern within the town’s tight-knit community. According to its website, the Ridgely Police Department comprises six officers. All of them were suspended with pay following a decision by the town’s three-member commission. The Office of State Prosecutor, tasked with investigating public misconduct among other duties, has taken up the case, though the specifics of the in ..read more

iStock.com/Suriyawut Suriya The San Antonio Police Department (SAPD) has taken steps to become the first law enforcement agency in the United States to receive certification in trauma-informed care. The move marks a significant shift toward prioritizing mental health and resilience within the force.  Officials say the approach is part of a broader city-wide initiative aiming to embed trauma-informed principles across all city departments by 2026. The certification, awarded by the Ecumenical Center on behalf of the South Texas Trauma Informed Care Consortium, recognizes SAPD’s commitment t ..read more

iStock.com/ ricardoreitmeyer In a concerning trend sweeping across affluent neighborhoods in Southern California, authorities are warning of a surge in what they are calling “burglary tourism” — robberies orchestrated by organized groups from South America, particularly Chile. Exploiting the U.S. visa waiver program, the criminal enterprises have been wreaking havoc on homes across Los Angeles and beyond, prompting calls for urgent action from law enforcement and lawmakers. The latest incident took place in the desert surrounding Scottsdale, Arizona, where police officers embarked on a hunt fo ..read more