INDIANAPOLIS, Nov. 4, 2024 — The National Police Association (NPA) took its mobile billboard to Philadelphia the week of October 20th. NPA’s pro-police billboards aim to strengthen the relationship between law enforcement and the communities they serve. By encouraging public support for police, these messages enhance officers’ sense of purpose and reinforce their legitimacy, while Read more »
By Stephen Owsinski Remember lockdowns during the pandemic and the cancel culture crusaders having nothing better to do than to throw stones at the law enforcement community? They even defiled a popular animated series of rescue dogs enjoyed by children. It was called “Paw Patrol.” Strange times! Back to reality: The legacy of dogs in Read more »
In Burlington, Vermont, a once-peaceful town now overwhelmed by rising crime, homelessness, and drug addiction, city leaders are finally realizing that defunding the police was a grave mistake. This small city, nestled against the stunning backdrop of Lake Champlain, faces an unprecedented spike in violent crime, aggravated assault, and drug overdoses. These are problems that Read more »
By Stephen Owsinski Key West High School once had a beloved math teacher named Michael Caldwell who the student population and colleagues loved on campus. After a brief hiatus from being on campus as a teacher, the students who addressed their math guru as “Mr. Caldwell” altered their convos and accolades by adapting to his Read more »
By Steve Pomper Okaloosa County Courthouse, Crestview, Florida Photo: (Hoteltwo, CC Wikimedia 4.0) When I investigate stories about cops being wrongly prosecuted, normally, I furrow my brow, scratch my head, and ask, where’s the crime? After reading and watching a video about the ordeal of three Florida cops, Ofc. Brandon Hardaway, Ofc. William Johns, and Cpl. Read more »
INDIANAPOLIS, Oct. 28, 2024 / — The National Police Association (NPA) has announced support for the Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act (H.R. 7909), a federal bill that strengthens the terms for deporting, or making inadmissible, illegal aliens who have committed sex and domestic violence offenses. This bill, introduced by Rep. Nancy Mace (SC-01), Read more »
By Stephen Owsinski In major athletic events with gobs of fans in massive arenas and stadiums, law enforcement officers are among the spectators who naturally want to rally their fave teams and players while also expecting safety in the stands. Hence, police officers, deputies, and state troopers are always assigned to work at athletic competitions…and Read more »
(INDIANAPOLIS, IN) October 24, 2024 — The National Police Association announced Ohio was added to its national billboard campaign asking people to support the police by thanking a cop. Trumbull County, located in northeastern Ohio, is a vibrant and diverse region at the heart of the Mahoning Valley. Known for its rich history, natural Read more »
By Chief Joel F. Shults, Ed.D S’mores, apple cider, shelves ready for Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. The first snowfall, adjusting the thermostat for chilly mornings, and finding all those sweaters that were stored away just a few months ago. Between raking leaves and finding a creative Halloween costume, your local police department is ready for Read more »
By Steve Pomper There’s so much negative stuff out there for cops, but most of us are nevertheless happy warriors. So, the adage, laughter is the best medicine, applies. Here are three stories that may tickle your funny bone. The first two stories are from my career, which I’ve written about in two of my books. Read more »