APB American Police Beat

WHAT: The National Law Enforcement Museum will present “Serving Those Who Serve: Integrating Police Chaplaincy into Law Enforcement,” a virtual panel discussion that will focus on the role of police […]

While modern cop shows often portray a nonstop stream of high-octane capers, the average law enforcement call is usually far less adrenaline-fueled. Ironically, it’s these more boring aspects of the […]

In December, law enforcement agencies nationwide hosted Shop With a Cop events, a beloved tradition that pairs police officers and other first responders with children from their communities for holiday […]

On December 3, the House Committee on Homeland Security heard testimony from law enforcement officials on rising violence against police officers across the country. The hearing, titled “When Badges Become […]

The number of law enforcement professionals nationwide who died in the line of duty in 2025 decreased 25% compared to the same time period last year, according to preliminary data […]

Aristotle once declared, “The roots of education are bitter, but the fruit is sweet.” It’s as true in our world today as it was in his ancient Greece. Aristotle’s statement […]

The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund on December 18 announced Police Officers Ankit Gupta, Wilmer Guerrero and Shuaibul Amine of the New York City Police Department as the Officers of the Month for November 2025. […]

Officers have a right to their good name and reputation, and so false accusations can be the most trying and humiliating experiences in an officer’s career. But false accusations can […]

There’s a quiet problem spreading through police training rooms, and it’s not laziness or lack of effort. It’s something harder to spot and easier to excuse: good intentions. Every year, […]

Cops aren’t typically known for their proactive approach to their mental health. They often wait for a crisis to erupt before seeking help, or they struggle and suffer in silence. […]

Dwight Eisenhower and soft power Joseph S. Nye, the author of The Powers to Lead, argues that soft power rests on getting results using influence, so that others want to […]

It’s strange seeing so much violence and death, and so much violent death, so regularly, especially being away from any war zone. That’s not even factoring in the constant natural […]

How many times do you regret not communicating with another colleague or agency, failing to acknowledge the accomplishments or significant events of others, not providing condolences at the passing of […]

When it comes to saving lives and keeping New Mexicans safe, what could be more important than certified and experienced law enforcement officers? It’s so critical that the New Mexico […]

In my nearly 47 years in law enforcement, I have seen numerous women who were pursued by a jealous suitor, an ex-husband or an unknown stalker. Those men would make […]

Recruitment and retention aren’t just administrative headaches anymore — they’re operational survival. Across America, more than 18,000 law enforcement agencies are fighting a common battle — not against crime, but […]

Earlier in the year, I noticed more people than ever were using roller duffel bags while traveling to the 2025 SHOT Show. When I got to SHOT, I continued seeing […]

Dave, I need to give you a heads-up.” It was Saturday, September 13, and I was on the horn with the Chief. He had my attention. I mean, when the […]

Uniformed patrol can be a thankless job, but many cops find that the occasional dose of adventure makes it worthwhile. In Watertown, South Dakota, a couple of officers stepped into […]

The rookie of today faces a host of challenges that weren’t necessarily present for their forebears. Body cameras, activist groups and ever-present cellphone cameras make for an especially challenging career […]