Oak Lawn library series offers a glimpse into what it takes to join police, fire departments

Oak Lawn area teens are getting a look at careers at the police and fire departments through a program at the public library.

How Do You Judge Whether a Police Officer Is Mentally Fit for the Job?

The New York Police Department has tried to fire 30 officers who failed a psychological exam or a background check. Some say ...

Cincinnati is still short on police officers. What's being done to get more recruits?

Cincinnati police continue to tackle its perennial shortage issue, part of a nationwide trend. A new program on the ballot ...

Michigan police agencies explore new ways to recruit and retain officers amid shortage

The Police Officers Association of Michigan says police departments across the state are struggling to recruit and retain ...
Chicago Sun-Times

Snelling pushes to keep police vacancies in budget, seek other cuts to close city deficit

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Police union president’s son joins NYPD — following in footsteps of father, grandfather: ‘Incredible legacy’

A third-generation NYPD cop who graduated from the department’s newest class at Madison Square Garden Monday plans to carry ...