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Hours-long standoff ends after suspect’s gun jams (VIDEO)

by Jennifer Cruz

Authorities don’t know what prompted the suspect to engage in a standoff with police, but said he appeared to be disoriented and hallucinating.

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Best and worst states for law enforcement officers

by Jennifer Cruz

Ranks were determined using three main areas: Opportunity and Competition; Job Hazards and Protections; and Quality of Life.

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When police actions “shock the conscience”

by Jeffrey Denning

When it comes to police officers and the use of force, contrasting the standard by which courts used to judge officers with how they’re judged today is quite revealing.

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