David Teodosio at Police Chief Magazine

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U.S. Government Shutdown Continues

November 7, 2025 Due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, legislative activity on Capitol Hill has largely come to a halt. Most congressional hearings and markups have been postponed, and fede...

Crime & Violence

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Reducing Violence for a SAFER Future

Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) is among the most persistent, devastating, and complex forms of harm in society. It crosses every demographic boundary—class, race, geography—and manifests ...

Traffic Safety Initiatives

Traffic Safety Initiatives: Legal but Lethal

Across the United States, police officers are encountering a troubling pattern: drivers who show unmistakable signs of impairment, such as slurred speech, slowed reaction time, or poor coordination, y...

Officer Safety & Wellness

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Elevating the Response to Violence

Differing approaches to addressing violence within a local community are sometimes seen as being in opposition, yet there is increasing recognition that working across sectors can be a more effective ...

Human & Civil Rights

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The Human Trafficking–Gun Violence Nexus

Certain types of crimes are known for their connection to violence; human trafficking is one such crime that falls into this category. In Connecticut, both the state’s attorney for one of the hig...

Leadership Insight

Leadership Insights: Preventing the Preventable

A 16-year-old boy is admitted to the pediatric intensive care unit following a gunshot wound to the head. He is likely to be brain dead within two days. While updating his mother on the devastating ne...

Chief's Counsel

Chief’s Counsel: Beyond Law Enforcement and Guardians

Words matter. The terms used to describe police work—law enforcement, public safety, guardian, protector, or warrior—do more than signal a philosophy. They define the profession’s purpose, s...

Focus on Officer Wellness

Focus on Officer Wellness: Implementing Tabata Training into Police Officers’ Daily Routine

Police officers face unique physical and mental challenges in their daily duties. From chasing suspects to responding to dangerous situations, maintaining physical fitness is a critical aspect of ensu...