Added stress of policing can affect officers’ health. PERF recently concluded a five-part series on wellness programs in police departments and sheriffs’ offices. All five are now available on the PERF website.

The Key Bridge collapse was an extraordinary case—probably not a scenario officers had practiced in the academy—but  they did what was needed that night. They stepped up and in the process saved lives.

Faced with a catastrophic event such as the Key Bridge collapse, quick communication, action, and decision-making of a small group of  police officers saved lives. Here's a closer look at their remarkable response during a once-in-a-lifetime emergency.

Trending: A night of tragedy and professionalism during the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore policeforum.org/trending6apr24

With agencies across the country facing significant staffing shortages, Superintendent Larry Snelling Larry Snelling and @MilwaukeeChief Jeffrey Norman describe the importance of a coordinated approach with local, state, and federal agencies.

From working with federal partners to looking back at lessons learned from previous mass demonstrations, Superintendent Larry Snelling Larry Snelling & Milwaukee Police Chief Jeffrey Norman describe their cities' plans for the upcoming Republican and Democratic National Conventions.

It wasn’t the shield on NYPD Detective Jonathan Diller’s chest that motivated him to go toward the danger on the fateful evening he was murdered, but his heart beneath. It was also this heart that was clearly filled with love — made clear by the inspiring remarks of his…

Leading up to the presidential nomination conventions this summer, Chuck Wexler speaks with the top cops in Chicago & Milwaukee about the challenges of hosting a major political event at the center of the national spotlight while also ensuring the safety of the local community.

Trending: California banned the term “excited delirium.” Will it make a difference? policeforum.org/trending23mar24

Over the last four years, the pandemic has reinforced the importance of police during an emergency. In a crisis, the public looks to police for safety and support, which is why so many have devoted their lives to this noble profession.

PERF released more than 260 daily reports and updates during the pandemic, focusing on the wide array of critical issues faced by police. Now we look back at how departments were affected and how police leaders tackled those challenges.

Four years ago, the world was faced with the largest pandemic in recent times. PERF chronicled the role of the police during the public health crisis in 260 daily reports. Police rapidly changed operations, often at risk to their own lives.

PERF's internship program, which placed HBCU students in police departments across the country, was featured in USA Today's coverage on how police are boosting diversity. Learn more about the program in this recent Trending: policeforum.org/trending17feb24

Great leadership from Chief Brooks and his officers.

Hearing from the Ukraine police who are daily risking their lives responding to bombings and investigating war crimes – American support has been invaluable.  We hope Congress understands the urgent need for support.

In addition to their regular duties, Ukraine Police (Ukraine Police) must investigate war crimes while facing military attacks. Kharkiv Chief Serhii Bolvinov discusses the repeated bombings and drone strikes that officers face in the line of duty.

With Rapid DNA technology provided by the Howard G. Buffett Foundation, Ukraine Police (Ukraine Police) identified civilian victims of a Russian bombing, refuting Russian claims that this was a military target. Learn more about these investigations in this week's Trending.

Trending: How Ukrainian police used Rapid DNA to refute Russian claims at the UN policeforum.org/trending9mar24

The National Institute of Justice Law Enforcement Advancing Data & Science (LEADS) Scholars Program is designed to increase research capabilities of law enforcement professionals & agencies. NIJ is currently accepting applications, which are due by May 3, 2024, 11:59 p.m. ET. nij.ojp.gov/funding/nation…

Trending: Changes to traffic and pedestrian stops, police pursuits, LAPD Chief Michel Moore, and more policeforum.org/trending2mar24