A routine traffic stop in Texas has erupted into a major civil-rights case after a viral dashcam video appears to show a K-9 unit alerting to no narcotics — and the deputy handling the dog […]
Category: Public Safety
Texas DPS Officers Association Draws Backlash for Selling Trump Merchandise Under State Branding
The Texas Department of Public Safety Officers Association (DPSOA) — a private nonprofit representing active-duty state troopers — is drawing public criticism after advertising Trump-themed merchandise under the official Texas Department of Public Safety name […]
ICE Rolls Into Chicago With Fearmongering Post — Here’s the Truth They Left Out
ICE took to Facebook this week, posting a photo of one of their black SUVs parked on a Chicago rooftop, along with this caption: “CHICAGO: a sanctuary city that attracts and protects criminal illegal aliens […]
Texas Game Warden Cadets Receive Hands-On Training with American Alligators
This week, Texas Game Warden cadets participated in a unique hands-on training session, working directly with one of the state’s most iconic reptiles—the American Alligator. The training focused on how to safely handle and protect […]
Texas Guardsmen Continue Border Patrols as Part of Operation Lone Star
Texas Guardsmen assigned to Operation Lone Star are actively conducting patrols and wide-area security operations in coordination with state and federal law enforcement partners. The ongoing mission focuses on securing the Texas-Mexico border and disrupting […]
Texas DPS Officers Association Promotes Controversial “Mess Around and Find Out” Challenge Coin on Social Media
The Texas Department of Public Safety Officers Association (DPSOA) is facing scrutiny after promoting a new challenge coin featuring an aggressively armed bear in a DPS uniform alongside the phrase “mess around and find out.” […]
Texas Game Wardens on Duty Amid Winter Storm
Braving snow and icy conditions, Texas Game Wardens remain on the frontlines, assisting state and local partners in responding to the challenges posed by winter weather. Equipped for harsh conditions, the wardens are ready to […]
Texas A&M Forest Service Celebrates a Year of Robust Support and Grants to Local Communities and Fire Departments
As 2024 comes to a close, the Texas A&M Forest Service is reflecting on a year marked by substantial support and investment in local communities, fire departments, and conservation efforts. The service’s mission to assist […]
DPS Director McCraw Honored at Retirement Reception in Austin
Today in Austin, employees of the Department of Public Safety (DPS) gathered to honor Director McCraw at a retirement reception, celebrating his esteemed career and lasting impact on the agency and the state of Texas. […]
Sonora Deputy Starts School Reading Program
Sutton County Sheriff’s Office shared the following Facebook post about a reading program their school resource deputy started in Sonora: “In an effort to strengthen relationships between law enforcement and the student body, SRO Deputy […]
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