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• Havis Introduces Upgraded Universal Laptop and Tablet Cradle Line

  11-12-2017 23:51 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Havis Inc., a leading designer and manufacturer of in-vehicle mobile office solutions for mobile professionals, has announced a new, upgraded line of universal cradle solutions for a wide range of tablet and laptop models. The new generation of Havis universal cradles, which includes the UT-1000 Series, the UT-2000 Series, and the UT-301 Cradles, are made to be lighter yet still ultra-rugged and allow for more mounting options.The new Universal Cradle line is made from high-performance, injectio
  
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• Chicago police union official blasts $31 million wrongful conviction settlement as part of 'cottage industry' - Chicago Tribune

  11-12-2017 23:36 via chicagotribune.com
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  Chicago police union official blasts $31 million wrongful conviction settlement as part of 'cottage industry'
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  Fraternal Order of Police vice president Martin Preib, right, blasts the $31 million settlement for four men whose convictions in an Englewood murder were overturned. (Nancy Stone / Chicago Tribune). John ByrneContact ReporterChicago Tribune. Privacy ...and more »
  
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• Fatal Shooting of PA Cop Killing Suspect Justified, DA Rules

  11-12-2017 22:20 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  A district attorney ruled Monday that state police acted properly a year ago when they shot and killed a man they suspected of murdering Trooper Landon Weaver in a rural area of central Pennsylvania.Huntingdon County District Attorney David Smith issued his decision in the Dec. 31 death in Hesston of 32-year-old Jason Robison, reports the Associated Press."Troopers at the scene ordered Robison numerous times to drop his gun, which he refused to do," Smith wrote. "Robison moved as if to advance f
  
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• MO Cop Killer Suspect Won't Face Death Penalty

  11-12-2017 22:09 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  St. Louis County prosecutors said Friday that they would not seek a death sentence for Trenton Forster in the shooting death of St. Louis County Police Officer Blake Snyder, reports the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.A judge Friday set Forster's trial date for Feb. 4, 2019.St. Louis County Prosecutor Robert McCulloch said in a statement that his decision came after "a complete examination and reexamination of all evidence in this case." He said he "cannot elaborate on the decision," citing ethical rule
  
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• DHS Issues Statement on Attempted Terror Attack in New York City

  11-12-2017 20:40 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Today, Secretary of Homeland Security Kirstjen M. Nielsen spoke with New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio and New York Police Department (NYPD) Commissioner James O'Neill regarding the details of the attempted terrorist attack in New York City. Secretary Nielsen released the following statement on the Department's role in coordinating a federal response to terror-related incidents."The Department of Homeland Security is taking appropriate action to protect our people and our country in the wake of
  
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• Twitco Announces Parmarlow Foam Eartip

  11-12-2017 19:40 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  The Parmarlow ATFM Noise Reduction Foam Eartip is one of the most comfortable sound tube tips on the market today, according to Twitco. It's designed so that the ATFM fits securely in the ear, the incredibly soft foam conforms to the ear, and it blocks out ambient sounds.Made of super soft gray polyester and polyurethane, the ATFM is made to be easy to insert and stay in place without irritation. The tip can be used in either ear.Sold in packages of 3 and boxes of 50, the Parmarlow ET-ATFM is av
  
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• 224 Valkyrie

  11-12-2017 19:10 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Federal Premium's new 224 Valkyrie was designed to transform your MSR 15. Loaded with the 90-grain Gold Medal Sierra MatchKing, all-new 224 Valkyrie is made to provide less wind drift and drop than all other loads in its class and stay supersonic past 1,300 yards. New 224 Valkyrie provides comparable ballistics as larger counterparts like 6.5 Creedmoor but with as little as half the felt recoil, according to the company. The cartridge is ideal for both long-range target shooters and hunters. &nb
  
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• McCarthy Completes Construction of $26 Million Justice Center for MO City

  11-12-2017 18:29 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  McCarthy Building Companies and the City of O'Fallon, MO, recently celebrated the grand opening of the new City of O'Fallon Justice Center that includes the O'Fallon Police Department and Municipal Courts.The new $26 million Justice Center features more than 96,000 sq. ft. of space and includes state-of-the-art technology and training spaces, an underground garage and sally port, and ample space for expansion as the City of O'Fallon grows over the next 30 years. The building was paid for by bond
  
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• Fechheimer Brothers Company Celebrates 175 Years in Business

  11-12-2017 17:10 via feedproxy.google.com
  Fechheimer Brothers Company (Fechheimer), the parent company of the uniform brand Flying Cross and low-profile apparel and gear brand Vertx, celebrated its 175th year of service to the U.S. Military and Public Safety markets at the annual IACP Conference and Exposition. Fechheimer has been designing and manufacturing uniforms since 1842, and is headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio."It is extremely momentous for us to be celebrating such a huge milestone in our history, as well as a huge milestone f
  
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• SandCat Stormer Armored SUV Designed for the Fight Against Terror

  11-12-2017 15:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  As a response to the growing domestic terror and violence seen over recent years, Plasan is launching a new variant of the SandCat Stormer for police and counter-terrorism units.It is fitted with Plasan's all-new SCAT (Safe Crowd Attenuating Technology) system to control crowds using non-lethal means, preventing civilian casualties. SCAT is a roof-mounted remote system with night and day cameras, light and sound dazzler, and smoke launchers.The SandCat offers optimization between protection, pay
  
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• CSU Names PA Police Chief Outstanding Law Enforcement Professional of the Year

  11-12-2017 14:42 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Columbia Southern University (CSU) recently presented student Matthew Bartal, police chief for North Annville Township in Lebanon County, PA, with the award for 2017 Outstanding Law Enforcement Professional of the Year.The award was established as part of National Crime Prevention Month and to recognize CSU law enforcement students and graduates for their commitment to safety, professionalism, and their accomplishments in the industry. News of the win was a mixed bag of surprise, humbleness, exc
  
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• Suicide Bomber Attacks NY Bus Terminal, Paper Says

  11-12-2017 14:22 via feedproxy.google.com
  A suicide bomber set off a device at the Port Authority bus terminal Monday morning, law enforcement sources have told the New York Post.The suspected bomber – who had wires attached to him – was armed with a pipe bomb and a battery pack, sources told the paper.A suspect was taken into custody after the device partially detonated inside the passageway to the N, Q and R trains, according to sources.  He was reportedly wounded. There are no additional reports of casualties at this
  
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• SC Officer Killed in Single-Car Accident

  11-12-2017 14:22 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  A Johnston, SC, police officer was killed Friday night in a single-vehicle accident. Corporal James Eric Chapman was responding to an emergency call at the time of the accident.Chief Robinson writes the officer joined the Johnston Police Department in July 2015 and was promoted to the rank of Corporal.Before the officer was with the Johnston Police Department, he was in the United States Marine Corps and was deployed to Afghanistan, WRDW reports. 
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