FACT: A drone flying at 35mph is not surveillance. It's responding.

New Orleans: Yesterday, the City Council passed an ordinance to allow the French Quarter to use drones as first responders (DFR). Many topics were conflated but, make no mistake, this is the future of policing.

The New Orleans Police and Justice Foundation proudly supports the implementation of the DFR program and has advocated for the use of drones (UAV’s) since their introduction in 2024. We will continue to be an active participant in this initiative as well as inform everyone that this accomplishes a difficult goal - it enhances public safety while increasing transparency.

There has been some confusion in recent discussions, with certain groups conflating drone technology with facial recognition and broad surveillance systems. It’s important to be clear: these are not the same. The DFR program is focused on rapid response and situational awareness, not invasive monitoring.

In fact, the New Orleans Police Department has responsibly operated drones for the past 2 years in targeted situations such as traffic accidents and active perimeters involving violent suspects. This program builds on that proven track record, using technology to respond faster, assess situations more safely, and allocate resources more effectively.

As our neighbors in Jefferson Parish have learned,  one officer, equipped with the right tools, can safely do the work of many by improving response times and outcomes for residents and visitors alike.

Importantly, this program increases transparency. A new digital dashboard will allow the public to access DFR flight logs in real time. Currently, this information is recorded on paper and is only available through formal public records requests. This shift represents a major step toward openness and accountability.

NOPJF is proud to have secured favorable funding from the vendor for this initiative, and we are already planning for expansion across the city. NOPJF believes in smart, responsible innovation that keeps New Orleans safe while building trust with the community.

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In his "Beer with a Candidate" interview, Sheriff Chad Bianco says that when it comes to Skid Row, "we have failed as government." He added that L.A. Mayor Karen Bass and "every mayor before her has failed that city to say that Skid Row is ok."

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Please, praying for the officer and clinician who were injured during the pursuit this afternoon.🙏🏻

Illinois: An investigation is underway in Inkster following a trooper-involved shooting connected to a homicide case.

According to sources, troopers were executing a search warrant at a home believed to be linked to the homicide.

As troopers entered the home, several individuals fled. During the pursuit of the suspects, troopers fired shots at one of the teens, striking and injuring him. He was transported to the hospital.

A civilian bystander and an officer were also injured during the pursuit. Their condition is unknown.

http://themetrodetroitnews.com/teen-shot-by-troopers-during-homicide-investigation-in-inkster/

More details will be provided as they become available.

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⚠️A tornado watch has been issued for parts of Illinois and Missouri until 11 PM CDT

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⚠️Tornado Warning including Freeport IL, Lena IL and Warren IL until 4:30 PM CDT

⚠️TAKE SHELTER IMMEDIATELY!

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President Donald J. Trump just landed in Phoenix for appearance at Dream City Church.

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🎉Retirement Announcement 🎉

Join us in celebrating the retirement of Lieutenant Michael Butkus Jr., who concludes an honorable career as a Delaware State Trooper after serving the citizens of Delaware for 28 years.

Michael began his career with the Delaware State Police on April 1, 1998, as a recruit in the 68th DSP Academy Class. After graduation, he successfully completed field training at Troop 1 and Troop 9 before being assigned to Troop 6.

In 2010, Michael joined the Tactical Control Unit. In this role, he assisted in controlling situations such as protests, strikes, and riots. He assisted with restoring and maintaining order, ensuring that citizens could assemble in a safe environment.

In 2017, Michael was promoted to Sergeant and assigned to Troop 3 and later to Troop 9.  In 2025, he was promoted to Lieutenant and assigned to Troop 1, where he was assigned until retirement.

Congratulations, Lieutenant Butkus, on a remarkable career! We thank you for your years of dedication and unwavering commitment to public safety. Wishing you the best in your well-deserved retirement! 👏

Delaware State Police

Kansas is quietly rewriting the playbook on suppressors, raising questions about what this could mean for gun laws moving forward.

Read the full story here: https://lawenforcementtoday.com/kansas-suppressor-law-gun-rights-expansion

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Seattle Police Officers Guild President Kent Loux:“SPD should not be sidelined… there’s a place where you can cooperate, and not condone.”
Policies that limit coordination don’t make communities safer - they create potential chaos.

Full Story: https://komonews.com/news/local/seattle-police-union-says-citys-ice-policy-puts-public-safety-at-risk-sidelines-police-spd-law-enforcement-mayor-katie-wilson-minneapolis-public-safety-property-damage-resolution

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Wow this is coors field in Denver, Colorado.❄️

The Colorado Rockies are playing the Dodgers tonight. See if they play the game 👀

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A 13-year-old driver apprehended after a stolen car chase told Clay County sheriff’s deputies that people shouldn't leave vehicles unlocked with the keys inside.

http://officer.com/55371703/

Question:

Why are Tyler Robinson's lawyers trying so hard to ban cameras in the courtroom?

BREAKING: The family of Adam Toledo has voluntarily dismissed their wrongful death lawsuit against the Chicago Police Department and former Officer Eric Stillman.

The case was already in trial (jury selection started this week). Officer Stillman was cleared with no charges. Bodycam footage backed his account, and CPD called the shooting justified after a foot pursuit and ShotSpotter alert.

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WATCH: President Donald J. Trump speaks at Turning Point USA event in Phoenix

Erica Kirk: “As Americans, we are all privileged to live in the greatest country in the world.”

“Is it perfect? No, it's not. Do we have problems to solve? Of course, of course we do. But our country is the best that we have, and I do not want to lose it.”

Erica Kirk: “If you look around the world right now, has surrendered itself to third world criminals — and under the Biden administration, we were on track for that for ourselves. But President Trump came in and course corrected."

POTUS joins Turning Point USA in Arizona: "Charlie was murdered by a cruel and vicious assassin who believed that by silencing his voice, he could kill an entire giant movement. But standing here today, it's clear to see that Charlie’s voice is not silenced—it's roaring... Together, we're Making America Great Again—and this November, we're going to win, and we're going to win like never before."

"Now that the Hormuz Strait situation is almost over, I received a call from NATO asking if we would like some help... and I told them, 'I would have liked your help two months ago, but now, I really don’t want your help anymore.'"

POTUS: Iran has just announced that the Strait of Hormuz is fully open and ready for business — but the Naval blockade will remain in full force and effect until such time as our transaction is 100% complete.

The USA will get all 'Nuclear Dust' created by our great B2 Bombers. No money will exchange hands in any way, shape, or form — and most importantly, it is agreed that Iran will NEVER have a nuclear weapon.

POTUS: "As part of our tax cuts, we delivered... No Tax on Tips, No Tax on Overtime, and No Tax on Social Security... This week, millions of Americans received the largest tax refunds of their lives—the average is more than $4,000 per filer."

POTUS: For years, we were ruled by fools who let every third-rate country push us around and bleed us dry — but those days are OVER. America was not founded by weak and timid men who cowered in the face of evil or sat by as danger loomed. Our ancestors knew exactly what to do with America's enemies — BEAT THEM and beat them good.

POTUS: "Do not listen to the craven and cowardly voices who tell you America needs to think small, or to shrink from our duties or potential... We are the inheritors of the most incredible civilization that has ever existed, and our task is to defend it." 🇺🇸

"At this moment, Democrats have shut down the Department of Homeland Security to shield the world’s most heinous and violent criminals from deportation," says POTUS in Arizona.

Democrats want to protect criminal aliens—Republicans want to put them in jail or deport them.

POTUS: I recently directed SecWar to begin releasing government files relating to UFOs and unexplained aerial phenomena. I am pleased to report this process is well underway. We've found many very interesting documents — and the first releases will begin very, very soon. 👽

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*NEWS INTERRUPTION*

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WATCH: Exclusive drone footage showing tornado damage in Lena, Illinois. Captured shortly after impact, highlighting the extent of structural damage and debris across the area.

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BREAKING: FBI serves search warrant at Van Nuys home.

LAPD assisted the FBI with a search warrant operation in Van Nuys, part of a state search warrant.

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WATCH: President Donald J. Trump about to takeoff on Air Force One after attending event in Phoenix today, he waved goodbye before boarding the plane

Rick Davis

UPDATE: The sun is out in Denver, Colorado. 🌞

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NEW: ICE Denver arrested Miguel Lopez-Jimenz after his release from prison for convictions of sex assault on a child under 15 and human trafficking for which he served 8 years. He’s a criminal alien from Mexico and will remain in ICE custody pending immigration proceedings.

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