NEW: City of Vacaville City, CA, Manager Aaron Busch announces the appointment of Vacaville Captain Chris Polen as the new Chief of Police, effective January 1, 2025.

A finalist in the 2021 Chief of Police nationwide recruitment and multi-dimensional interview process, Chief Polen brings more than 25 years of law enforcement experience and a deep commitment to the community in which he has lived for a lifetime.

Read the full release at https://conta.cc/41GhhF6.

It’s not always about chasing bad guys and taking them to jail, as we got to take part in Good Night Lights at Shriners Children’s Hospital! This yearly tradition brings together first responders, hospital staff, and community members to send a bright and cheerful holiday themed “goodnight” to the young patients staying at the hospital.

Flashing lights and waves lit up the night as we reminded these amazing kids that they’re not alone in their fight. We all loved seeing their smiles and joy it brought to their faces—and to ours.

A huge thank you to Shriners for all you do!
@SheriffJCooper
@shriners @shrinershosp

Sacramento Sheriff

Latest: Luigi Mangione is charged with murder as an act of terrorism for the assassination of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO.

The 26 year old could be extradited back to NYC as early as Thursday.

More: https://www.cbsnews.com/newyork/news/unitedhealthcare-ceo-murder-luigi-mangione-court-appearance-brian-thompson/

DEVELOPING! Brush fire in Sherman Oaks on the 405 fwy.

The Calvert County Sheriff's Office, Maryland, sadly announced the death of retired K9 Maximus. K9 Maximus spent his final moments surrounded by his loving family, a testament to the deep bond shared between a K9 and his partner.

Prayers for his partner, their family and the agency. 🙏🏽

Now that’s funny 😂

Red flag warnings cause concern in communities reeling from Franklin Fire

UPDATE: A tragic shooting occurred in Towson, Maryland, tonight, resulting in one fatality and nine injuries.

The incident took place near a funeral home on Loch Raven Boulevard. Police responded to reports of multiple gunshots around 7:15 p.m., finding a vehicle on fire and several victims.

Authorities believe the shooting was intentional and targeted, with no ongoing threat to the public. The investigation is ongoing as the community grapples with this shocking event.

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Santa traded his sleigh for Sarasota Bay! 🎅🚤✨

Our Marine Unit had the honor of escorting the big guy in red to close out the 2024 Boat Parade of Lights. From festive floats to holiday cheer, it’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas on the water!🎄⛵

Sarasota Police Department

Good night to all! 😴

Good morning. Your Wednesday's national forecast.

NEW: California’s Prop 36 now in effect gives criminals harsher punishments

BREAKING OVERNIGHT: Soto Fire in Jurupa Valley burns 30 acres, 20% contained.

A brush fire in the Jurupa Valley ignited as weather officials issued red flag warnings in Los Angeles and Ventura counties. Santa Ana winds are expected to cause strong gusts and increase fire danger.

No war on cops? We strongly disagree.

Read more: https://lawenforcementtoday.com/tennessee-police-officer-killed-after-suspect-opens-fire

NEW: At least 12 injured in Metro bus crash outside lumber business in South El Monte.

I was the first to break the news that the deceased mass shooter at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, Wisc. is a 15-year-old girl named Natalie Lynn Rupnow. Here's what I discovered: https://www.patreon.com/posts/118131839

Four Fairfield police officers, along with two bystanders, performed CPR on a boy who collapsed at an indoor playground, keeping him alive until medics arrived to take him to the hospital.

https://bit.ly/3ZFbXiE

New York: A Rochester police officer was taken to the hospital following a crash on East Main Street.

The crash happened Tuesday night near Circle Street. According to RPD, the officer’s vehicle was struck from behind. Alcohol and drugs were not a factor in the crash.

The officer was taken to the hospital by ambulance with upper body pain.

Please join us in sending prayers and, or positive thoughts for his recovery. 🙏🏽

https://www.rochesterfirst.com/news/rpd/rpd-officer-injured-in-crash-on-east-main-street/

Reuters has a story out suggesting as many as eight Republican senators might not vote for Tulsi Gabbard as DNI, but of course, the sources "declined" to name who those senators might be.

I've checked with actual sources inside the Senate and they tell me this story is garbage. They all affirmed that Tulsi is likely to get through with 50-52 GOP votes PLUS any Dems who might support her like Bernie or Fetterman.

But you see, this is the DC playbook: Plant a story to sow doubt, use anonymous sources to do it, and astroturf a negative news cycle in hopes of forcing out someone the war machine fears.

Until a GOP Senator is willing to put his or her name behind it — and risk a primary challenge — it's FAKE NEWS.