TEXAS — A Texas jail sergeant battling stage 5 kidney failure is preparing for a life-changing transplant, thanks to a remarkable act of friendship from a longtime co-worker. In February, Joseph Vela received devastating news: his kidneys were functioning at just 10%,...
Law Enforcement Training Program Schedule - 2026 The Heart of Texas Council of Governments (HOTCOG) is committed to providing high-quality training opportunities for law enforcement and public safety professionals throughout the region, consisting of Bosque, Falls,...
As a police officer, you take on challenges most people never experience - all in the name of protecting and serving your community. You don't do the job for recognition, but that doesn't mean your commitment goes unnoticed. To say thank you, many companies provide...
The history of National Police Week dates back to 1962, when President John F. Kennedy signed Proclamation 3466, officially designating May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial Day. Since then, the week surrounding May 15 has become known as National Police Week — a...
Sheriffs from across North Central Texas are coming together in a new effort to improve communication, strengthen collaboration, and enhance public safety across the region. The North Central Texas Sheriff's Coalition held its first meeting on April 15, bringing...
Scammers impersonating sheriff's deputies are threatening residents and pressuring them to send thousands of dollars through Bitcoin kiosks, prompting an urgent warning from Sheriff Javier Salazar. The Bexar County Sheriff's Office says it recently became aware of the...