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08/09/2018
Aurora police first in Illinois to join ‘Neighbors’ - Ten Two News

TTN News & Notes featuring Aurora Police Department joins Neighbors; portion of I-74 dedicated to fallen Illinois State Police District 6 Pontiac trooper; Arlington Heights Police Department K-9 Max celebrated as he begins retirement - http://www.tentwonews.com/aurora-police-first-in-illinois-to-join-neighbors/

Aurora police join Ring app; interstate stretch named for fallen Illinois State Trooper Ryan Albin; Arlington Heights K-9 Max heads to retirement.

27/08/2018
50 Badges: Maui Police Officer Marvin Tevaga - Hawaii - Ten Two News

“I honestly feel that I am doing what all SROs do for our kids and that is to teach, mentor and uplift by creating a safe environment for them to learn and grow." - Maui Police Department Officer Marvin Tevaga, the National Association of School Resource Officers (NASRO) Officer of the Year Award recipient.

- http://www.tentwonews.com/50-badges-maui-police-officer-marvin-tevaga-hawaii/

Maui Police Officer Marvin Tevaga received the National Association of School Resource Officer's 2018 Officer of the Year award, becoming the first from Hawaii to earn the honor.

27/08/2018
'50 Shades of Blue' Gala to raise money for Special Olympics - Ten Two News

From Saturday on TTN: News & Notes featuring Village of Carpentersville Police to host fundraising gala; DuPage County Sheriff's Office chief international award; and Naperville Police Department to encourage "paws on patrol" with residents - http://www.tentwonews.com/50-shades-of-blue-gala-to-raise-money-for-special-olympics/

Carpentersville police raise money for Special Olympics; DuPage County chief wins major award; Naperville police start 'Paws on Patrol' program for residents.

24/08/2018
Lincolnshire police explorers honored for crash rescue - Ten Two News

Pair of Village of Lincolnshire - Government Police Explorer cadets honored by City of Geneva, Municipality for heroism in Interstate 88 rescue - http://www.tentwonews.com/lincolnshire-police-explorers-honored-for-crash-rescue/

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Lincolnshire police explorer cadets and Geneva natives, Kyle O'Malley and John Schneider showed poise beyond their years by pulling an injured woman from a fiery tollway wreck earlier this month.

20/08/2018
50 Badges: Tampa Master Police Officer Bart Wester - Florida - Ten Two News

“If I can go to work and protect the ones that need protection and serve the ones that just need a hand (then) it’s a good day." Tampa Police Department Master Officer Bart Wester

- http://www.tentwonews.com/50-badges-tampa-master-police-officer-bart-wester-florida/

Tampa Master Police Officer Bart Wester shares his tales of compassion from the beat, actions that fly under the radar, but define a 23-year career of service.

17/08/2018
Sycamore detective has high hopes for police memorabilia show - Ten Two News

An avid collector of police patches and challenge coins, Sycamore Police Department Detective Sgt. Jeff Wig has high hopes for a November police memorabilia show - http://www.tentwonews.com/sycamore-detective-has-high-hopes-for-police-memorabilia-show/

As an avid collector of patches and challenge coins, Sycamore Police Detective Sgt. Jeff Wig hopes to bring police memorabilia fans together during a collectible show he's planning for November.

12/08/2018
Why I Do the Job: Naperville Police Sgt. Tony Mannino - Ten Two News

"After 25 years on the job, all in the patrol division, I truly believe that I can make a difference in the lives of individuals, situations of families or the community as a whole through hard work, empathy and fairness." - Naperville Police Department Sgt. Tony Mannino

Why I Do the Job - http://www.tentwonews.com/the-job-naperville-police-tony-mannino/

Naperville Police Sgt. Tony Mannino gained national attention thanks to video of him saving a wayward child, but he's been a positive force in the community for a quarter century.

10/08/2018
Photo Gallery: National Night Out 2018 - Ten Two News

TTN Photo Gallery: National Night Out 2018 featuring West Chicago Police Department, Barrington Police Department, Hoffman Estates Police Department, Bolingbrook Police Department, Western Springs Police Department and Evanston Police Department - http://www.tentwonews.com/photo-gallery-national-night-out-2018/

A little rain couldn't dampen the spirit of Chicago-area National Night Out activities during annual police-community celebrations across the suburbs.

30/07/2018
50 Badges Archives - Ten Two News

The Ten Two News Monday Roll Call Newsletter returns on Aug. 6.

In the meantime, catch up on all our profiles - http://www.tentwonews.com/category/50-badges/

50 Badges: Tulsa Police Officer Joshua Metcalf – Oklahoma Jul 29, 2018 Dan Campana Comments Off on 50 Badges: Tulsa Police Officer Joshua Metcalf – Oklahoma Oklahoma officer has embraced Special Olympics since his Explorer days

30/07/2018
50 Badges: Tulsa Police Officer Joshua Metcalf – Oklahoma - Ten Two News

"In this profession, you see a lot of people on what sometimes is the worst day of their life. To deal with this you have to have some kind of therapy, and the Special Olympics is a big part of my therapy." - Tulsa Police Department Officer Joshua Metcalf.

- http://www.tentwonews.com/50-badges-tulsa-police-officer-joshua-metcalf-oklahoma/

Special Olympics Oklahoma

Tulsa Police Officer Joshua Metcalf first got involved with Special Olympics as a police explorer. In seven years on the job, he's embraced the spirit of the cause through his efforts to support Special Olympics athletes.

26/07/2018
Evanston police chief heading for retirement - Ten Two News

News & Notes featuring: Evanston Police Department Chief announces retirement; Illinois State Police District 15 K-9 to get vest through Vested Interest in K9s, Inc.; after popularity of Live PD on A&E appearance, Lake County IL Sheriff's Office heading back to TV with Lifetime's "Women on Patrol" - http://www.tentwonews.com/evanston-police-chief-heading-for-retirement/

Evanston's Eddington nears 44 years in law enforcement; ISP K-9 'Bullet' to get protective vest; Lake County Sheriff's Office headed back to TV.

22/07/2018
50 Badges: East Fallowfield Officer Gina Malarick – Pennsylvania - Ten Two News

“I have been in situations where suspects have become combative, but never in one where there was such a serious injury caused to a fellow officer." - East Fallowfield Township Police Officer Gina Malarick

- http://www.tentwonews.com/50-badges-east-fallowfield-police-gina-malarick-pennsylvania/

East Fallowfield Township Police Officer Gina Malarick jumped into the fray with a suspect twice her size to come to the aid of an injured fellow officer.

21/07/2018

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21/07/2018
From the Editor: Riverside officer inspires during cancer fight - Ten Two News

From Friday on TTN: Editor Dan Campana writes about Riverside Police Officer Chris Kudla's inspiring battle to stay on the job while battling cancer - and the supporters who keep showing him they have his back - http://www.tentwonews.com/from-the-editor-riverside-officer-inspires-during-cancer-fight/

Inspired by Riverside Police Officer Chris Kudla's drive to serve even while battling cancer, a multitude of supporters continue to have his back in a variety of ways.

12/07/2018
50 Badges: Kitsap County Deputy Brandon Myers - Washington - Ten Two News

“Honestly, I was waiting for Ashton Kutcher to come around the corner and tell me I’d been ‘Punk’d.' It was quite a humbling experience – especially seeing all the other amazing people from around the world and the amazing things they were doing.” - Kitsap County Sheriff's Office Deputy Brandon Myers on being included on the International Association of Chiefs of Police "40 under 40" list.

- http://www.tentwonews.com/50-badges-kitsap-county-deputy-brandon-myers-washington/

Kitsap County Sheriff's Deputy Brandon Myers started as a cadet at the age of 17. In just 15 years, his career has grown by leaps and bounds, leading him to be named to IACP's "40 under 40" list in 2017.

08/07/2018
50 Badges: Waterloo Police Officer Justin Brandt - Iowa - Ten Two News

“Had it not been for this career, in this city, I would’ve never thought of something like this. I’m thankful each and every day I wake up that I’ve been given this opportunity to collaborate with so many truly awesome people and start a movement that will eventually create a huge impact for generations to come.” - Waterloo Police Department Officer Justin Brandt

- http://www.tentwonews.com/50-badges-waterloo-police-officer-justin-brandt-iowa/

Hail Mary Project

Waterloo Police Officer Justin Brandt's love of sports and humanitarian spirit inspired him to start the Hail Mary Project to help at-risk children.

01/07/2018

TTN will be back with more positive police news and profiles on July 8.

The Monday Roll Call Newsletter returns on July 9.

Have a safe holiday week!

27/06/2018
50 Badges: South Jordan Sgt. Josh Whatcott – Utah - Ten Two News

“This case will always have a lasting impression on my heart. I still see her every few weeks at her home for coffee. Indeed, it’s an example of what comes through service and love for others." - South Jordan Police Department Sgt. Josh Whatcott

- http://www.tentwonews.com/50-badges-south-jordan-sgt-josh-whatcott-utah/

In Utah, South Jordan Police Sgt. Josh Whatcott believes in showing others love and respect as part of a solid approach to community policing. Doing so earned him the department's Distinguished Service Medal.

23/06/2018

The National Public Safety Football League National Championship will be on the line here today as the CPD Enforcers take on NYPD Finest Football Team for the title.

23/06/2018
'Squad Car Night' to honor Bolingbrook police officer - Ten Two News

From Friday on TTN: News & Notes featuring squad car show The Promenade Bolingbrook for Bolingbrook Police Department officer; Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police Chief of the Year award winner retiring; and Aftermath Cares grant program for local officers - http://www.tentwonews.com/squad-car-night-to-honor-bolingbrook-police-officer/

Bolingbrook Police Officer Stephen Alexander to be remembered at car show; ILACP award-winning chief to retire; Aftermath doling out grants to officers

21/06/2018
50 Badges: Bowling Green Officer Jason Franks - Kentucky - Ten Two News

“Wearing the badge is not about me being the police, some special guy who’s somehow important and in charge … (it’s) about carrying the responsibility of my community’s safety and trust above my heart every day." City of Bowling Green, KY - Municipal Government Police Officer Jason Franks

- http://www.tentwonews.com/50-badges-bowling-green-officer-jason-franks-kentucky/

Enduring personal challenges and tragedy helped refocus Bowling Green Police Officer Jason Franks on his role serving the community. His positive efforts earned him the department's 2017 Officer of the Year award.

18/06/2018
50 Badges Bonus: Police work a family affair for Texas officer - Ten Two News

“Being a police officer for the past 17 years has been one of the proudest and most humbling achievements of my life. However, the one thing that gives me even more pride than my job is the fact my kids chose to follow me in the same profession.” - Beaumont Police Officer Robert Rector

It's a bonus from Texas for Father's Day - http://www.tentwonews.com/50-badges-bonus-police-work-a-family-affair-for-texas-officer/

Beaumont Police Officer Robert Rector found his law enforcement career later than most, but his choice set a path into police work that his three children have followed in Texas.

17/06/2018
Torch Run raises $4.5 million for Special Olympics Illinois - Ten Two News

The Illinois Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics culminated Friday night with the presentation of a $4.5 million check to Special Olympics Illinois. All week, officers from around the state carried the Flame of Hope on its way to the 2018 Summer Games.

Our photo gallery shows how just a few of the departments - including Alsip Police Department, Beecher Police Department, Lake Forest Police Department, Niles Police Department (IL), Addison Police Department, Vernon Hills Police Department, Rockford Illinois Police Department and Hanover Park Police Department - did their part for this worthy cause.

http://www.tentwonews.com/torch-run-raises-4-5-million-for-special-olympics-illinois/

The Illinois Law Enforcement Torch Run culminated Friday night at the 2018 Special Olympics Illinois Summer Games Opening Ceremonies in Normal.

15/06/2018
50 Badges: Marietta Officer Nick St. Onge - Georgia - Ten Two News

“I tell people all the time that I was in the right place at the right time and trained to serve my community. It’s always been about serving. My hope is that more people will see stories like this and we can continue to hold the public’s trust." Marietta, Georgia Police Department Officer Nick St. Onge on saving a choking infant.

- http://www.tentwonews.com/50-badges-marietta-officer-nick-st-onge-georgia/

Trusting in his training - and a solid belief in the importance of helping others - guided Marietta Police Officer Nick St. Onge as he revived a choking infant last month.

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