Columbus misses mayor's hope for police recruiting, efforts continue to attract officers

The city of Columbus has fallen short of an “ambitious” police recruiting goal from Mayor Andrew Ginther, but the mayor continues to say additional officers are ...
Lawrence Journal-World

Lawrence police chief tells community group about recruiting challenges; perception that city dislikes police is hurting

Lawrence Police Chief Rich Lockhart interacts with the crowd at Lawrence chamber of commerce event on Dec. 10, 2025. At one point, Lawrence Police Chief Rich Lockhart liked his odds. His department ...
Officer

Conn. State Police Makes Recruitment Push with Possible Loss of 20% of Force by 2027

Connecticut State Police have launched an aggressive, year-round recruiting push as nearly 175 troopers — almost 20% of the force — become eligible to retire by 2027, raising concerns about staffing ...
WGRZ

Buffalo Police officer union president raises recruiting concerns amidst officer retirements

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Mayor Sean Ryan and his administration have explained they face many financial challenges in the coming years and in addition perhaps a challenge with contract negotiations with the ...