CHICAGO (WLS) -- It's National Police Week. The Chicago Police Memorial Foundation aims to help make sure officers are safe by replacing thousands of bulletproof vests. "Get Behind the Vest" is a ...
Apr. 10—Federal funds are helping local police officers perform their jobs with updated safety equipment. The city council approved the purchase of bulletproof vests and authorized a partnership grant ...
Twaron and Kevlar are brand names for aramid fibres, which are strong as steel yet much lighter. They are used to make bulletproof vests, strong ropes, and high-performance car tires, for example.
The Robeson County shootings reminded people of the dangers law enforcement offficers face. With a deadly shootout possible at almost any time, one might think that officers would be required to wear ...
Chicago gas station helping raise funds with every fill-up to buy bulletproof vests for CPD officers
A fundraiser this week on the Southwest Side helped people chip in to help make sure Chicago police officers are protected while on patrol. On a chilly afternoon in Mount Greenwood, at one of the few ...
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