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Family Lays Wreath for Fallen Trooper Kevin Ramirez Vasquez AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) today honored the legacy of DPS officers and non-commissioned employees who lost their lives in the line of duty at this year’s annual Peace Officers Memorial Service in Austin. Held at the DPS Fallen Officers Memorial, today’s service […]
AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is increasing patrols statewide as part of its annual All-American enforcement campaign ahead of the Memorial Day Holiday. From May 12 through May 26, the Texas Highway Patrol (THP) will focus on enforcing seat belt laws and promoting safe driving behaviors to reduce crashes and save lives. […]
AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) proudly announces the graduation of two new K-9 teams and three certified K-9 Tech Trainers, bolstering DPS’ detection and tracking operations. These teams will serve as a critical resource in enhancing public safety, supporting narcotics detection, tracking operations and broader law enforcement efforts across Texas. “Our […]
Bullard Police Chief Jeff Bragg awards Tabitha Mejia for being top of her class. Pictured second, recruits Isaiah McNair, Tabitha Mejia and Cody Rowan are shown with Mayor Shirley Coe (Middle). The Bullard Police Department has recently welcomed three new officers to the team. Public Information Officer Sergeant Judith Tuell recently sat down with Officers […]
Storm Damage at Data Center Causes Issues with Information Transmission AUSTIN –The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is notifying drivers that they may experience a delay in obtaining an emissions inspection for vehicles registered in emissions counties due to intermittent connectivity issues. The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (TCEQ) has notified DPS that the company it […]
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) will increase patrols beginning this weekend to ensure drivers stay focused and avoid distractions while driving. April 7 through April 14, the Texas Highway Patrol (THP) will conduct its annual Distracted Driving traffic enforcement campaign—looking for drivers who are texting, failing to Move Over or Slow down or otherwise distracted […]
The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) will increase patrols on roads beginning this weekend to ensure motorists drive responsibly this spring break and St. Patrick’s Day. March 8 through March 17, the Texas Highway Patrol (THP) will conduct its annual Spring Break and St. Patrick’s Day traffic enforcement campaign—looking for people who are speeding, […]
AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) will hold its legacy run for Recruit Class C-2024 on Friday, March 14, 2025. The four-mile run will take off early Friday morning from DPS headquarters and end at the Texas State Capitol. DPS first implemented the run – which was originally an eight-mile route – […]
On February 13, Police Officer Kyle Stowers of Smith County Precinct 3 celebrated with Whitehouse High School Criminal Justice Club members Blair, Kaitlynn, and Kailynn after their success in a regional 911 Call Taking competition. The team’s hard work and dedication earned them medals and a spot in the state competition in March. Download QR […]
