More than two years after local police became mandatory in municipalities, they are now acting as 'universal soldiers' for various services, but a lack of training opportunities is hindering their effectiveness.

Police have arrested a man from the vicinity of Kruševac on suspicion of breaking into four scrap metal facilities from which he stole copper, the local police department announced today.

Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is providing substantial funding to local police departments to aid in immigration enforcement efforts. Research indicates that this collaboration has negatively impacted U.S. workers.

Mayor Ciprian Ciucu is reorganizing the Local Police, eliminating 130 positions, which represents 25% of the posts. The reorganization project was approved by the General Council on Tuesday.

The Barcelona City Council aims to create an attractive profile for young audiences as La Urbana, the local police force, joins TikTok.

A local police officer lost control of a patrol car in Bucharest, causing it to crash into a tram line construction zone on Basarabia Boulevard. The officer sustained injuries in the incident.

PETA India, in collaboration with local police, successfully intervened to stop a planned animal sacrifice at a temple in Telangana, citing legal prohibitions against such practices.

Indian gangster Salim Dola, reportedly linked to Dawood, has been detained in Turkey following a joint operation by Turkish national intelligence and local police, acting on an Interpol Red Corner Notice.

A wild elephant invaded a community in Oyo, Nigeria, killing one person and leaving another missing, according to local police reports. The incident caused alarm among residents.

Montenegro's National Security Agency (ANB) has recommended increased security measures and border controls across the country. This decision comes as local police officials have ordered additional ca

A taxi driver in Valencia was arrested by local police for operating without a license, driving under the influence with an alcohol level three times the legal limit, and attempting to flee with four passengers aboard.

Following a police action against three call centers in Tirana, a security expert suggested investigating local police for potentially overlooking the recruitment of foreign workers.

A kidnap victim in Ondo State, Nigeria, fought back against an abductor, injuring the suspect and leading to their arrest by local police.

Lithuanian marketing specialist Monika Ra was detained by Dubai police after a false report accused her of prostitution, leading her to spend a day at the local police station.

A free rave event, Eggtek in Lulworth, Dorset, reportedly turned violent, leading to police deploying a riot squad. Organizers and local police have presented conflicting accounts regarding how the trouble began at the Easter event.

Three purebred dogs that escaped from a property in Mysłowice, Poland, were found by a resident and subsequently waited for their owner at the local police station.

The Indian Supreme Court has directed the National Investigation Agency (NIA) to assume control of the First Information Reports (FIRs) concerning the gherao of judicial officers in Malda, taking the case over from local police.

A snowmobile driver has died in Bruksvallarna, Sweden, after colliding with a house wall, according to local police reports.

A viaduct in Montenero collapsed after three days of continuous rain, with a local police commander narrowly avoiding the incident. The event highlights concerns from residents who feel forgotten by authorities.

Philippine National Police are investigating a local terrorist group's possible involvement in a deadly ambush in Maguindanao del Sur. The attack killed five police officers and wounded three others.

Major Scottish gangland figure Steven Lyons was arrested in Bali shortly after arriving on a flight from Singapore and subsequently paraded by local police, following joint raids in Scotland and Spain that led to 13 other arrests.

A grand jury in a rural Colorado county has issued indictments against more than half of the local police officers.

A 43-year-old Czech monk was reportedly killed by a leopard in Kumana National Park, Sri Lanka, according to local police and a Sri Lankan news outlet.

A man in his mid-80s has died following a fall accident in Frogn, Norway, according to local police.

A joint operation by Korçë Local Police and the Border and Migration Directorate led to the discovery of 30 kg of cannabis at the Kapshtica Border Crossing Point. A Greek citizen was arrested for hiding the narcotics.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis stated that a Zero FIR registered in Bengaluru concerning a Baramati air crash case is an attempt to defame Maharashtra, arguing such FIRs are only for victims unable to approach local police.

MANILA, Philippines — A teenage girl who had been missing for five days was found dead “hanging from a tree” in a private compound in Pasig City, the local police said on Tuesday.

The smartwatch found on the body of Christian Pilnacek has presented difficulties for investigators, with IT forensic experts commissioned by the WKStA only partially able to extract data, while local police initially struggled.

A triple shooting incident at a party in north Charlotte resulted in one fatality and two injuries, prompting a local police investigation.

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There is discontent within the National Police in Pamplona as the Local Police are reportedly investigating serious crimes, including sexual assaults, despite not having the proper jurisdiction for such cases.

A preschool worker at Garðasel in Akranes, Iceland, is suspected of sexual abuse against a child at the facility, with the case currently under investigation by local police.

Despite expectations of many people needing assistance at mass aid centers, no accidents have been reported on the Northwest Highway during a storm, according to the local police chief.

Dhaka residents have been advised that they can deposit their valuables at local police stations for safekeeping during the upcoming Eid vacation period.

A Polish national has been arrested on suspicion of espionage at the American Base in Souda Bay, Greece, prompting heightened alert among local police authorities.

Blake Miguez, a 44-year-old Louisiana Republican congressional candidate endorsed by Donald Trump, is facing a newly disclosed 2007 rape accusation that was reported to local police but never led to criminal charges.

A jihadist group has claimed responsibility for an explosion at a synagogue in Liège, with the claim reaching local police.

A Chinese national who exposed illegal operations at a factory in Loznica, Serbia, claims to have suffered brutality at the hands of local police before being deported to Bosnia.

A public gathering in Sarajevo, announced as a peaceful walk in support of children and people in Iran, was banned by local police due to security risks.

The mayor of Santander, Gema Igual, will sanction local police for failing to communicate a warning about the dangerous El Bocal walkway, which collapsed 28 hours after a resident's call, causing six deaths.

A bridge collapse in Cantabria, Spain, has resulted in six fatalities, with a seventh victim in stable condition. Authorities had previously warned local police about the bridge's dangerous state.

A 58-year-old woman has been placed under judicial control for 60 days after allegedly intentionally hitting a local police officer with her car during a conflict in Bucharest.

A fire broke out in a room at the Luis Benvenuty Morales nursing home in El Puerto de Santa María, Spain, leading to the evacuation of 61 people. No serious injuries were reported thanks to the quick response of firefighters and local police.

A car driver died in a collision with a truck on the Crikvenica bypass after attempting to overtake a column of vehicles, according to local police.

A Columbia University student was released from federal custody after being detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents. The agents allegedly posed as local police officers to gain access to a student residence.

Despite poor road conditions and visibility on Fagradal road, a collision occurred with no reported injuries, according to local police.

Podgorica registered 433 thefts last year, with January of this year seeing 22 more reported thefts than the same month last year, according to local police.

Day care workers in Des Plaines have been charged with hitting and dragging children, according to local police.

A controversy has erupted in Canet de Mar over the approval of 30,000 euros for local police overtime, with socialists denouncing a lack of planning and warning that only nine officers cover five operational shifts.

The Secret Service and local police fatally shot an armed man, identified as Austin Tucker Martin, after he breached the security perimeter of Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago complex in Palm Beach, Florida. Martin reportedly had no firearm experience and enjoyed golf.

Local police in Bucharest issued 41 new fines to sector mayors for deficiencies in snow removal efforts, with Sector 6 receiving the majority of the penalties.

A Hongkonger has been beaten on the head with a beer bottle while visiting Sapporo, prompting the Chinese consulate in the Japanese city to again warn against travel to the country amid frayed bilateral ties. The consulate said the attack occurred at a restaurant in the early hours of Wednesday and that Japanese police had arrested a suspect at the scene. “The [consulate] has made representations to the local police, requiring the police to seriously hold the perpetrators accountable in...

Mme Pelicot’s innate dignity shines through, as she explains why she waived her anonymity – after her husband drugged her so that dozens of men could sexually assault her It’s hard to judge an interview with Gisèle Pelicot in the normal terms. Let’s start with the easy bit: Victoria Derbyshire is the ideal interlocutor. The co-presenter of Newsnight has a kind of steely warmth that meshes well with the innate dignity of Mme Pelicot – as she is called throughout – while they walk unflinchingly through her terrible story. Her “descent into hell” began on 2 November 2020 when the local police called her and her husband, Dominique Pelicot, to the station. They believed it was to do with his recent arrest for covertly taking pictures underneath the skirts of three women in the supermarket. It was not. In the course of that investigation they had found on his laptop thousands upon thousands of videos and photographs accumulated over a decade of his wife unconscious and being raped by strangers. Continue reading...

A Florida activist concluded his five-day protest on a Washington D.C. bridge, which had caused intermittent traffic disruptions and required negotiations with local police.

Bucharest City Hall announced that outdoor speakers installed by terraces and restaurants in the Old Town have been removed following inspections by the Local Police. Over 50 establishments were checked, and actions are continuing, emphasizing the need to respect public space.

A nine-year-old girl who was reported missing in Novi Sad has been found alive and well, according to local police, bringing a safe resolution to the search.

Cluj-Napoca's local administration tested a €40,000 "latest generation" drone, which will be used by the Local Police to monitor the city and manage on-ground situations.

One person has died after a vehicle crashed into a health club in Oregon, according to local police reports.

Bucharest City Hall has decided to reorganize the Municipal Local Police, which will result in the reduction of half of its management positions, though the number of police officers will remain unchanged.

Four individuals have been arrested in the Rocafonda neighborhood of Mataró in a joint operation by the Mossos d'Esquadra and the local police targeting drug trafficking.

A court has ruled that a 2023 Texas law, which permits state and local police officers to arrest and deport individuals who illegally cross the Mexico border, is legal. The decision, which had previously been paused, is expected to face further appeals.

A new local police force will begin operations in Dudelange, Luxembourg, on June 1st, aiming to increase citizen proximity in the city center.

A rescue helicopter is en route to Holmestrand, Norway, following a serious motorcycle accident involving one person, according to local police.

A young doctor was tragically shot dead near Karachi's Mehran Hotel, prompting local police to lodge a case and begin an investigation into the incident.

Two Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officers were stopped by security personnel at Raj Bhavan in Odisha and subsequently taken to a local police station. The officers reportedly offered to take a breathalyzer test during the incident.

A beaver caused a stir by entering a store in a Canadian city, appearing disoriented and lost near the entrance. Local police were called to assist the animal, humorously documenting the incident on social media.

A man in North Jersey has died after being attacked by three pit bulls, according to local police.

New details have surfaced regarding the 2018 disappearance of Tiphaine Véron, a 36-year-old French woman in Nikko, Japan, with a local police report indicating that dogs detected her scent in the area two months after she vanished.

The lifeless body of an 83-year-old man was discovered in a pond near his home in Oedelem, West Flanders province, according to local police.

Bandits attacked a local police station in Katsina, Nigeria, killing a police officer and two other individuals.

Multiple drivers have died in a head-on collision on Interstate 77 in South Carolina, according to local police.

Local police in Antwerp have successfully located and apprehended two convicted criminals involved in separate cases: a fugitive drug trafficker and an internationally wanted perpetrator of violence.

North Macedonia's Ministry of Interior, in cooperation with local police, is conducting an operation against child pornography.

A biker was charred to death in Karnataka following a collision with a bus that ignited a fire, prompting an investigation by local police.

A 65-year-old man in Novi Zagreb, Croatia, reportedly shot at a passing car with an air rifle on Saturday evening, an incident that is currently under investigation by local police.

A minor was found intoxicated on a pedestrian street in Patras, leading to the arrest of two men by local police early Sunday morning in connection with the incident.

Following recent immigration arrests, California lawmakers are raising concerns about the extent to which local police are sharing information with federal authorities.

A kangaroo named Chesney, known for wearing pants, has escaped from a petting zoo in Wisconsin, prompting local police to seek public assistance in locating the marsupial.

A school in Schaffhausen, Switzerland, was evacuated and a large police operation was launched after a report was received by local police on Thursday morning.

A man was injured by a shot from a pneumatic pistol during a conflict in Jurbarkas, Lithuania, according to local police.

A 72-year-old woman was hospitalized after being attacked by a pack of ten dogs in Tomiño, Pontevedra, with local police investigating to identify the owner.

An NPR analysis reveals that ICE deployments have led to chaos for U.S. cities, costing local police departments millions in overtime bills and causing multi-million dollar hits to businesses during peak enforcement surges.

A tragic accident on Latvian roads over the weekend resulted in three fatalities after a collision between a BMW and a Toyota, with local police confirming that neither driver was licensed.

A five-year-old child tragically died after falling from the ninth floor of an apartment building in Bucharest, Romania. Local police have launched an investigation into the incident.

Several states are attempting to pass legislation that would require federal immigration agents and local police involved in immigration enforcement to identify themselves.

A man in his 70s has died in an accident in Gislaved municipality, Sweden, after a tree fell on him, according to local police.

Rhode Island Democrats have proposed legislation to ban local police forces from hiring individuals who served as ICE agents during the Trump administration, intensifying state-level opposition to federal immigration enforcement.

A man has been arrested in Valencia for the sexual assault of an 11-year-old minor during the Fallas festival. Separately, local police also intervened to prevent a woman from attempting to jump from the Giorgeta bridge.

A knife attack in Linz, Upper Austria, on Saturday resulted in the death of one pedestrian and serious injuries to another, according to local police.

Bucharest Mayor Ciprian Ciucu has instructed local police to verify that heavy vehicles pay the access fee for central and semi-central areas, announcing increased penalties after personal checks revealed non-compliance.

The FBI is set to open an office in Ecuador to collaborate with local police in investigating organized crime, as Ecuador faces a surge in violence related to the cocaine trade.

The Finnish Police Board is considering the closure or property changes for up to 21 police stations and service points, a plan that has sparked mixed reactions within local police departments.

A judge has summoned local police and emergency services (112) to testify regarding the Santander walkway collapse that killed six young people, as they reportedly received a warning about its poor condition the day before the incident.

A border resident spotted the mortar shell lying in a secluded area of Brari village in the Sawjian sector and alerted the Army unit and the local police post, they said.

A woman died at the scene after being hit by a train while crossing tracks in Maribor, Slovenia, according to local police.

Dominic Fritz, the mayor of Timișoara, has announced a new round of job reductions, eliminating approximately 150 positions at the City Hall and an additional 80 at the Local Police.

Two men, including a prominent gang figure, have been arrested on Lolland, Denmark, by the National Unit for Special Crime and local police on suspicion of drug offenses and money laundering.

A 37-year-old man was injured in Niš after being stabbed in the stomach following a fight in an apartment, local police reported.

The Local Police have acted to identify the perpetrators, who accessed private property to perform the stunt.

Police in Bor, Serbia, will file criminal charges against two individuals suspected of stealing copper cables worth 1,285,000 dinars from a Chinese firm. The local police department announced the arrests today.

A 22-year-old man has been charged in connection with an attempted robbery of a taxi driver in western Thessaloniki last March, following an investigation by local police.

Bucharest's Local Police have issued fines totaling 760,000 lei to sanitation operators for their 'defective' handling of snow removal operations over the past week.

A city in the United Kingdom is experiencing a surge in prostitution, prompting local police to adopt unusual tactics, including collaborating with sex workers, to manage the dangerous situation.

Valencia has introduced a new local police unit that will patrol bike lanes on electric scooters. Twelve officers will cover 200 kilometers of the cycling network to enhance safety and reduce accidents involving personal mobility vehicles.

US secret service and local police officers shot and killed an intruder armed with a shotgun early on Sunday after he breached the perimeter at Donald Trump's resort in Palm Beach, Florida, law enforcement officials said. Trump was not at his residence at the time Secret Service shot and killed armed man who breached Trump’s Mar-a-Lago residence Continue reading...

An attack on a Hong Kong man in the Japanese city of Sapporo that triggered travel warnings from Chinese authorities was reportedly caused by a dispute over “dining etiquette”. According to Japanese media this week, a 50-year-old company executive was arrested by local police officers on suspicion of striking the tourist with a bottle on Wednesday. The attack prompted the Chinese consulate in Sapporo to issue a warning advising against travel to Japan. The Hong Kong government contacted the...

The family of missing woman Nancy Guthrie has been cleared as possible suspects by local police, who are now in the third week of their search.

A tragic accident in Durrës, Albania, resulted in the deaths of two children, prompting the dismissal of the local police director. Authorities have since announced new measures and stricter penalties for drivers in response to the incident.

Two fifth graders visited a local police station on April 4 to deliver handwritten letters to officers, expressing admiration for the people who do the job they hope to have one day.

The Bucharest Local Police is undergoing a reorganization that will reduce the total number of positions from 514 to 384, following a decision by the General Council of Bucharest.

A driver was fined 5,000 lei by Bucharest Local Police for attempting to cross the city center with a concrete mixer without the required Zone A permit.

Barcelona's local police, the Guardia Urbana, has launched a new TikTok profile. The initiative aims to build trust and foster empathy with residents aged 16 to 45.

Farmers in Marneuli, Georgia, protested issues related to the sale of their produce, resulting in the brief detention of two individuals by local police.

A murder stemming from a long-standing rivalry has led to clashes and arson in Tamatia, Banswara, Rajasthan, with tensions remaining high as both sides staged a sit-in at the local police station.

Bucharest City Hall has issued a strict directive for the "Open Streets 2026" event, prohibiting music above legal limits, with local police actively inspecting terraces on Calea Victoriei.

Local Police in Algeciras, Spain, have detected 178 irregularities in the registration process for foreign citizens, including individuals registered at occupied or ruined houses.

Injured foreign tourists were successfully rescued in a northern Vietnamese province thanks to swift action by local police.

Youths in Kundiawa have voluntarily surrendered equipment used for making homebrew alcohol to local police authorities.

A local police officer in Craiova, Romania, is facing disciplinary action and a criminal investigation after allegedly assaulting a child for not using a designated bicycle path in a park.

Racist comments about a new mayor and his decision to disarm local police are fueling a culture war in a notorious immigrant suburb in France. The article highlights the ongoing debate about the power shift in the area.

Monika Sesickaitė, known as Monika Ra, a Lithuanian marketing specialist living in Dubai, was detained by local police for a day after a false report accused her of prostitution.

A seal, known locally as Sammy, caused traffic to be diverted in Australia after it decided to take a nap on the roadway, prompting local police to place cones around it.

A six-year-old girl who went missing in Anhui, Eastern China, has been found murdered, and local police have arrested a suspect in connection with the crime.

A man was apprehended in Novi Sad, Serbia, after he stole a car at gunpoint and subsequently fired shots at local police officers.

The US federal government's Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is reportedly changing its strategy, opting for cooperation with local police authorities for migration management instead of violent operations, following incidents like those in Minnesota.

A 20-year-old man was tragically stabbed to death in northwest Delhi following a dispute near Haiderpur Nahar, according to local police.

Maria Eugènia Gay, councilor for the Sarrià-Sant Gervasi district in Barcelona, announced plans to add 200 public housing units within three years. She also confirmed that the long-awaited cultural center will be built in Can Ponsic once the local police station relocates.

A three-car collision occurred on Holtavörðuheiði in Iceland due to icy conditions, resulting in minor injuries according to local police.

The Icelandic Coast Guard provided assistance to local police in East Iceland during a law enforcement operation.

One person was killed in a traffic accident that occurred on the Podgorica – Danilovgrad Boulevard in Lužnice, Montenegro, according to local police.

The Public Prosecutor's Office in Zaječar has dismissed the criminal charges filed by journalist Miljko Stojanović against the local police chief.

Tensions have arisen between British police and the government regarding who will cover the security costs for Donald Trump's visit to Windsor, with local police seeking reimbursement for expenses.

The Svoboda party office in Maribor, Slovenia, has been targeted by vandals in a new attack, with local police confirming an investigation is underway.

Six individuals armed with machetes attacked a man in Grand-Yoff, Senegal, leading to the arrest of three suspects by local police.

A 25-year-old man from Rotterdam, Netherlands, died after colliding with a snowmaking machine while skiing in Austria. Local police are investigating the incident.

Antwerp local police conducted nine searches and arrested four individuals last week, dismantling a Dutch drug trafficking network operating in Belgium.

Pahang, Malaysia, recorded a total of 9,833 road accidents throughout 2025, with 108 of these cases resulting in fatalities, according to local police.

Tirana Local Police Directorate services concluded another phase of the 'Catch' operation, arresting three wanted individuals accused of drug-related crimes and severe theft.

Operatives from PDEA-9 and local police arrested eight suspects and confiscated approximately P13.6 million worth of suspected shabu in three separate anti-drug operations across Zamboanga City and Lanao del Norte.

Residents of Mouraria, frustrated by increasing insecurity and a lack of resources for local police, collectively purchased a computer for the 4th police station to assist their efforts.

Several solar parks in Western Estonia have been subjected to theft and vandalism, prompting local police to launch multiple investigations into the incidents.

A taxi driver was killed in a traffic accident in southern Athens, prompting local police to investigate the circumstances of the fatal crash.

Two individuals were stabbed during a large brawl involving approximately 20 people in Ishøj, Denmark, according to local police reports.

The Railway Protection Force (RPF) and local police have jointly conducted an awareness programme.

Bucharest's General Mayor, Ciprian Ciucu, expressed dismay over the degradation and neglect in the city center, noting the public authority was 'anemic' and local police 'non-existent' after a tour.

The Home Office has acknowledged that housing asylum seekers in military bases, such as Crowborough army base, will put significant pressure on local police forces, leading to discussions about additional funding.

Santander's local administration denies responsibility for the maintenance of a footbridge where six people died, claiming it was not a 'liquidated work' and pointing blame at the ministry, despite prior warnings to local police.

Police were alerted when a citizen reported a dark-skinned man filming outside the military base in Pachi Megaron. Police forces arrived and detained the individual at the local police station.

The Central agency took over the case after investigation by local police revealed potential implications affecting public health, economic security, and national interest

Valencia's anti-squatting office has received only two calls and two emails for information in two months, despite local police managing 615 interventions related to illegal occupations.

In a chilling revelation that has rattled the industrial hub of Gujarat's Morbi, local police have unearthed a gruesome conspiracy involving kidnapping, murder and an attempt to destroy evidence.

Denver Mayor Mike Johnston has issued an executive order authorizing local police to detain ICE agents for excessive use of force and ordering protection for protesters. This move directly challenges federal immigration crackdowns and restricts federal operations on city property.

After New York police officers were also hit by snowballs, the mayor tried to lighten the mood. The police did not appreciate this.

Residents in a Southern California city are demanding that local police cease allowing federal immigration agents to train at a publicly owned firing range.

Local police in Bucharest, Romania, rescued a protected great crested grebe that had fallen in the snow in a courtyard, likely due to exhaustion or adverse weather conditions.

Bucharest's Local Police issued 25 fines totaling 44,000 lei in the city center for businesses and homeowner associations that failed to clear snow from sidewalks.

Influencer Violeta Mangriñán has reported death threats against her daughters to local police after receiving a barrage of messages criticizing her for wishing a happy Ramadan while featuring ham and beer.

Teacher Loses Career Over Two-Word Facebook Post Supporting ICE James Heidorn, who taught at Gary Elementary School in West Chicago, found himself at the center of a community firestorm that cost him not just his teaching position but his identity as an educator, all for posting two words on Facebook: "Go ICE."  The incident began in late January when Heidorn, a 14-year physical education teacher, responded to a news story about a local police department pledging cooperation with Immigration and Customs Enforcement. His personal Facebook post sparked immediate backlash in the heavily Hispanic district, with local activists circulating screenshots and demanding action against him. School officials quickly notified Heidorn on Jan. 22 about growing social media chatter. After meeting with HR staff that same day, he resigned briefly, then rescinded his decision hours later. He was set to return on Monday pending an investigation. The investigation never got that chance. "This process has been professionally and personally devastating and surreal," former West Chicago teacher James Heidorn told Fox News Digital. "I’ve spent 14 years building my career, pouring my heart into teaching kids, building relationships and being a positive role model. To see it all upended over two simple words, ‘Go ICE,’ where I expressed my personal support for law enforcement felt like a severe blow to my career." Indeed, the outcry was relentless.  Illinois state Sen. Karina Villa, a Democrat, publicly condemned the post. "I stand in unwavering solidarity with families upset about the disturbing comments reportedly made by an educator," Villa said. West Chicago Mayor Daniel Bovey joined the pile-on before any investigation concluded. In a Saturday Facebook video, he explained why Heidorn's comments were "hurtful" and "offensive" to the community. "So to have someone cavalierly rooting on—as if it's a football game or something, yeah go—events which have traumatized these children… that is the issue," Bovey said. Meanwhile, parents organized online, planning a boycott by keeping their kids from school, and the city held a “listening session” on Jan. 26 at Bovey’s request, complete with a Spanish translator. Attendees described the post as "cruel" and said "kids do not feel safe." Heidorn maintained that his post meant nothing beyond supporting law enforcement. "This started with a two-word comment on my personal Facebook page supporting law enforcement—nothing more," Heidorn said. "It wasn't directed at any student, family or school community." The distinction made no difference to the community or to the school administrators. "I was placed on leave and faced intense pressure before any full investigation or fair process could play out, with this it led to my resignation," Heidorn said. He resigned a second time rather than face termination after a hearing with school officials. A West Chicago Elementary School District 33 spokesperson called the post "disruptive" and said it "raised concerns and caused disruption for students, families and staff." The district declined to specify which rule Heidorn violated or whether teachers who publicly disrupt in favor of opposing immigration enforcement would face similar consequences. In fact, teachers across the country have protested President Trump's immigration policies without repercussions. In Chicago specifically, teachers even stormed a Target and harassed employees over the same policies without losing their jobs. But expressing support for law enforcement in Chicago is apparently controversial.  "It does feel like a double standard—due to my viewpoint being different from others within the community that I taught in," Heidorn said. "Fairness should apply equally, regardless of those viewpoints. If personal political speech is grounds for punishment, it should be consistent—not selective based on what side you're on." The fallout extended beyond his teaching position. Heidorn lost his coaching job at a nearby private school. He must now inform future employers that he resigned and explain why. "I really don't know what is next for me, as the teaching profession has been, up to this point in time, all that I ever wanted to do," Heidorn said. He earned a master's degree in educational leadership to become the best teacher possible. Now he spends time healing. "I lost my career, my income and the chance to close out my time with my students properly—no farewell, no goodbyes," Heidorn said. Despite the loud outcry, Heidorn has received some local support, including a GoFundMe being set up for him.  “James Heidorn, a beloved physical education teacher at Gary Elementary School, resigned after a single social media comment ignited outrage and a one-sided account that quickly spiraled beyond control,” the GoFundMe page reads. “What followed was not reflection or fairness, but permanent consequences that have changed the course of his life.” As for his future, he’s not sure what’s going to happen. "I really don’t know what is next for me, as the teaching profession has been, up to this point in time, all that I ever wanted to do," he said. "It is all I have ever studied for and teaching is what has defined me. Even advancing my education with a master's degree in educational leadership because I wanted to become the best teacher I can be." Heidorn said he’s exploring other options in education or related fields. “I want people to know I’m grateful for the outpouring of support from those who reached out, donated or shared my story,” he said. “It reminds me that most people value fairness and second chances. I’m determined to move forward positively and keep contributing to kids’ lives in whatever way I can.” Tyler Durden Wed, 02/18/2026 - 16:40