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HPOU Runoff Voting, 10/12-10/16
Editorial Staff on 10.12.26
CLICK HERE TO VOTE – Starting 10/12 at 9 am Ends 10/16 at 3 pmRead more
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Protecting the Front Line: Early Detection & Financial Peace of Mind
Yvonna Lex, FRBT on 10.5.26
When Your Insurance Company Ghosts You
Kherkher Garcia, LLP on 10.5.26
Always the Lieutenant – Remembering Nelson “Tuffy” Zoch
Brian J. Harris, Ret. Homicide 2016 on 10.5.26
October 2026 Training Schedule
Editorial Staff on 10.5.26
Halloween Scavenger Hunt!
Editorial Staff on 10.5.26
Be Rynlee’s Miracle!
Shannon Barker, Editor on 09.8.26
2026 ATO Badges & Bogeys – Teams Are Limited!
Editorial Staff on 09.8.26
September 2026 Training Schedule
Editorial Staff on 09.8.26
Back to School Season Brings New Traffic Risks for Parents & Kids
Kherkher Garcia, LLP on 09.8.26
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2026 HPOU & HPBT Benefits Fair, 10/28
Editorial Staff on 10.5.26
HPOU Family Picnic, 11/14
Editorial Staff on 10.5.26
Blood Drive, 10/7
Editorial Staff on 10.5.26
Breast Cancer Awareness Pink Patch Hats, 10/1-10/31
Editorial Staff on 10.5.26
Registration Now Open! Badges & Bogeys, 11/16
Editorial Staff on 07.1.26
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With gratitude from members…
Editorial Staff on 09.8.26
The Vecera Family would like to thank Greg Green and the HPOU staff for getting the flyer out regarding the donation of White Blood Cells for the granddaughter of retired police officer Bryon Vecera and great-niece of Senior Police Officer Dale Vecera. We want to thank all of the HPD community that responded to MDRead more
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Quick Action Saves Shooting Victim
Editorial Staff on 09.8.26
On June 28th, 2026, Officers Singer and Wilkes were working a special assignment at FIFA Fan Fest. Shortly after noon, there was a call reporting a shooting just occurred a few blocks away. Due to the large crowd event in the immediate area, it was imperative that both officers render the scene safe. Upon arrival,Read more
Investigation Uncovers a Web of Violent Robberies
Editorial Staff on 09.8.26
On May 4, 2026, Detective Pabon was assigned an aggravated robbery/carjacking case for further investigation. Detective Pabon conducted an extensive review of related incidents, evidence, automated license plate reader (LPR) data, electronic records, video footage, recovered property, and suspect information. His investigative efforts connected multiple seemingly separate robberies and led to the identification and prosecutionRead more
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Trolls – The Musical Jr.
on 10.5.26
None of the advertisements in the Badge & Gun are to be considered as an endorsement by the HPOU. Don’t miss the premiere of the Christian Youth Theater Production of Trolls Jr. The Musical in Humble, TX. Running for 8 shows October 9-11 and October 16-18. Link for Discount Tickets https://www.cythouston.org/reseller/f302153b077cc13d466c08e1d0ad97cc Read more
Custom Pool Table for Sale
on 10.5.26
None of the advertisements in the Badge & Gun are to be considered as an endorsement by the HPOU. Offered is a Beautifull High End Tempo Solid Oak 8′ Pool Table Custom made in Houston by International Billiards INC. with five cue sticks and a black protective cover. It is in immaculate condition and hasRead more
Forest Park Westheimer Cemetery
on 09.8.26
None of the advertisements in the Badge & Gun are to be considered as an endorsement by the HPOU. Six spaces for sale at Forest Park Westheimer Cemetery Houston, Texas. Upright monument privileges on 2 spaces $8,500. each, Flat markers on 4 spaces $7,500. each. Spaces not being sold as single lots, can purchase 2,Read more
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October
Editorial Staff on 10.5.26
Beale, Mary F. Mrs. Mary F. Beale passed away on Monday, August 10, 2026, at the age of 81. She is preceded in death by her husband, retired Sergeant Medwin D. Beale Jr., who passed away on July 11, 2025. A private memorial service was held. Butera, Patricia A. Retired Purchasing Manager Patricia A. ButeraRead more
September
Editorial Staff on 09.8.26
Berry, Rosalyn M. Dr. Rosalyn M. Berry passed away on Friday, August 7, 2026, at the age of 69. She is the mother of Senior Victims Advocate Kamari T. Geffrard, assigned to the Victim Services Division. A visitation was held at Community Bible Baptist Church on Friday, August 14, 2026. A Celebration of Life wasRead more
President's Message
Elections Have Consequences!
“The Houston Police Department plays an indispensable role”. We hear this a lot as it is written on every retirement proclamation given upon retirement. We would all like to believe that the citizens of Houston agree with the sentiment of these words. Sadly, it appears that several of our current city council members do not agree. In fact, they disregarded the Chief of Police, the command staff, and many others when they voted to pass an ordinance disregarding state and federal laws. I understand that this is a hot button issue for national politics, but we do not get involved in national issues like this. In fact, we have done everything possible to stay out of the fray until we were forced to address it. Several members of council decided to bring an ordinance forward tha