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As the grant renewal looms, local law enforcement is gearing up for a crucial training initiative. This could change the game for new recruits.

As Stearns County grapples with staffing shortages, Kendall’s fresh training initiative aims to inspire a new generation of law enforcement professionals.

Fireworks can be a blast, but they come with rules. Let's talk about keeping celebrations safe and sound this Independence Day.

In a world where funding for essential services is shrinking, Stearns County is finding ways to adapt and persevere.

The State of Minnesota allows for cameras on school buses to catch those committing stop arm violations but red light cameras continue to be prohibited. Stearns County Attorney Janelle Kendall joined me on WJON. She says bus drivers can't be expected to clearly identify the license plate and make and model of the vehicle running the stop arm due to other responsibilities which involves the safety of the children onboard.

Stearns County Facility Dog, Nova now has a video. Stearns County Attorney Janelle Kendall joined me on WJON. She says due to the interest from other prosecution offices, Stearns County is making a video to show all of what Nova does.

Many schools and law enforcement agencies in the state of Minnesota are still trying to figure out the new state law on school resource officers. Stearns County Attorney Janelle Kendall joined me on WJON. She spoke last week at the statewide meeting of the Minnesota County Attorneys Association.

When the pandemic hit in 2020 many aspects of life were affected and that included the court system. Stearns County was no exception to that but Stearns County Attorney Janelle Kendall says as of a week ago they are caught up.

Last month Good Morning America was in St. Cloud recording a feature on the county's use of therapy dog, Nova. In 2021 Stearns County added a golden retriever named, Nova who was trained to work with victims who've dealt with a traumatic experiences.

In 2021 Stearns County added a golden retriever named Nova who was trained to work with victims who've dealt with a traumatic experience. Nova was the first in the State of Minnesota to be allowed to accompany victims to the witness stand.