September/October 2026
Honoring a Fallen Hero: Officer Austin Abdelnabi
The Las Vegas law enforcement community mourns LVMPD Officer Austin Abdelnabi, killed in the line of duty on August 4, 2026, at age 30 — a former U.S. Marine remembered for his courage, loyalty, and devotion to his wife and fellow officers.
Read full ArticleAfter 28 Years, Steve Grammas Steps Away From the Badge and the Union Presidency
Legal Corner feature: three-term PPA president Steve Grammas reflects on a career that took him from a high school work-patrol officer to the head of one of Las Vegas law enforcement's most influential unions, and on what he's leaving behind.
Read full ArticleNRS 289 and Internal Investigations
Treasurer Padilla Mills breaks down what NRS 289 requires in the notice officers must receive before an internal investigation interview, and how the LVPPA holds investigators to that standard.
Read full ArticleThe Measure of a Leader
Director Chad Lyman lays out the traits of great leadership he's observed over 25-plus years, then applies them to a tribute for retiring President Steve Grammas.
Read full ArticleCourage to Do What Is Right
Newest Executive Board member Derick Eliason introduces himself as the LVPPA's new Secretary and reflects on the courageous leadership that inspired him to join the Board.
Read full ArticleTake Care of Yourself
Sergeant-at-Arms Robert Glowinski urges officers to seek medical attention after car wrecks, use-of-force incidents, and other traumatic calls, and explains why documenting injuries early protects both health and workers' compensation claims.
Read full Article8 Important Reminders for Protecting Yourself on the Job
Director Greg Stinnett runs down eight practical reminders the Executive Board frequently deals with, from department cell phone use and off-duty calls from IAB to BWC review and never using AI to author reports.
Read full ArticleSupporting the Badge Means Supporting the Career
Director of Governmental Affairs John Abel examines why police unions often endorse candidates across party lines, and why supporting officers requires more than rhetorical solidarity.
Read full ArticlePatrol Briefing Topics
Director Joel Blasko recaps the Executive Board's recent area command briefings, covering speeding, CAD truthfulness, cell phone use, the Blue Pages business directory, and upcoming 2027 contract negotiations.
Read full ArticleProtecting the Peace at Home
Director of Corrections Myron Hamm shares a cautionary story about a young officer whose personal relationship put his career at risk, and the importance of choosing a supportive partner.
Read full ArticleIt's OK to Not Be OK
Vice President Daniel Coyne addresses the loss of a colleague in the line of duty and encourages officers to use the department's mental health resources rather than suppress their grief.
Read full ArticleLooking Back on a Blessed Career
President Steve Grammas looks back on his career and 12 years leading the LVPPA in his next-to-last article before retirement, thanking the mentors, colleagues, and family who shaped his path.
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