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The North Carolina Department of Public Safety is comprised of approximately 3,000 employees, along with around 10,000 North Carolina National Guard soldiers and airmen. Through effective law enforcement, juvenile justice programs, emergency response and recovery and homeland security preparedness, DPS employees help to ensure North Carolina is a safe place to live, work and visit.

September 3, 2026

Reported Crime Fell Across All Four Major Crime Categories in First Half of 2026

Reported crime in North Carolina declined across all major categories during the first six months of 2026, according to a Criminal Justice Analysis Center crime‑trends report presented to the Governor’s Crime Commission on September 3.

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September 03, 2026

Crime Commission Briefed on NC Mass Violence Trends

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September 02, 2026

Fiscal Year 2026 Flood Mitigation Swift Current Grant Now Available

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To proactively address today's challenges and remain vigilant for tomorrow's risks in the pursuit of a safe, resilient North Carolina.

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