The Argus Leader reports that the Language Line helps the department overcome language barriers in the absence of multilingual officers. Estimates show that more than 140 languages and dialects are ...

A deaf-mute man scribbled notes to help Fargo police catch the man who stole his MP3 player. Had the man been unable to communicate with police on that early morning September day, authorities could ...

LANSING | The Police Department is contemplating using a service to provide its 911 emergency dispatchers with interpreters to help deal with calls from those whose command of English is lacking.

ST. PAUL -- To settle a federal lawsuit, the St. Paul City Council approved a $95,000 payout Wednesday, Feb. 19, and agreed to again change the police department’s policy on communication with people ...