sheriff

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Another exception was Seth Bullock, the U.S. marshal known for having been the sheriff of Deadwood.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 13, 2026

Bianco slammed Bonta for trying to halt his investigation, which he said was “probably one of the most easy criminal investigations you could ever, ever imagine” and normal work for a sheriff.

From Los Angeles Times • May 9, 2026

As things stand right now, that could mean Chad Bianco, the mustachioed sheriff of Riverside County versus British-American political strategist Steve Hilton.

From Barron's • May 5, 2026

Brendan Corbett, also running for the job, served as assistant sheriff during Villanueva’s tenure.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

The sheriff swore in extra deputies, passed out rifles, and sent the men to patrol company boundaries.

From "Fannie Never Flinched" by Mary Cronk Farrell