Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The World Health Organization officially named Coronavirus (COVID-19) on Feb. 11, 2020. Here, you can find breaking news about COVID-19, what local officials need to know about the novel coronavirus, and tips for government leaders on preparing for and educating on the COVID-19 pandemic. This directory provides articles on COVID-19 and related topics like Public Health, which explores broader strategies for disease prevention, health promotion, and crisis management.
Highway safety advocates say the key to getting a handle on road rage is focusing on reducing aggressive driving
Albuquerque’s Med 30 uses ‘vaccination vehicle’ to reach elderly residents
The L.A. Police Commission requested more information after reports showed LAPD vaccination rates lagging behind California’s overall population
The pandemic forces us to rethink the emergency operations center, how we interact with the community and how we disseminate information
The states’ cumulative buying power will help them more efficiently prepare for a possible second wave; Mayor Bill de Blasio praises NYC residents for social distancing
Citizen pushback has led some officials to rescind mandatory face mask rules in recent days
Portions of the beleaguered U.S. territory suffered moderate damage Saturday
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham ordered residents of Gallup to remain home except for emergencies and blocked roads leading in and out of town to nonessential travel
The program is aimed at adults without college degrees who are working in hospitals, nursing homes, grocery stores, and as employees in public safety, sanitation, and the delivery and manufacturing of personal protection equipment
City officials shut down the store after 23 employees fell ill, but now they’re trying to figure out how the virus spread
Mayor Marty Walsh wants the Trump administration to focus on getting the country back open again, not immigration policy
City leaders plan to test as many first responders as possible to prevent those without symptoms from unknowingly spreading the virus
The Municipal Liquidity Facility will offer up to $500 billion in lending to states and municipalities to help manage cash flow stresses caused by the coronavirus pandemic
Honoring the public servants who have lost their lives due to COVID-19
Fire departments, NAEMS organizations and state fire academies can apply for PPE and other COVID-19 supplies
Local government and public safety leaders must consider the larger policy implications inherent when determining how these new laws apply to personnel
Is it safe to go out to eat again or visit an elderly relative? There are no easy answers as restrictions are lifted
Kauai Mayor Derek Kawakami has gone viral for his quirky and informative social media videos during the pandemic
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