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.
Academies teaching new paramedics saw a 50 percent drop in enrollment last year, or higher, according to the AMR regional director in the county
In a normal year, the turnover rate is 8-12% for county health administrators
The new guidance will be enforced by the Oregon Occupational Safety and Health Division and other state agencies
The interactive map includes data from a survey of more than 1 million Facebook users
Officers will use the checkpoints to verbally inform residents about the stay-at-home order in place citywide
About 200 investigators are already on the job, but the plan calls for deploying at least 1,000 statewide
Organizers in Bolinas are hoping two rounds of comprehensive testing will help the community gain control of the virus’ spread
Police nationwide have reported an alarming surge in drivers clocking speeds close to – sometimes surpassing – 100 mph
Wisconsin EMS and fire leaders join forces to provide an overview of EMS legislative and regulatory requests to support front line response to COVID-19
The mayor of one city said he anticipated public safety cuts of up to 20% due to the financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic
While layoffs should be considered only as a last resort, everything is on the table – including reductions in salaries and benefits, City Councilor Roman “Tiger” Abeyta, chairman of the city’s Finance Committee, said
Breaking down the tax benefits, and eligibility cutoffs for stimulus payments outlined by The CARES Act
City officials said they seek to protect employees’ privacy, but a union official said employees also want to know how many department members are affected
The federal government’s “fast and direct” financial aid for small businesses is proving to be anything but
Front-line workers can find information on PPE, priority testing, alternative housing, discounts and donations, self-care and childcare on the website
Four sheriffs in the northwestern Lower Peninsula called governor’s orders a “vague framework of emergency laws” that are frustrating citizens
A Change.org petition, in honor of Santa Rosa Police Detective Marylou Armer, has received more than 6,500 signatures in the past four days
The legislation would make first responders who become disabled or die from COVID-19 eligible for compensation under the Public Safety Officer Benefit program
The Pinellas County Commission is considering reopening beaches for residents to exercise, but law enforcement remain concerned about the spread of COVID-19
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