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The global campaign trains civilians in tourniquet use, wound packing and more — skills that can mean the difference between life and death before first responders arrive
The new Federal Wildland Fire Service would consolidate USDA and DOI fire programs into one command under the Interior Department
Mount Pleasant, N.C. was set to receive $4 million for storm protection and revitalization before FEMA scrapped the BRIC program, leaving critical projects in limbo nationwide.
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The department says it is still encouraging recruits to get the COVID-19 vaccine
A city mandate requires all 160,000 municipal workers to get vaccinated
Those who refuse to comply will be placed on unpaid leave, said Mayor Bill de Blasio
As of Monday, 90% of sworn police personnel were vaccinated, city officials said
The city’s deadline to comply with the vaccine mandate was on Friday
The new traffic officers would focus on directing traffic, spotting illegal parking and enforcing traffic regulations
“What we have been telling people is, ‘take your keys upstairs with you,’” said Madison Police Chief Shon Barnes
Officers can still stop drivers for violations that impact public safety, like running a red light
Union leader John Catanzara has told members to defy the mandate. Mayor Lori Lightfoot warned of discipline if they do
Union leaders fear the shortage of patrol officers will become worse