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First responders leverage AI for faster decision-making, but concerns about risks remain
The new, all-hazards data collection will begin to replace NFIRS in 2025
Amid ballot box burning and machete-wielding intimidators, law enforcement agencies across the nation affirm they are ready to ensure voters’ safety
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The cameras would go to some officers who work administrative jobs but might have occasional field duties
Responder Corp, RapidSOS, the Orleans Parish Communication District and the Western Fire Chiefs Association were awarded the grant to develop the R2 Network
Gary Fire Chief Sean O’Donnell accused firefighters of abusing sick time, leading to hundreds of thousands of dollars in overtime to cover their missed shifts
A 32-page report probing activities of the Banditos clique alleged that Sheriff Alex Villanueva “continues to promote a code of silence”
All 4,700 city employees will have their pay decreased by 10% and will be required to take one unpaid day off for every 14-day pay period
The report said disciplinary action could be passed-down if the New York state mandate to wear face coverings when social distancing is not maintained
The county has lessened solitary confinement, reduced COs’ use of force and improved its mental health facilities
A report found that most of the three-quarters of a million people held in U.S. jails have the right to vote, but many of them are unable to
President Trump tweets that he and the first lady are entering quarantine
A new call system isn’t imminent, but mental health officials have been directed to start identifying ways to shift mental health crisis calls away from police