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Michael Washington claims he was not given prior notice of his firing or an opportunity to respond to any complaints
One migrant at the Logan Square 14th District station was taken to the hospital for chickenpox, but was released and returned to the station later that day
The WalletHub report compares 45 of the largest U.S. cities to identify which cities are grappling with the most significant homicide rates
A report from the U.S. Geological Survey shows how public-private partnerships could become a critical component for safeguarding the land and benefiting the economy.
San Francisco is “very close” to having a five-year test program running that will allow officials to more easily take control over those deemed incapable of their own care due to mental illness.
The new initiative is inspired by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s approach to finding homes for people suddenly displaced by hurricanes.
Most other countries in the world prone to tsunamis have a land-use philosophy in which construction of certain structures are banned depending on their proximity to tsunami inundation zones.
Supporters of no zoning say it has helped boost Houston’s development and economic growth. But others say neighborhoods that are poorer or home to more racial minorities are disproportionately negatively affected by the lack of zoning.
“The point is, if you have a policy like this you protect them or allow them to protect themselves or there will be consequences,” said Sen. David Gowan, the bill’s creator.
1 Year After Illinois Mass Shooting, Police Push Gun-Fee Hike to Improve Illegal Firearm Enforcement
According to State Police Director Brendan Kelly, increased vigilance of illegal gun possession comes with a price that exceeds current spending.
“This is probably the best way that we can defend our database,” said Secretary of State Scott Schwab.
The law, supported by legislators of both parties, has been applied more than 3,500 times since its enactment following the February 14, 2018 school shooting in Parkland.
A near-record rainy winter has forced authorities to release water from swollen reservoirs, potentially worsening the flooding for those living downstream.