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An agentic AI-powered audio talk-down feature issues personalized voice alerts based on visible attributes of individuals to deter criminal activity
With a new state-funded drone, Salisbury firefighters are adding eyes in the sky to boost search-and-rescue missions, monitor brush fires, and assist with water rescues
The stands are accessible 24/7 and are designed to reduce stigma around obtaining and using Narcan
More than 40% of National Weather Service field offices are critically understaffed, raising concerns about timely storm warnings as deadly tornadoes and flooding
Thousands of first responders and survivors rely on the WTC Health Program to get treatment related to injuries and illnesses caused by the toxins at Ground Zero
“Body-worn cameras have become an essential tool in law enforcement, and I’m pleased that we can help more local agencies equip their officers with them,” Gov. Mike DeWine stated
Longtime small businesses can apply for the $5,000 grants for marketing, business process modernization and improving technology
With its new camera enforcement system, the South Lake Minnetonka Police Department detected 10,000 violations in February, leading to 300 warnings or citations
The state spends $307,468 per prisoner, which is double Vermont, the second-place state, and dwarfs the $23,000 Arkansas spends on each prisoner
West Haven officials and the University of New Haven unveiled new free tuition for West Haven’s firefighters, police officers and dispatchers
First responders across the country joined Lexipol in highlighting wellness themes focused on fitness, mental health, peer support and connection
The program offers funding ranging from $5,000 to $20,000 per project
Oak Brook PD will use drones to respond to incidents such as burglaries, retail thefts and other in-progress crimes