Public Safety
Public Safety is a top priority for local and state government agencies, encompassing the protection of citizens through law enforcement, emergency response, and crime prevention strategies. Effective public safety measures are essential for maintaining order and ensuring the well-being of communities. This directory offers articles on public safety and related topics like Emergency Management, which focuses on preparing for and responding to natural disasters, public health crises, and other emergencies that impact community safety.
Beyond the widely publicized cuts to FEMA, the budget would eliminate two programs that help communities fund apparatus and stations
The Arlington PD’s new Beyond Visual Line of Sight waiver allows the departments RTCC staff to launch the drones remotely to respond to active crime scenes
Nearly all of the 16 federal workers cut from the 9/11 health program have been rehired after intense criticism forced the Trump administration to reverse course on controversial cuts
The releases are set to occur on a “rolling basis” between now and the end of August, which will involve low-level offenders and older inmates
Releasing prisoners in the wake of COVID-19 is a hot topic; we examine what authorities are doing, and how recidivism rates are changing
Greenwood Village stated the town would in all cases defend any police officer in any suit or proceeding brought under Senate Bill 217
“What you stand for is incredibly important, and I appreciate it,” said Durham, N.C., Mayor Steve Schewel after having an “honest conversation” with protesters in front of his home
The reforms apply to local and state law enforcement officers with the exception of tribal governments
“I think it’s just a perfect storm of distress in America,” said Atlanta Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms
According to court documents filed Sunday, Taylor was caught up in a plot to speed up the city’s “Vision Russell” redevelopment initiative
Graham’s ordinance prohibits two or more people from protesting unless the police chief approves a permit filed 24 hours in advance
Gov. Brian Kemp authorized the activation of up to 1,000 Guard troops after a weekend of gun violence left 5 dead
The two first responders, who pleaded guilty to falsifying reports about the incident, may be protected from civil liability under the controversial doctrine
The Government Alliance on Race and Equity is now accepting applications for its Innovation and Implementation Fund for the summer 2020 cycle
Some lawmakers say that reducing marijuana-related penalties would reduce unnecessary confrontations between police and minorities
“Anybody coming from any kind of facility, whether it’s from state or local jail, we treat them as if they’re positive the entire time,” an official said
Local activists said the upcoming contract decision is an opportunity to improve racial equality after past complaints about response times in more diverse areas
The Truth, Justice and Reconciliation Commission will tackle racial inequities and police violence and misconduct
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