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.
Inspectors found several eased space sites across the state failed inspections in the aftermath of the Nov. freeway fire
The new Forensic Services Laboratory 117,672 square feet of office and lab space; its 152 staffers work with the nearly 300 law enforcement agencies in the state
“Like I’ve said before: See something, say something, hear something, say something,” Mariemont Chief of Police Richard Hines said. “If we hadn’t gotten the tip, I think we would have had a very bad situation”
In the event of an emergency, you may not have time to grab necessities as you run to your car
Disaster response in a 10,000-person emergency shelter in Houston after Hurricane Harvey offers first responders lessons learned in addressing medical and healthcare needs at emergency shelters.
Chesapeake Energy grants offer are available to help fund community service projects in the six states the company operates in. Grants can fund projects related to STEM education, community development and other service improvements.
Hometown Safety Grants provided through Alliant Energy help fund public services and equipment for towns and organizations in Iowa and Wisconsin.
Cities across the U.S. are working with the VA to end veteran homelessness. Though La Crosse, Wisconsin, thought it had achieved the goal, the city stayed on target when it discovered another homeless veteran.
The University of Texas study questions some of the theories about increases in homicide rates in some cities.
It’s not just small cities and counties, big cities like Chicago sometimes take years to address an ambulance shortage. Incidents on January 2nd caused public safety officials to speak up -- again.
During an earthquake, it’s important to know the basic steps to take to save your life, whether you’re at home, in the car or on the street
Community policing opens the door to simply asking for bystander videos and obtaining access that speeds investigations.
Being part of the city’s regular citizen surveys improved feedback to and relations with the Fort Collins Police Department.
Find out which are the best states for police officer incomes based on wages, taxes and cost of living.
Review a slideshow of expert predictions and tips for policing in 2018.
U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions announced a DOJ policy reversal, allowing federal prosecutors to pursue cases in states with legal marijuana.
Domestic disputes, gang violence and social gatherings are three commonalities in the largest mass shootings in the U.S. in 2017. Explore our gun violence data visualizations
New data shows that impaired drivers are a large concern for states that legalize marijuana, forcing law enforcement agencies to seek out technology that will help identify and charge offenders.
Get first responder training and media relations advice for mass casualty events in lessons from Sandy Hook and other MCIs.
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