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.
Recruitment, the opioid epidemic, climate change and mental health challenges are just as significant for public safety now as they were in the heat of the campaign
The bill would end a requirement that Medicare patients be transported to emergency facilities for providers to receive reimbursement
Review the activities in support of the EO 14074 to support safe and effective policing for law enforcement applicants across FEMA’s discretionary grant programs to ensure future funding eligibility
Doctors are prescribing gabapentin more often because of its non-addictive properties, but law enforcement and drug rehabilitation programs are finding signs of abuse that exacerbate opioid abuse.
By retroactively applying new state marijuana decriminalization laws, thousands of San Francisco residents could see their criminal convictions completely erased without having to do a thing.
The unmanned smart police station has been shown to be especially helpful with reporting of domestic crime. Robot cops answer questions in two languages and file police reports.
Maryland rape victims that provide “clear and convincing” proof will be able to file to eliminate assailants parenting rights, ending forced co-parenting.
Carfentanil has become a key topic for health officials and law enforcement who work to combat this synthetic opioid’s responsibility for addiction and death that continues to rise.
A properly equipped school emergency kit will provide food and water for each student, as well as contain first aid supplies, blankets, flashlights and other items in case of a prolonged emergency situation.
The Eagles won the Lombardi Trophy, but Super Bowl LII advertisers seek a different prize: millennials. The lesson for cities: drive authenticity in your messaging.
A UK innovation incubator selected five cities to work with drone manufacturers and test drones in urban environments.
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
