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.
The stands are accessible 24/7 and are designed to reduce stigma around obtaining and using Narcan
Police Chief Bill Scott said RTIC has enabled the department to target individuals who have “damaged our city,” including repeat offenders
A state grant helped the LeRoy Ambulance Service replace an older intercept unit and an ambulance
Governor DeWine authorized the Cyber Reserve Force to assist the still closed Cleveland Municipal Court
Authorities are investigating a fire at a Tesla charging station in Littleton, amid rising tensions over anti-DOGE protests and vandalism targeting Tesla properties
Norfolk police say automated license plate readers contributed to a 40% drop in stolen vehicle reports
Frozen funds include grants to prevent and prepare for terrorist attacks, emergency management performance, cybersecurity and emergency operations centers
The Chase County EMS ambulance was built with attention to suspension and noise reduction
New technology is transforming emergency response with text, video and AI-powered translation, but uneven adoption leaves millions without access to lifesaving 911 upgrades
A Texas A&M grant, donations and a trade-in helped Rockdale firefighters with their latest apparatus purchase
$296,969 traffic safety grant came from the state’s Automated Red Light Enforcement program
Lake County’s new Mobile Integrated Healthcare program helps reduce strain on emergency services by providing in-home care for frequent 911 callers
A voter-approved tax allowed Boulder County to provide grants to fund equipment, station upgrades and emergency vehicles
Respondents report a “death drop” in constituent engagement on Twitter/X while also reporting that Facebook continues to reign supreme
Niagara Falls city council asked to approve mayor’s request for cameras and cloud-based automated license plate recognition software and cloud-based automated license plate recognition software.
A fleet of Tesla Cybertrucks, drone-assisted policing and a wellness bureau for officers will support LVMPD’s efforts to improve safety and efficiency, the department said
West County Paramedic Association added its first new rig in over a decade, boosting morale
The Lower Merion Police Department also removed application fees and added a $5,000 hiring bonus
How departments can harness grant funding to bridge budget gaps and enhance officer and community safety
