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.
Rhode Island’s congressional delegation joined Warwick fire officials to celebrate a $1 million federal grant that funded 72 new self-contained breathing apparatus units
California ranked #1 for the second year in a row, followed by Connecticut and Illinois; among the lowest on the list are Nevada, Hawaii and Alaska
The global campaign trains civilians in tourniquet use, wound packing and more — skills that can mean the difference between life and death before first responders arrive
Fort Worth has opened or plans to open three fire stations since the findings were published, but the chief has found fault with this year’s response times
The South Texas Emergency Care Foundation says competition would cut revenue from non-emergency transports that help fund its emergency service
Opponents of the proposition, including firefighter and EMS unions, worried that the plan would require major budget cuts elsewhere
In response to staff EMSA shortage, Tulsa could remove a requirement that all ambulances be staffed with a paramedic
The amendment brings sweeping changes, giving citizens the final say in police disciplinary action
Voters opposed the amendment by a 13% margin
Staffing challenges and increasing service calls from an aging population make it harder to maintain service standards, the Wisconsin Policy Forum says
After over a year of contentious debate, voters will decide Tuesday if they want to replace the Minneapolis PD
About 1 in 6 police officers remained unvaccinated
Chief Medaria Arradondo had criticized a ballot question that asks voters if they want to replace the police department
A new contract agreement makes Baltimore PD the highest paying major police force in Maryland
Public opinion on police spending has changed a lot since 2020
Wittman Enterprises will bill for EMS calls; Fire Recovery USA will bill for fires, vehicle accidents, special rescues and hazardous materials calls
“Let’s be clear, this is domestic terrorism,” said Al Schmidt, a Republican city commissioner in Philadelphia
The beefed-up security measures come after school safety agents recovered five guns in two days
FOP President John Catanzara called on city councilors to overturn the mayor’s vaccine mandate
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