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.
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. admitted it was a mistake to cut staff from the World Trade Center Health Program but stopped short of promising to fully restore staffing
Agencies have until June 24 to start applications for projects and officer wellness programs worth up to $200K
USBP says more than 34,000 people sought agent jobs from January through April, a 44% jump over the same period last year
The Mayo Clinic community paramedic program in Rochester made regular visits to homeless people in quarantine locations during the pandemic
First Responders Resiliency Inc., started by a retired paramedic, and The 6 Foundation offer health, wellness and rehabilitation programs for Sonoma County first responders
The move comes after two fatal police shootings drew national attention last month
A woman claims police were careless in allowing her to “ride along” as police attempted to capture a homicide suspect
There were a few scattered arrests, but no serious disruptions in the city during Biden’s inauguration ceremony
The state will collect infection and quarantine data voluntarily submitted by public safety agencies to better combat the virus’ spread among first responders
Research on urban resilience suggests the marginalization of MLK neighborhoods could make their residents more vulnerable to natural disasters, pandemics
The Cedar Grove Ambulance and Rescue Squad temporarily suspended operations in April in order to protect its volunteers from the virus
Pay raises for LAPD went into effect Sunday, despite threats from city officials that refusal to delay the raises could result in hundreds more layoffs
Participants will receive mental health treatment and counseling while residing in a work release center
The more than $14,500 Firehouse Subs grant will be used to buy a LUCAS chest compression system and external power supply
Small groups, some armed, gathered at state capitols on Sunday but remained peaceful
Birmingham Fire Chief Paul Wells said in a letter to state officials that his department’s medics could bring the shots to senior living locations like they did with COVID-19 tests
Federal prosecutors said there was “strong evidence” the mob aimed to “capture and assassinate elected officials,” but the head of the investigation cautioned Friday that the probe is still in its early stages
Fire, EMS, police and 911 departments in Porter County are collaborating to apply for funding for the more efficient alerting system
The lawsuit is expected to demand a federal monitor oversee changes on how the NYPD handles protests in the future
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