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.
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“Nothing is more harmful to the growth of our state than criminals who roam our streets with little fear of punishment,” Missouri State House Speaker Jon Patterson said
Jails in the study saw lower death rates without adding staff, changing providers or upgrading equipment
“Having this grant truly, truly increases public safety,” said NOFD Superintendent Tim McConnell
A grant-funded behavioral health team will consist of 8 Buffalo Police officers and 4 social workers
The city of Louisville will pay millions to Breonna Taylor’s mom and reform police practices
The Aurora City Council voted unanimously to temporarily ban paramedics from using ketamine to sedate patients pending a review of the practice
By maintaining a steady presence throughout difficult situations, your agency will strengthen its roots for a successful long-term relationship with the community
We have all seen the videos of street medics tending to civil unrest injuries, but do they have any legal protection, recognition or certified skills?
Fire Chief Ralph M. Terrazas said an inspection likely would have led to the seizure of some of the chemicals that fueled the blast
The new rule also requires EMS providers to maintain a distance of six feet from any member of the public who is not a patient
Planes circling above the city increased the agency’s arrest rate by 5% over 3 months, researchers found
The announcement follows a similar proposal state leaders unveiled last month that would freeze Texas cities’ property tax revenue if they defund their police forces
About $7.7 million will go to community policing and another $8.5 million will be used to train first responders for active shooter situations
The declaration comes after more than 100 straight days of protests that have seen city and federal officers deploy tear gas on participants
The union president defended the officers and said he believed the shooting to be justified
Local police hailed the cameras as a game-changer, saying the images helped to identify suspects of violent crimes
Richmond Police Chief Gerald Smith expressed support for the move, referencing the fatal shootings at protests in Kenosha and Portland
Some council members have softened their rhetoric, saying now that they do envision officers as part of any revamping of public safety
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