Government Technology

Elaine Pittman

Associate Editor

Twitter: @govtechnews

Recent Articles

Houston Website Solicits Anonymous Tips About Gangs
January 03, 2011 - StopHoustonGangs.org also improves data exchange among public safety agencies.

Michigan Expands Video Conferencing in Prisons
December 20, 2010 - Video conferencing allows Michigan prisoners to attend hearings remotely. State court system to come onboard next.

Preparedness Video Game Seeks to Combine Fun, Learning for Illinois Students
November 23, 2010 - Video game fills educational gap and adds another layer to Illinois' efforts to teach the state's youth about disaster preparedness.

Los Angeles County Prepares for a Nuclear Explosion
November 17, 2010 - County officials respond to the mock detonation of a nuclear device and test a system that monitors for hazardous materials.

Los Angeles Police Department Hydra System Promotes Simulation Training for Command-Level Officers
October 04, 2010 - LAPD opens sophisticated training suite that simulates critical incidents.

Simulation-Based Training Provides Cost-Effectiveness, Flexibility
September 10, 2010 - A virtual replica of New York City provides its Office of Emergency Management with a unique way to test its command element.

NamUs Database Provides National Information Clearinghouse for Missing Persons' Cases and Unidentified Decedents
August 26, 2010 - National database seeks to link missing persons cases to unidentified decedents - solving cold cases and providing closure to loved ones.

Local Governments Promote 'Power IT Down Day' to Encourage Energy Efficiency
August 25, 2010 - On Friday, Aug. 27, thousands will turn off their computers at the end of the workday, saving kilowatt hours and promoting an energy-efficient mindset.

L.A. Nuclear Drill Tests Countywide HAZMAT System
July 30, 2010 - Operation Golden Phoenix promotes collaboration and uses the ICBRNE program that monitors and reports critical information.

Pennsylvania Police Departments Connect Wirelessly to School District Camera Feeds to Aid Incident Response
July 25, 2010 - Pennsylvania school districts give police direct access to their video camera feeds to aid situational awareness in case of emergency.

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