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NGA Urges Passage of PASS ID, 36 States Unable to Meet REAL ID Deadlines
Nov 18, 2009 - PASS ID offers a "practical solution" to REAL ID and "enjoys bipartisan support and the endorsement of the U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security."
Power Management Solution Reduces Police Car Dead Batteries, Emissions
Nov 17, 2009 - The Dallas Police Department piloted anti-idling technology that operates a car's electrical system while it's turned off. Laptops, lights, radios and other equipment are powered.
Dallas Cowboys Stadium Avoids Traffic Snarls With Camera System
Nov 16, 2009 - Traffic management video system in Arlington, Texas, keeps traffic smooth near sprawling Cowboys Stadium.
Obama Administration to Propose Federal Takeover of Light-Rail, Subway Safety
Nov 16, 2009 - State control "haphazard and ineffective," following recent "collisions, derailments and worker fatalities."
Russian Cops Expose Corruption on YouTube
Nov 13, 2009 - Before the fall of the Soviet Union "complainers" like Dymovsky were often locked up in psychiatric hospitals.
Chicago 911 Official Resigns Over $2 Million Mistake
Nov 12, 2009 - Jim Argiropoulos resigns as first deputy commissioner of Chicago's Office of Emergency Management and Communications to avoid being fired, according to the Chicago Sun-Times.
Rhode Island Governor Vetoes RFID Privacy Bill
Nov 12, 2009 - Restricted use of RFID capabilities to track children and motorists without a warrant.
Handshake Communicates Digital Information
Nov 11, 2009 - The exchange of digital information flowing through human touch.
Dress President Like a Donkey and Go to Jail
Nov 11, 2009 - Hooliganism cited by government.
Oakland County, Mich., Shares Notification Service With Local Cities
Nov 9, 2009 - Oakland County, Mich., provides a unique digital communication platform to reach citizens.
Spammers Misuse the Name of United States Attorney General
Nov 6, 2009 - E-mail claiming to be from the U.S. Attorney General lure recipients to send money to avoid legal prosecution.
Biometric Access System Distributes Weapons, Tasers to Police Officers
Nov 4, 2009 - The Troy, N.Y., Police Department implements computerized lockers that verify officers' identities and equipment access privileges.
Municipal Court Converts To New Computer System
Nov 3, 2009 - The court will be closed starting on Veterans Day, Wednesday, Nov. 11, through Friday, Nov. 13, 2009 to accommodate the transition.
Taxi Drivers Watch Television Behind the Wheel
Nov 3, 2009 - Digital Media Broadcasting (DMB) beams television to more than 17 million mobile screens including those on the dashboards of taxis.
IT Trends: Portable Solar Charger; Barriers to Broadband Internet Adoption
Nov 2, 2009 - Iowa county residents can text 911; audiobooks for iPod users.
EU Charges UK With Electronic Privacy Infringement
Oct 30, 2009 - If not resolved, the next step is referral to the European Court of Justice.
Arizona Supreme Court: Metadata a Public Record
Oct 30, 2009 - Phoenix police officer alleged that notes kept by his supervisor had been backdated.
NASCIO Recognizes Top State IT Projects, Elects President
Oct 27, 2009 - Categories include business continuity, portals, information security and cross-boundary collaboration.
Handheld Fingerprint Scanners Let Florida Police Identify Individuals in the Field
Oct 27, 2009 - Sarasota County, Fla., Sheriff's Office deployed handheld devices that scan fingerprints and connect to state and local databases.
Oregon Protects Communities From Deadly Chemical Weapons With Massive Wi-Fi Network
Oct 27, 2009 - Oregon's Chemical Stockpile Emergency Preparedness Program keeps residents ready for emergencies.

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