Justice & Public Safety
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Responder MAX will focus on marketing, communications, recruitment and other areas. First Arriving, which has worked with some 1,300 agencies, will keep involved with its "real-time information platform." -
San Jose is the latest city whose use of the cameras to snag criminal suspects, critics say, also threatens privacy and potentially runs afoul of laws barring access by out-of-state and federal agencies.
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The Flathead County Sheriff's Office is set to receive a new remote underwater vehicle after getting approval from county commissioners on Tuesday.
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Small cameras worn on an officer’s vest, lapel or eyewear can capture interactions that have ramifications on several levels.
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Announcements by the First Responder Network Authority (FirstNet) show progress at the National Telecommunications and Information Administration.
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In 2013 alone, The Weather Company delivered more 150,000 weather alerts to two-thirds of U.S. adults -- and it now is targeting its reach to informing people of emergencies.
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The system uses historical flood data and weather forecasts to plan a day before a potential flood, with real-time radar updates helping responders track developments during a storm.
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The Columbus City Council yesterday approved using $69,000 in federal grant money to purchase software that will better separate multiple sources of DNA found at crime scenes.
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LAFD noted that new features will be added in the coming months, such as an intranet which will help the department communicate better internally, linking communication across stations and fire units throughout the city.
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Localities can achieve effective levels of public safety through the selective use of technology. But which technologies are having the biggest impact and why?
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Bel Air Crest, Calif., is preparing to be self-sustaining after a disaster.
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Chief resilience officers begin to guide cities toward a future that’s better prepared for physical, social and economic challenges.
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Lima Police Department has the biggest social media following in the area among law enforcement agencies, and Sgt. Andy Green knew it was the quickest way to get information to the public.
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The meeting will be followed by discussions in other states as FirstNet determines what a nationwide first responder communications network should look like.
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In today's tech-enhanced world, the Detroit firefighters' emergency alert is rather archaic: A soda pop can filled with coins or screws gets knocked over by an incoming fax. But techies are offering to upgrade the system.
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Controversy over ride-sharing companies continues as Uber pilots its BYOD program in San Francisco, Boston and Charlotte.
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Numerous new initiatives are helping enhance the state’s preparedness posture.
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The Text Ya Later app lets drivers turn on a customized auto response while they're at the wheel.
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The map, RAIDS Online, allows residents to view crimes in the area, sign up for neighborhood watch reports, and submit anonymous tips about a crime directly to a law enforcement agency.
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As Napa, Calif., continues to rebuild from last month’s earthquake, it’s worth casting a light on startups that can aid communities during and after a disaster.
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The ride-alongs follow patrol officers through text and photos posted in real time on the Police Department's Twitter account, @VBPD.
