Public Safety

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All activities monitored: The 10 most surveilled major cities in the U.S.

Public close-circuit television (CCTV) cameras, or public video surveillance camera, hold...

Making cities safer means making security simpler

When it comes to managing multiple security systems within a city, a good rule of thumb is...

How technology can ensure equitable access to the COVID-19 vaccine

For more than a year, the COVID-19 pandemic has ravaged the United States, leaving millions...

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Hamilton County elects first female, openly gay sheriff

After claiming to have been fired in 2017 partly for being openly gay, a former Hamilton County (Ohio) major has since defeated her supervisor to become the county’s first female and openly gay sheriff. Charmaine McGuffey, 62, had an award-winning, 33-year career, in which she became the first female major in the Hamilton County Sheriff’s […]

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Ransom payment no guarantee against doxxing

Several organizations that paid a ransom to keep attackers from releasing stolen data saw it leaked anyway, according to Coveware. Ransomware victims that pay threat actors to keep them from releasing data that might have been stolen during an attack often end up getting doxxed and hit with additional demands for money for the same […]

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Oregon decriminalizes possession of hard drugs in historic ballot vote

On Election Day 2020, the words “legalize it” took on new meaning in Oregon. Yesterday, Oregonians approved a measure that supports making personal possession of controlled substances punishable by a maximum $100 fine, according to Ballotpedia. Possession of those substances would be considered no more than a Class E violation. “Misguided drug laws have created […]

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Navigating hurricane season and COVID-19 through communication

Through continued communication, public safety officials and local governments can take steps to ease the impact of both COVID-19 and hurricane season on their communities, while also building a foundation of trust and reliability.

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How virtual reality simulators are changing law enforcement training

There’s a pressing need for improvements in effective police training. Officers need to hone their skills for managing crisis situations and de-escalating dangerous encounters. Repeatable and accurate training is required to build their resiliency to stress and encourage them to make the right decision based on proven methodologies. But training doesn’t equal improvement – effective […]

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How technology is unlocking the future of firefighting and public safety

When you think about how technology is enabling remote government work, what comes to mind? Online city council meetings, or enhanced portals for renewing your driver’s license or paying taxes? What about firefighting?

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Former police chief sues city over racial, gender discrimination

In April 2019, LaTesha Watson was fired from her post as Henderson, Nev.’s police chief. Her termination followed several complaints presented against her of harassment in the workplace, according to Las Vegas TV station KVVU. Watson, who now serves as director of Sacramento, Calif.’s Office of Public Safety and Accountability, is now suing her past […]

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Why a unified communications platform is imperative for public safety

Informed decision-making rests at the core of an effective response to any incident or event. Whether public or private sector, organizations must be capable of building a real-time, accurate picture of what’s happening. More importantly, they must be capable of doing so quickly and across multiple channels, without falling prey to misinformation or suffering from […]

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Los Angeles partners with Redflex to upgrade automated enforcement camera sites at rail and bus crossings

Redflex Traffic Systems, an intelligent traffic management solutions company, is currently upgrading 113 automated enforcement camera sites throughout the Los Angeles area that are designed to enhance safety by enforcing traffic laws at bus and rail crossings. This initiative is part of a $25.4 million agreement with Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) to improve […]

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Funding is necessary for building and fire prevention departments right now

When the United States first began experiencing the effects of COVID-19, no one could have imagined the all-encompassing impact the virus would have on our society. Congress is currently at a standstill regarding the next pandemic response bill. Even if a deal is reached, disagreements over state and local aid means that any additional assistance […]

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Public Safety

Highlights

All activities monitored: The 10 most surveilled major cities in the U.S.

Making cities safer means making security simpler

How technology can ensure equitable access to the COVID-19 vaccine

Article

Hamilton County elects first female, openly gay sheriff

Article

Ransom payment no guarantee against doxxing

Article

Oregon decriminalizes possession of hard drugs in historic ballot vote

Article

Navigating hurricane season and COVID-19 through communication

Article

How virtual reality simulators are changing law enforcement training

Article

How technology is unlocking the future of firefighting and public safety

Article

Former police chief sues city over racial, gender discrimination

Article

Why a unified communications platform is imperative for public safety

Product

Los Angeles partners with Redflex to upgrade automated enforcement camera sites at rail and bus crossings

Article

Funding is necessary for building and fire prevention departments right now

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