Public Safety
Covering topics such as corrections, criminal justice, emergency management, gun control and police/fire/EMS.
A revived pilot program sends clinicians and paramedics to residents’ homes to reduce repeat 911 calls and connect vulnerable people with ongoing care.
Operation Metro Surge, the largest federal enforcement effort in state history, will transition to routine operations under border czar Tom Homan’s oversight.
State efforts to rein in misconduct have triggered financial crises for legitimate providers, cutting services for seniors and people with disabilities.
Soil testing shows dozens of city parks expose children to hazardous lead levels years after officials pledged to fix the problem.
Ranking near dead last among major cities, the city is launching a public-private Housing Gateway program aimed at coordinating services and moving people into housing faster.
Unlike parcel carriers that document every drop-off, many civil courts rely on bare-bones service records, leaving defendants unaware of lawsuits and default judgments looming.
New eviction data underscores the state’s housing crisis, as a school board member’s case shows how quickly tenants can be displaced amid scarce affordable housing.
Police are working taxing overtime hours as calls over ICE-related activity soar. The police chief is trying to keep everyone safe, maintain community trust and prevent stressed-out officers from quitting.
States that had historically high immunization coverage are seeing rising exemption rates and declining vaccine uptake, posing new public health challenges for legislators.
Researchers say better modeling of multi-ignition fires could help protect firefighters and guide smarter deployments.
Local leaders lay out practical steps to stabilize funding and streamline assistance before the next crisis hits.
Enhancements and weatherization efforts mean this year’s freezing weather did not overwhelm the state’s electric system. But policymakers face tough decisions as future load projections grow.
A dramatic drop in paroles reflects 2024 changes that tightened eligibility and eliminated discretionary release for many incarcerated people.
A Tennessee program’s success stems from a yearlong commitment to housing stability, employment continuity and social support. It merits national attention.
Facing surging caseloads tied to school bus violations, court officials are launching a pilot service to handle routine filings and payments without entering the courthouse.
Fake cases and fabricated quotes in legal filings are prompting courts and lawmakers to issue restrictions and education requirements.
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