Public Safety: Page 14

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    DC is alight with the Pillar of Fire

    The Biblical Book of Exodus inspires Washington's newest sculpture.

    By Erin Greer • Dec. 11, 2014
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    It’s a dangerous job…

    Public works professions are some of the most dangerous jobs available, but some cities are working hard to mitigate these risks.

    By Derek Prall • Nov. 17, 2014
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    Wildlife causes problems in urban environments

    As cities grow, often they encroach on the natural habitats of potentially dangerous animals.

    By Derek Prall • Oct. 15, 2014
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    Georgia high school holds active shooter drill

    Late last month South Forsyth High School, located in Forsyth County, Ga., held an active shooter drill to test the response abilities of the local sheriff’s department, fire department and EMS teams.

    By Derek Prall • Oct. 6, 2014
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    Ford introduces concept vehicle for prison transport (with related video)

    Ford has introduced a concept vehicle for prison transport. It is the 2015 Ford Transit Prisoner Transport Vehicle, or Transit PTV.

    By Michael Keating • Sept. 30, 2014
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    Prison produce

    Many of the nation's prisons have gardening programs in place to teach inmates skills, reduce recidivism and increase access to affordable, healthy food in the community.

    By Derek Prall • June 11, 2014
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    Sex trafficking a major problem in America

    Although rarely witnessed in our day-to-day lives, the sex trade is thriving in America.

    By Derek Prall • May 7, 2014
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    DSNY: the unsung heroes of 9-11

    Rarely do sanitation workers share the spotlight with fire, police and rescue workers after a disaster, but Dennis Diggins, former New York Department of Sanitation superintendent, says his workers were key movers in the recovery efforts immediately after 9-11.

    By Derek Prall • May 5, 2014
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    Detectors aim to eliminate urine odors in train stations

    Atlanta’s transit agency, MARTA, is installing urine detection devices in its stations to keep elevators clean and urine-free.

    Feb. 13, 2014
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    Most dangerous cities in America

    By compiling FBI data on violent and property crime, CQ Press has determined the most dangerous cities in America.

    By Derek Prall • Feb. 4, 2014
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    Missouri law protects first responders on roadways

    Drivers in Missouri will now be penalized for endangering first responders in emergency zones.

    By Derek Prall • Sept. 4, 2013
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    Seattle shooting ignites debate on bulletproof buses

    The shooting of a Kings County, Wash., bus driver has residents asking why bus drivers aren't protected by bulletproof glass.

    By Derek Prall • Aug. 21, 2013
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    South Carolina K-9 units protected under new law

    A new law in South Carolina will protect K-9 officers from liability if suspects are bitten while dogs are in the line of duty.

    By Derek Prall • July 24, 2013
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    Pennsylvania shelters can bill animal abusers under new law

    A new law in Pennsylvania allows animal shelters to seek reimbursement for the costs of caring for abused animals. The new legislation hopes to offset the costs incurred, and usually absorbed, by shelters.

    By Derek Prall • July 17, 2013
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    Roundabouts safer, cheaper than traditional intersections

    The Washington Department of Transportation found that installing roundabout intersections in a community can lead to cost savings and collision reductions

    By Derek Prall • June 24, 2013
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    Stress is America’s number one health problem

    Kellie Marksberry of The American Institute of Stress discusses workplace stress and what you can do about it.

    By Kellie Marksberry • May 29, 2013
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    New law means clean slate for Indiana ex-offenders

    A new Indiana law will erase the criminal records of some non-violent, non-sexual crimes, giving ex-offenders a fresh start.

    By Derek Prall • May 15, 2013
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    New law forbids destruction of forfeited guns

    A new Arizona law prohibits the destruction of firearms collected through buyback programs.

    By Derek Prall • May 1, 2013
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    SPIA Index will help utilities prepare for winter weather events

    The Sperry-Piltz Ice Accumulation Index will help municipalities ready themselves for winter storms by predicting the potential damage caused by ice, snow and wind.

    By Derek Prall • Feb. 11, 2013
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    Kentucky law allows open guns at city sites

    New measure extends open-carry provisions for gun owners

    By Larry Conley • Jan. 29, 2013
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    New Massachusetts law requires fingerprinting teachers

    The measure includes a national background check

    By Larry Conley • Jan. 16, 2013
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    Public transit agency adds capabilities to surveillance cameras

    Last year, Springfield, Mo.’s City Utilities Transit Services (CU Transit) added surveillance video management software to its fixed-route and paratransit bus fleet to improve passenger safety and security. The software works with the vehicles’ existing video surveillance system to collect data about the buses and supplement the recorded video.

    By Lindsay Isaacs • July 23, 2012
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    Police employ dogs to help keep the peace

    In the mid-1950s, police departments began training dogs to help patrol, chase criminals, sniff out evidence, and improve law enforcement.

    By Lindsay Isaacs • July 23, 2012
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    Mapping disasters with geo-tagged photos

    Although photo-mapping is commonly used to document the locations and conditions of assets, some city and county governments are finding that the technique along with GPS-enabled digital cameras can quickly and accurately assess property damage after natural disasters.

    April 25, 2012
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    Opinion

    Viewpoint: How to begin moving to next-generation 911

    By Stephen Meer — Communities can take four steps today toward advanced 911 systems

    By Stephen Meer • April 11, 2012