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Georgia officials urge public: use 911 for emergencies only
The Georgia Emergency Communications Authority is using 911 Education Month to remind the public that the emergency line is strictly for situations requiring immediate assistance from police, fire, or emergency medical services.
BUSINESS TIPS
How Thermal-Based AI Enhances Perimeter Security
Advances in thermal imaging combined with AI have revolutionized perimeter security, providing accurate and dependable threat detection over vast distances and in all conditions.
Read MoreMinnesota Police Use AI Cameras to Fight Distracted Driving
Distracted driving is so pervasive in the Minneapolis area that law enforcement is turning to artificial intelligence cameras to spot motorists who are illegally using their phones while behind the wheel.
Read MoremmWave technology helps ‘thread needle,’ experts say
The technology, between the 60 and 80 GHz range, is an ideal form of delivery for video and access control applications, said Chris Pingue,…
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Sirens off, jokes on: Law enforcement agencies roll out their best April Fools’ pranks
4.1.25 – PoliceOne From a new roller skate unit to “free” helicopter rides to jail, law enforcement used satire to connect with their communities April Fools’ Day gave police departments across the country a chance to swap sirens for sarcasm — and they delivered. From...
STATE NEWS
Arkansas
Governor Sanders Signs 47 Bills into Law
4.5.25 – TXK Today – LITTLE ROCK, Ark. On Thursday, April 3rd, 2025, the Governor...
Maryland
Maryland Senate passes state budget plan that includes $2B in cuts, $1.6B in new taxes, fees
4.1.25 – WBAL – David Collins – ANNAPOLIS, Md. Conference committee expected to...
Kansas
New Kansas law says drivers must switch lanes for roadside vehicles
Drivers will now have to switch lanes when passing a disabled vehicle on the side of the road due to a new law signed by Gov. Laura Kelly.
Oklahoma
Oklahoma Senate Advances Lawsuit Reforms Aimed at Boosting Business Climate and Reducing Legal Costs
Oklahoma is advancing significant lawsuit reforms, which have already passed the state Senate, to improve the business climate.
Louisiana
Louisiana lawmakers file new bills ahead of legislative session
Louisiana lawmakers filing new bills ahead of the legislative session on April 14th.
Texas
Legislation creating statewide emergency communication system advances in Texas House
Jordan Vonderhaar for The Texas Tribune 4.1.25 -Texas Tribune – By Jayme Lozano Carver...