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Drones Are Responding to 911 Calls in Downtown Gresham

Gresham, Ore., has launched its Drones as First Responders program in downtown Gresham to test the feasibility of using the technology to assess fire and police emergencies. Personnel are being trained in the technology, which city officials hope will offset a staffing shortage and allow quicker responses to emergencies.

‘Difference between life and death’: Inside the staffing crisis at 911 dispatch centers

9-1-1 dispatch centers around the country are experiencing staffing shortages, leading in some areas to delays in emergency response. Filling the positions, which often involve life or death situations, can be difficult when fast-food restaurants are offering higher wages, said Brian Fontes, CEO of the National Emergency Number Association.

Suspect in Construction Site Burglary Nabbed After Neighbors Unite to Identify Him, Eureka Police Say

The Eureka Police Department would like to thank the community for their vigilance and assistance in this investigation. The rapid sharing of suspect information ultimately led to the arrest of Armes and the recovery of stolen property.

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