Providing ‘Sense of Belonging’ to Undocumented Immigrants
Community identification cards allow immigrants and others in vulnerable populations access to IDs and help them build relationships with law enforcement, according to the Policy Executive Research Forum.
50% of Americans Think Gun Violence is a ‘Very Big Problem’
But attitudes about gun violence differ widely by race, ethnicity, party affiliation and community, according to a Pew Research Center analysis.
Drowning Prevention Could Get a Boost in Federal Budget
About 4,000 Americans drown every year, but an expected infusion of federal money could help states take action to lower that number.
Lack of Federal Firefighters Hurts California Wildfire Response
Roughly a third of all federal firefighters work in California, where more than 142,447 acres have burned this year.
Rural Ambulance Services Are in Jeopardy as Volunteers Age and Expenses Mount
Experts say rural communities must find new models to keep emergency services afloat as more 911 calls go unanswered.
Low-Income People of Color Bear Brunt of Rising Pedestrian Deaths
Pedestrians deaths have soared in Texas and nationwide in recent years, especially in low-income communities of color.
Condo Buildings Are at Risk. So Is All Real Estate.
COMMENTARY | The disaster in Surfside, Florida, focuses attention on condominiums’ flaws, but all forms of property ownership carry the potential for ugly surprises.
Over 100 Fire Scientists Urge the US West: Skip the Fireworks This Record-Dry 4th of July
COMMENTARY | In heat and drought like the western U.S. and Canada are experiencing in 2021, all it takes is a spark to start a wildfire.
Yes, Some People Really Are Faking Their Covid Vaccine Cards
A thriving black market for the cards has alarmed law enforcement officials—and prompted some state legislators to act.
Florida Condo Collapse – Searching for Answers About What Went Wrong in Surfside Can Improve Building Regulation
When a building collapses, finding out what caused the failure is critical so that engineers can suggest updates to building codes, specifications and regulations and prevent future disasters.
Top 10 States With the Worst Drivers
An analysis shows that the worst drivers are mainly in the middle of the country, and that drivers in those states haven't lowered their accident rates during the past few years.
Post-Insurrection, States Balance Capitol Security, Openness
Dissatisfaction with democracy could lead to further attacks at state capitols.
Lifetime Registry for Sex Offenders is Unconstitutional, a State Supreme Court Rules
Calling South Carolina’s law “the most stringent in the country,” the unanimous ruling requires the General Assembly to amend the policy within 12 months.
Crumbling Water Facilities Need Central Role in Infrastructure Proposals
COMMENTARY | America’s network of drinking water plants, wastewater treatment facilities and subterranean pipes is in dire need of fixing. It has been deteriorating for years, jeopardizing the health of millions.
Violent Crime Up in Major US Cities Since Covid-19 Pandemic Began
But overall crime rates are lower when compared to prior years, according to a report by the National Commission on Covid-19 and Criminal Justice.
Smart, Proactive Land Management Crucial as Flooding Intensifies
COMMENTARY | Here are four ways to avoid the loss of life and expansive and expensive property damage while maintaining healthy watersheds.
Infrastructure Overhaul Should Focus More on Safety, Advocates Say
Over 6,700 pedestrians died during the pandemic despite emptier roads.
As Neighborhood Watch Apps Ascend, so Do the Threats They Pose
Billed as public safety platforms, these apps are poised to funnel collective anxiety into something more nefarious.
America Saw a Historic Surge in Pedestrian Deaths Last Year
The fatality rate for people on foot who were struck by vehicles jumped 21%, despite the lowest driving activity in two decades, according to data from the Governors Highway Safety Association.
South Carolina Brings Back the Firing Squad for Executions
Amid a lethal injection drug shortage, the state has put no inmates to death in a decade. Those on death row must now choose between the electric chair and firing squad if drugs are unavailable.
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