Politics Aug 12 The nation’s capital finds itself at the center of a Trump maelstrom as National Guard troops arrive By Ashraf Khalil, Associated Press
Nation Jan 10 D.C. to consider new public safety bill to stem rising violent crime The measure unveiled Wednesday largely repackages and consolidates previous proposals and temporary anti-crime legislation, including stiffer penalties for a host of gun-related offenses and wider leeway for judges to detain suspects prior to their trial. By Ashraf Khalil, Associated Press
Politics Aug 24 Watch 7:36 Tennessee legislature opens contentious special session over gun reform Tennessee lawmakers returned to the state capitol this week for a special legislative session in response to the Covenant School shooting, where three children and three school staff members were killed in March. Laura Barrón-López discussed what lawmakers will or… By Laura Barrón-López, Ali Schmitz
Arts Jul 01 Watch 5:22 What AM radio’s waning reach means for the future of politics and public safety In recent years, podcasts and streaming internet content have been challenging AM radio for listeners. Now, there’s another threat: electric automakers are installing radios without the AM band in new vehicles, citing interference from EV motors. But critics say limiting… By John Yang, Solveig Rennan
Nation Nov 19 Public safety accounts urge caution on Twitter amid tumultuous changes Amid the slew of changes at one of the world's most influential social media platforms, the public information officers who operate government Twitter accounts are cautiously waiting out the turmoil and urging the public to verify that it really is… By Stephen Groves, Associated Press
Sep 28 Watch 9:32 How firefighters’ life-saving work puts them at a higher risk of cancer By Stephanie Sy, Lena I. Jackson The life expectancy for firefighters is ten years less than the average person and it’s not just the fires themselves that present dangers. Firefighters are frequently exposed to toxic chemicals, and according to recent research, even their protective gear may… Continue watching
Aug 29 Watch 8:42 Fighting in southern Ukraine raises concerns over nuclear plant occupied by Russian forces By Nick Schifrin, Teresa Cebrian Aranda Ukrainian forces launched a counteroffensive to retake territory in the south currently occupied by Russian invaders. Fighting near the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant has raised concerns that the facility could be damaged in the crossfire. Edwin Lyman, director of nuclear… Continue watching
May 16 WATCH: President Biden awards public safety officers Medals of Valor By Associated Press Last week, Biden said his administration's $1.9 trillion coronavirus relief package is boosting public safety by investing in police departments. Continue reading
Mar 08 WATCH: House Judiciary committee holds hearing on public safety By Associated Press The House of Representatives Judiciary committee held a hearing on public safety on Tuesday. … Continue reading
May 25 Watch 8:44 Examining efforts toward police reform in Minneapolis amid crime spike Voters in Minneapolis will be asked to approve a measure in November that could dismantle the police department, which is also the subject of an investigation by the Justice Department, and fold it into a department of public safety. But… Continue watching