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Congresswoman Laura Gillen Delivers Federal Funding and Engages with Long Island Communities

Congresswoman Laura Gillen Delivers Federal Funding and Engages with Long Island Communities

Congresswoman Laura Gillen (NY-04) has been actively involved in her district, delivering millions in federal funding to Long Island communities. This past month, she focused on bringing resources back home, meeting with residents, leaders, and law enforcement, and supporting local small businesses. Gillen participated in patrol ride-alongs with the Garden City, Floral Park, and Rockville Centre Police Departments to understand their work firsthand and discuss federal funding opportunities. She also visited the U.S. Coast Guard Station Jones Beach, joining Coast Guardsmen on patrol to learn about their efforts in keeping waterways safe and addressing healthcare access challenges for service members. Furthermore, Gillen announced over $1.5 million in secured funding for Nassau County to improve water treatment systems, public safety, and public libraries, including $1 million for Long Beach’s water treatment system and $250,000 for a new fire truck for the Floral Park Fire Department. She also secured over ...
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Weehawken Police Department Welcomes New Female Officer Ashley Chirino

Weehawken Police Department Welcomes New Female Officer Ashley Chirino

The Weehawken Police Department has sworn in a new female police officer, SLEO II Ashley Chirino. The oath of office was administered on August 25th, with Weehawken Mayor Richard Turner, the Township Council, and the Police Department in attendance. Officer Chirino completed 23 weeks of training at the Hudson County Public Safety Training Center before her graduation and subsequent swearing-in. This addition marks a new chapter for the department as it expands its ranks.
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Georgia Lawmakers Face Renewed Calls for Stronger Digital Privacy Protections Amid Surveillance Misuse Allegations

Georgia Lawmakers Face Renewed Calls for Stronger Digital Privacy Protections Amid Surveillance Misuse Allegations

The arrests of former Savannah Police Department employees for allegedly misusing Flock Safety license plate reader data have reignited the debate over digital privacy and surveillance technology in Georgia. Three former officers face charges of violating their oaths of office and misusing the system, while a former civilian specialist is charged with two counts of misuse. These allegations were uncovered through an internal audit by the department. This incident follows a similar case in Albany, where five former officers were arrested in July for unauthorized searches of Flock data. These events have raised concerns about law enforcement personnel using surveillance databases for personal reasons rather than legitimate investigations. Under Georgia law, accessing license plate reader records for non-law-enforcement purposes is classified as a high and aggravated misdemeanor.
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Why Springfield is ditching school zone cameras? | Exclusive

Why Springfield is ditching school zone cameras? | Exclusive

Springfield is ending its school zone speed camera program due to contract fees and proposed hours of operation.
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National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors Challenges Colorado's Extended Producer Responsibility Law in Federal Lawsuit

National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors Challenges Colorado's Extended Producer Responsibility Law in Federal Lawsuit

National Association of Wholesaler-Distributors Challenges Colorado's Extended Producer Responsibility Law in Federal Lawsuit
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Governor Dunleavy Announces Over $410 Million in Federal Funding for Alaska Marine Highway System

Governor Dunleavy Announces Over $410 Million in Federal Funding for Alaska Marine Highway System

Governor Mike Dunleavy has announced that the Alaska Marine Highway System (AMHS) will receive more than $410 million in U.S. government funding. This significant investment is aimed at supporting crucial resources for rural Southeast Alaska. The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities successfully submitted six applications for this funding. Governor Dunleavy highlighted that these resources will build upon past successes and ensure reliable ferry service for decades. He extended gratitude to the Department of Transportation and Public Facilities staff, the Congressional delegation, and President Trump's administration for recognizing the value of investing in Alaska. The funding includes $161.2 million for operational support across over 20 communities, covering vessel operations, fuel, and maintenance. A substantial $153.4 million is allocated for the design and construction of a replacement for the MV LeConte ferry, which was built in 1974 and serves multiple communities including Jun...
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25 Nations Launch ATLAS Initiative to Advance Civilian Maritime Nuclear Power

25 Nations Launch ATLAS Initiative to Advance Civilian Maritime Nuclear Power

25 Nations Launch ATLAS Initiative to Advance Civilian Maritime Nuclear Power
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Curtiss-Wright Secures Major Contract for U.S. Coast Guard's New Polar Security Cutter

Curtiss-Wright Secures Major Contract for U.S. Coast Guard's New Polar Security Cutter

Curtiss-Wright Secures Major Contract for U.S. Coast Guard's New Polar Security Cutter
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Insurers Secure Data Privacy with AI-Driven Core Systems Amidst Regulatory Landscape

Insurers Secure Data Privacy with AI-Driven Core Systems Amidst Regulatory Landscape

Insurers Secure Data Privacy with AI-Driven Core Systems Amidst Regulatory Landscape
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Shackled Tate brothers in court asking to be released from jail during extradition fight

Shackled Tate brothers in court asking to be released from jail during extradition fight

A federal judge is considering whether to free Andrew and Tristan Tate from a Miami detention center while they challenge extradition to face rape and sex trafficking charges in the United Kingdom
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Japan Adopts New Counterterrorism Plan, Lacks Operational Drone Interception Capabilities

Japan Adopts New Counterterrorism Plan, Lacks Operational Drone Interception Capabilities

Japan's Cabinet has formally adopted a comprehensive counterterrorism action plan to address chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, and explosive (CBRNE) threats. This plan includes the creation of a new expert advisory panel and a cross-ministry intelligence body specifically tasked with tracking drones and artificial intelligence tools that could be weaponized. The expert panel, composed of medical doctors, academics, and former anti-terrorism officers, will advise a prime-minister-headed antiterrorism headquarters during an attack. The intelligence body will focus on collecting and analyzing information on potential drone and AI threats. However, both new entities are advisory and analytical, lacking the authority or capability to physically detect, track, or intercept weaponized drones over urban areas. This structural gap highlights a significant challenge in Japan's counterterrorism posture, as officials acknowledge the evolving threat model where commercially available drones can deliver dange...
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Stellantis adds 55 Project Green Light cams at its Detroit plants

Stellantis adds 55 Project Green Light cams at its Detroit plants

Stellantis is the first automaker to join Detroit's Project Green Light, adding 55 cameras (totalling 250 different angles) to its Detroit facilities.