In a significant move to combat the pervasive issue of human trafficking, a new bipartisan House bill has been introduced to establish a comprehensive national database detailing county-specific data on human trafficking cases across the United States. Representatives Kevin Kiley, Harriet Hageman,
The U.S. government has achieved a significant milestone in fiscal year 2024 by reducing the rate of improper payments to 3.97%, the lowest it has been since 2013. This remarkable improvement comes after a challenging period marked by the pandemic, during which the rate soared to a staggering 7.16%
The increasing complexity of government agency networks and their need for stringent security measures has made achieving zero trust security a formidable challenge. Zero trust security mandates continuous verification of every entity seeking access to network resources, ensuring no individual or
The escalating threat of terrorism in West Africa has become a pressing concern for both regional and international stakeholders. The region has witnessed a significant increase in terrorist activities and fatalities since 2019, despite the presence of foreign military partners. This surge in
The imminent shutdown of Trans Metro Dewata (TMD) public transportation services in Bali, effective from January 1, 2025, has left many residents and stakeholders apprehensive about the future of the island’s public transport system. The TMD Integrated Highway Bus, which has been a crucial pillar i
Alaska is on the brink of a significant energy crisis, with state regulators and advocates raising alarms about an impending shortfall in local natural gas supplies. This shortfall could impact urban areas as soon as 2027, affecting utilities from Homer on the Kenai Peninsula to Fairbanks in the
The White Township Consolidated School District, located in Belvidere, New Jersey, has recently adopted Transfinder's Routefinder PLUS to manage its complex transportation needs. This rural district, serving pre-K through 8th-grade students, faces unique challenges due to its winding roads and
In 2024, the city of Indianapolis encountered multiple significant challenges related to public safety, including officer-involved shootings, a persistent rise in violent crime, and critical staffing shortages within its police force. Nevertheless, the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department
The rising cost of living is hitting Minnesotans hard in 2024, as an increasing number of residents find their heat or electricity being disconnected due to unpaid bills. This trend, which has reached its highest level in a decade, serves as a stark reminder of the economic struggles faced by many
As the holiday season can pose particular challenges regarding public safety, the St. Maarten Police Force (KPSM) has undertaken strategic safety operations, specifically focusing on illegal firearm possession during the Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and Boxing Day period. These operations aimed to
