Illinois State Police launch notification system to reduce car crashes involving emergency vehicles
Illinois State Police announced a new notification system for drivers near emergency vehicles, aimed at improving roadway safety.
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Without federal funding, next-generation 911 plods along
Advocates for the next generation of 911 technologies said the lack of federal funding source could generate inequity of critical services.
No one is claiming responsibility for widespread 911 outage
An hour-long 911 outage Monday night that affected services in more than a dozen states doesn't yet have a clear explanation, though a rumor mill churns.
Delaware launches text-to-911 service
Yet another state has started upgrading emergency communications systems in preparation for the next generation of 911.