Gun-Mounted Cameras Could Be The Alternative To Expensive Police Body Cams
The typical cost for one weapon-mounted cam is about $800 over a five year period. That’s compared to a body cam, which would be about $10,000 per year Police body cameras are a big discussion for many police departments nationwide and the Salem, Ill. police have found a solution to the high cost of data storage. It’s gun camera, attached to […]
PTSD Now Covered Under Workman’s Compensation For First Responders In Idaho
IDAHO FALLS — As of Monday, post-traumatic stress disorder is now covered by workman’s compensation for first responders. In the 2019 Idaho legislative session, lawmakers passed a bill making PTSD in first responders coverable by workman’s compensation. Governor Brad Little signed the bill into law on March 12. That law went into effect Monday. “It’s a good […]
Julian Fire Chief And His Firefighter Son Out Of Job After Controversial Social Media Comments
JULIAN, N.C. — The former Julian fire chief is addressing his resignation following controversial comments made by his firefighter son on social media. Jeff Folwell told FOX8 his son’s comments were taken out of context and do not reflect who he is. “Basically, I hate that this has happened. The views that were expressed on […]