The drones will be launched remotely from firehouses and sent ahead to scenes requiring first responders, giving police, fire and EMS a birds-eye view before they even arrive.

The program will expand its service hours to 24 hours a day, seven days a week in all eight LMPD divisions beginning Monday, July 1, 2024.

Whether it's applauding the star-spangled banner or cheering on the long shot around the final turn, it can be a challenge to get an emergency message to thousands.

On April 10, 2023, the nightmare that had gripped countless schools, businesses and communities across America arrived at home.

A pilot program began in March 2022 to divert calls involving mental health crisis cases to trained operators or counselors.

There are more than 20 different chemicals on the property.

The exercises were meant to mimic emergency situations that the city could face to enhance preparedness for coordinated attacks. 

At the least, this storm will likely shake up some trees and knock down some powerlines.