'The Fifth Branch' follows the burgeoning world of alternative crisis response teamsAlternative crisis response programs are emerging in response to police violence against individuals in mental health crises.Unarmed response teams report a 99% safety rate after handling 15,000 calls in Durham, NC.
Council to consider a resolution to examine response to mental health-related 911 and 311 calls - Austin MonitorThe City Council is prioritizing alternative responses to mental health crises, moving towards non-police interventions for improved community safety.
AUSD Notes: How Alameda schools are ensuring campus safetyAUSD prioritizes student safety by enhancing security measures and mental health resources in response to gun violence.
Santa Clara County launches TRUST direct crisis hotline - San Jose SpotlightSanta Clara County now offers a direct hotline for mental health crisis responses, ensuring timely support without involving police.
Toronto's non-police crisis response service expands citywide | CBC NewsToronto Community Crisis Service launched citywide, offering 24/7 mental health emergency support.Service aims to provide community-based, trauma-informed mental health crisis response.
Residents implore San Jose to add more non-police crisis response alternativesSan Jose is urged to expand non-police crisis response alternatives following incidents involving mental health emergencies.
'The Fifth Branch' follows the burgeoning world of alternative crisis response teamsAlternative crisis response programs are emerging in response to police violence against individuals in mental health crises.Unarmed response teams report a 99% safety rate after handling 15,000 calls in Durham, NC.
Council to consider a resolution to examine response to mental health-related 911 and 311 calls - Austin MonitorThe City Council is prioritizing alternative responses to mental health crises, moving towards non-police interventions for improved community safety.
AUSD Notes: How Alameda schools are ensuring campus safetyAUSD prioritizes student safety by enhancing security measures and mental health resources in response to gun violence.
Santa Clara County launches TRUST direct crisis hotline - San Jose SpotlightSanta Clara County now offers a direct hotline for mental health crisis responses, ensuring timely support without involving police.
Toronto's non-police crisis response service expands citywide | CBC NewsToronto Community Crisis Service launched citywide, offering 24/7 mental health emergency support.Service aims to provide community-based, trauma-informed mental health crisis response.
Residents implore San Jose to add more non-police crisis response alternativesSan Jose is urged to expand non-police crisis response alternatives following incidents involving mental health emergencies.
Blame game kicks off, with first cracks starting to appear in the CoalitionThe Coalition government is experiencing internal criticism over housing developments and crisis management, resulting in a loss of initial support.
Five people shot at school in Sweden, police sayA school shooting incident occurred in Örebro, Sweden, resulting in at least five victims, with the situation remaining critical.
Casualties Reported After Georgia High School Shooting. Suspect in CustodyActive shooter situation at Apalachee High School resulted in gunshots, casualties, and police response; one suspect in custody.Students have been evacuated and are safe with parents.
Mother, child reportedly stabbed at home in North AndoverA stabbing incident at a North Andover home resulted in one death and serious injury, involving a mother and possibly her infant child.
Peel police tout benefits of mental health crisis teams at safe cities conference | CBC NewsPolice forces from North America gather to discuss strategies for improving response to mental health crisis calls through collaboration and training.
Five people shot at school in Sweden, police sayA school shooting incident occurred in Örebro, Sweden, resulting in at least five victims, with the situation remaining critical.
Casualties Reported After Georgia High School Shooting. Suspect in CustodyActive shooter situation at Apalachee High School resulted in gunshots, casualties, and police response; one suspect in custody.Students have been evacuated and are safe with parents.
Mother, child reportedly stabbed at home in North AndoverA stabbing incident at a North Andover home resulted in one death and serious injury, involving a mother and possibly her infant child.
Peel police tout benefits of mental health crisis teams at safe cities conference | CBC NewsPolice forces from North America gather to discuss strategies for improving response to mental health crisis calls through collaboration and training.
Letters: Trump is incapable of summoning our better angelsTrump's responses lack the empathy and leadership seen in past presidents during national tragedies.Halting foreign aid has dire consequences for U.S. credibility and national security.
U.S. Rep. Becca Balint says Trump's 'disgusting' plane crash press conference proves 'he is not well'Trump's reaction to the Potomac River collision illustrates a lack of empathy and promotes political division instead of unity.
Letters: Trump is incapable of summoning our better angelsTrump's responses lack the empathy and leadership seen in past presidents during national tragedies.Halting foreign aid has dire consequences for U.S. credibility and national security.
U.S. Rep. Becca Balint says Trump's 'disgusting' plane crash press conference proves 'he is not well'Trump's reaction to the Potomac River collision illustrates a lack of empathy and promotes political division instead of unity.
The parts of Altadena that did not burn were saved by residents with their own hands: I've worked all my life for this, and to lose it all in one night? I'm going to fight'Ordinary men risked their lives to protect their homes and communities during the destructive Los Angeles fires.
How to Navigate a Crisis Like a Pro - Non Profit News | Nonprofit QuarterlyMIT's response to the Epstein crisis showcased the significance of transparency and proactive crisis management strategies for organizations, especially nonprofits.
L.A. police are grappling with a new challenge: fire dutyLAPD officers are adapting to crisis response roles due to wildfires, highlighting a shift in policing priorities amidst increasing climate-related challenges.
Rescuing strangers, cooking for firefighters: LA residents find hope among the ashes'Aaron Samson and his father-in-law escaped a wildfire with help from strangers amidst chaos and uncertainty.
6 years ago, Elon Musk offered help during wildfires. This time he blamed DEIElon Musk's response to California wildfires has shifted dramatically from seeking help in 2018 to criticizing climate change discussions in 2024.
Meet the gay man helping FEMA fight misinformation during natural disastersJustin Knighten exemplifies grounded optimism in crisis management, focused on ensuring timely assistance during disasters.
Opinion | Cleaning to Soothe the WorriedMany Israelis coordinated volunteer efforts to support those affected by the ongoing conflict, revealing an absence of governmental leadership.
Meet the gay man helping FEMA fight misinformation during natural disastersJustin Knighten exemplifies grounded optimism in crisis management, focused on ensuring timely assistance during disasters.
Opinion | Cleaning to Soothe the WorriedMany Israelis coordinated volunteer efforts to support those affected by the ongoing conflict, revealing an absence of governmental leadership.
How your brain works in an emergency, in 9 minutesUnderstanding one's 'disaster personality' is crucial for effective crisis response, as reactions in such situations often differ from our expected behaviors.
Would you survive 72 hours?' Germany and the Nordic countries prepare citizens for possible warEuropean nations are increasingly focused on emergency preparedness as security tensions escalate.
Clara Pretus, neurologist: There are evil agents who are profiting by generating this nervousness'Understanding the social mechanisms behind extremism can help combat misinformation and disinformation, especially in crisis situations.
One to watch: Yoo Doo RightYoo Doo Right's album captures the tension between despair and hope, reflecting on societal issues while finding beauty in creation.
When it comes to improving U.S. health care, what 20 years of war can teach usThe collaboration between military and civilian medical staff enhances emergency response capabilities during crises.
Opinion | In America, if Everything Is a Public Health Crisis, Nothing IsCrises can catalyze major public health advancements, but they can also lead to public skepticism and unintended consequences.
When it comes to improving U.S. health care, what 20 years of war can teach usThe collaboration between military and civilian medical staff enhances emergency response capabilities during crises.
Opinion | In America, if Everything Is a Public Health Crisis, Nothing IsCrises can catalyze major public health advancements, but they can also lead to public skepticism and unintended consequences.
Middle East Airlines Has Become an Unlikely National Hero in LebanonMiddle East Airlines has become a symbol of national pride and resilience for Lebanon during the ongoing conflict.
Tens of thousands of Spaniards demand the resignation of Valencia leader for bungling flood responseSpaniards are demanding the resignation of Valencia's regional president due to inadequate emergency response to catastrophic floods that caused over 200 fatalities.
Thousands protest in Spain's Valencia over handling of deadly floodsProtests in Valencia highlight anger at government response to flooding disaster, with calls for accountability and criticism of delayed alerts.
Tens of thousands of Spaniards demand the resignation of Valencia leader for bungling flood responseSpaniards are demanding the resignation of Valencia's regional president due to inadequate emergency response to catastrophic floods that caused over 200 fatalities.
Thousands protest in Spain's Valencia over handling of deadly floodsProtests in Valencia highlight anger at government response to flooding disaster, with calls for accountability and criticism of delayed alerts.
Business in the age of AI: From economies of scale to ecosystems of successStarting with low-cost per meal thinking may lead to inefficient silos in food relief efforts.
Searching for a missing father in the ravines and orange groves of ValenciaCristian Macario actively searches for his missing father amidst Valencia's flash floods, demonstrating resilience and community effort in a tragic situation.
Academics Have a Responsibility to Speak Out Against Palestine RepressionAcademics must engage publicly during crises to ensure their expertise benefits society rather than allowing silence to endanger academic freedom.
Meet America's secret team of nuclear first respondersNEST, tasked with handling nuclear incidents, is increasing its transparency to reassure the public and deter potential threats.
Why this country is seeing a 'staggering' increase in the number of rapesThe search for firewood in DRC exposes women to rampant sexual violence and societal stigma.Documented rapes in eastern DRC surged to nearly 90,000 in 2023, highlighting a critical crisis.
Four People Were Killed in a School Shooting in GeorgiaA deadly school shooting in Georgia resulted in four fatalities and numerous injuries, highlighting the ongoing issue of gun violence in educational settings.
I went to Burning Man for the first time. Here are 5 things everyone gets wrong about the event.Burning Man 2023 exemplified community spirit, proving that attendees prioritized support over panic amidst challenging weather conditions.
I Noticed That the Woman in the Orange Shirt Was Losing Her Balance'In a moment of crisis on the subway, two strangers connect through instinctive help, showcasing the unexpected bonds formed in urban life.
Key considerations for supporting LGBTQ+ communities in humanitarian crisesMeaningful inclusion of LGBTQ+ individuals in humanitarian efforts is crucial, ensuring their unique needs are met during crises.
This machine turns rubble from bombed Ukrainian buildings into Lego-like blocks that can make new homesA new machine will recycle rubble from destroyed buildings in Ukraine to create Lego-like blocks for housing, enabling quick and accessible construction.
Ukraine's Incursion Into Russia Flips the Script on PutinUkraine's incursion into Russia's Kursk region has heightened uncertainty and forced improvisation within Russian governance and society.
At 17, I Gave My Baby Up. I Never Expected The 2-Word Message My Child Would One Day Send Me.Responding to crisis situations can be emotionally complex.The perception of adoption as an easy solution can be misleading.