ADT Mobile Safety Powers Lyft's New Emergency Help Feature in Nationwide Rollout
ADT�s mobile safety solution now helps protect and provide peace of mind to Lyft�s riders and drivers... Read more.
Important safety tips for the cold weather season - WETM
As we continue to approach winter, one thing is for certain. Our temperatures will continue to drop. Tonight many locations across the Twin Tiers will see temperatures into the teens. During these times it is imperative to follow cold weather safety tips to avoid hypothermia or frostbite and to stay healthy. Wear layers of loose […]... Read more.
Federal Social Safety Net Programs: Millions of Full - Time Workers Rely on Federal Health Care and Food Assistance Programs
Millions of American adults who earn low wages rely on federal programs to meet basic needs, such as Medicaid for health care and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program for food.To learn more about the people who use these programs, we analyzed employment data from 11 states and Census data.We found:About 70% worked full timeMost worked for private sector employers in places like restaurants, department stores, and grocery storesOthers worked for state governments, public universities, or nonprofit organizationsSome employers in selected states had thousands of beneficiaries in their workforcesThe 12 million wage-earning adults (ages 19 to 64) enrolled in Medicaid�a joint federal-state program that finances health care for low-income individuals�and the 9 million wage-earning adults in households receiving food assistance from the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) shared a range of common labor characteristics. For example, approximately 70 percent of adult wage earners in both programs worked full-time hours (i.e., 35 hours or more) on a weekly basis and about one-half of them worked full-time hours annually (see figure). In addition, 90 percent of wage-earning adults participating in each program worked in the private sector (compared to 81 percent of nonparticipants) and 72 percent worked in one of five industries, according to GAO's analysis of program participation data included in the Census Bureau's 2019 Current Population Survey.... Read more.
IDOT encourages defensive driving through Road Safety Week and beyond
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WMBD) — Deer, winter weather, and distracted driving are a few concerns for the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) ahead of a high travel season. “Don’t veer for deer” and “winter weather, get it together” are two slogans IDOT is hoping drivers hone in on before getting behind the wheel. Paul Wappel, a […]... Read more.
Safety first: City staff to work from home, again
Safety first: City staff to work from home, again - The Pioneer... Read more.
Metro leaders have mixed reaction to public safety app that lets you stream crime right to police
The app is called Citizen. It tracks police and fire scanners and lets users know if there�s trouble near them.... Read more.
Renovations to Arlin Field slated to increase spectator safety
Arlin Field has not been renovated since the 1980s. Improvements will be made to the concrete on the home and visitor sides.... Read more.
Online Christmas shoppers urged to check safety of presents from overseas
With just over five weeks until Christmas, consumer advocates are encouraging Australians to be vigilant about safety when shopping online, especially...... Read more.
Local doctor weighs in on safety of COVID vaccine
As 2 drug manufacturers, Pfizer and Moderna, get closer to finalizing a COVID-19 vaccine, many are asking if it was rushed and is it safe. A local physician shares his thoughts on whether you should get it.... Read more.
South Sioux City Schools continue discussion on additional safety measures for winter activities
South Sioux City Schools continue discussion on additional safety measures for winter activities - KTIV... Read more.
Marco Island farmer's market back in service with safety measures
Marco Island farmer's market back in service with safety measures - Wink News... Read more.
Ohio State Task Force on Community Safety and Well - Being shares recommendations
The Ohio State University Task Force on Community Safety and Well-Being presented its recommendations during Wednesday’s Board of Trustees Academic Affairs, Student Life and Research Committee meeting.The task force, established by President Kristina M. Johnson following the tragic death of Ohio State student Chase Meola, focused on recommendati...... Read more.
Task of Tracking COVID - 19 Vaccine Safety Falls to Multiple Federal Agencies
Monitoring Covid-19 vaccines for safety issues will fall to a group of U.S. health agencies that also will have a hand in their rollout, a potential... Read more.
Menstrual cup dangers: Safety, risks, and benefits
Menstrual cups are safe with proper use. They have similar potential dangers to tampons, such as infection, though the risk of these is low.... Read more.
Falcons draft prospect watch: Safety
With 2 out of 3 starters at safety hitting free agency in 2021 and Ricardo Allen a potential cap casualty, the position is a major need heading into next season. Today, we�ll be taking a closer look at some potential safety prospects for the Falcons.... Read more.
High water levels and wave events increase safety hazards on Great Lakes
Many accidents and incidents near harbor structures occur during the turbulent weather season late in the year and higher than normal water levels pose an added threat.... Read more.
Local leaders, health experts push for COVID - 19 safety measures ahead of Thanksgiving holiday
Local leaders, health experts push for COVID-19 safety measures ahead of Thanksgiving holiday - WSVN 7News | Miami News, Weather, Sports | Fort Lauderdale... Read more.
Labor Relations Board orders bus contractor to stop withholding COVID - 19 safety information from union members
Keolis is forced to acknowledge it has to provide union members important health and safety information the union requested months ago.... Read more.
Mexico: Asylum seekers face daily threats to their health and safety
The United States'�"Remain in Mexico"�policy�officially known as the Migrant Protection Protocols (MPP)�has forced at least 60,000 asylum seekers back to Mexico... Read more.
Falls Church's Dogtopia Offers Safety Tips for Dogs this Holiday Season
The winter holiday season is approaching, and while the usual fun festivities will likely be altered to protect humans during the COVID-19 pandemic, dog owners... Read more.
Black Friday 2020: Full list of safety plans at major retailers - Business Insider
Retailers are implementing new safety measures like hubs near store entrances and "social distancing ambassadors" to limit store capacity.... Read more.