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Community Safety

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Overwhelmed firefighters battling a large wildfire threatening a residential community under a smoke-filled sky.
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Federal Cuts Hinder Wildfire Services, Threaten Community Safety

The U.S. Forest Service, tasked with battling increasingly devastating wildfires, saw its workforce shrink by 16% last year. This significant reduction in personnel directly compromises the agency's a

Marco Alvarez·May 19, 2026
Animal control officer working with community members to ensure animal welfare and public safety in a neighborhood park.
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What Are Local Animal Control Services and Why Do They Matter for Community Safety?

In 2005, West Hollywood became the first U.

Derek Molina·May 13, 2026