Seven cities in mid St. Louis County are exploring merging their fire departments into one regional agency to improve efficiency.

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A Denmark-based company's AI technology has been analyzing Seattle residents' 911 medical calls without their knowledge, prompting dispatchers to reroute some calls to a Texas nurse line.

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Johnson County plans to convert a former fire station into affordable housing for residents with disabilities.

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The Norman Fire Department has acquired a new fire engine, costing approximately $690,000, amid rising costs due to labor and materials, with plans for two more trucks by 2027.

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A Colorado Springs fire engine collided with a passenger bus, injuring nine people and prompting an investigation. The cause remains unclear, highlighting concerns about fire engine crashes.

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